Free BTEC Level 3 Performance Course in Brockenhurst. Classes run at Brockenhurst College, part-time during the day, over one year. You'll develop dance techniques, choreography skills, and performance experience, working both independently and with other students. The course covers ballet or contemporary dance, and you'll have opportunities to perform and collaborate throughout the year. To join, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, plus experience in ballet or contemporary dance.
Who this course is for
Do you enjoy learning about dance, developing your dance techniques, performing in shows and choreographing?If the answer is yes, then don't miss this opportunity to gain a highly recognised qualification doing something you love.Dance can be an individual or team discipline, and as a student you will work on both. In fact, collaboration with fellow students is something past students have always reflected on very positively.Furthermore, you will have opportunities to engage with visiting dance companies, which will run workshops and Q&A sessions.These include Rambert, Bournemouth University, Lindon Bar, Ballet Boyz, Motionhouse, Rambert at New Victoria Theatre, Woking, Lighthouse, Pavilion and Theatre Royal, Winchester.
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 4 to include:*English Language*MathsIn addition, experience in ballet or contemporary dance is essential.
What you will learn
You'll develop technique in ballet or contemporary dance styles.
You'll create and refine choreography for solo and group performances.
You'll perform in shows and productions as part of your studies.
You'll collaborate with fellow students on group dance projects.
You'll engage with visiting dance professionals and industry practitioners.
You'll analyse and evaluate performance work, your own and others'.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and studio through practical dance sessions, rehearsals, and performances. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performance is coursework-based, using assignments, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. You'll build a body of work across the year that demonstrates your skills in technique, choreography, and performance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brockenhurst College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Dance teacher or instructor, working in studios or schools
Performer, working in theatre, touring, or dance companies
Choreographer, creating work for stage or screen productions
Dance movement therapist, supporting wellbeing through movement
Community arts worker, running dance projects in local settings
Fitness instructor, specialising in dance-based exercise classes
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA (Hons) in Dance or Performing Arts. A level 3 btec performance qualification is a recognised route into higher education, and Brockenhurst College offers some Foundation Degrees on site.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. If you want to teach dance, this qualification supports you into teaching roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Performing Arts). An alternative route into university if you want to study at degree level.
