Term 3 2025 with FREEDOM2FLY
π Learn, Grow, Achieve
Dive into our Ballet, Jazz, and Acro exam pathways this term to challenge yourself, build confidence, and celebrate every milestone. Letβs progress with purpose β together!
π Passion in Every Class
From Ballet to Jazz, Acro to Aerials and Circus β our talented and passionate instructors are here to uplift, inspire and guide your journey. They LOVE what they do β and it shows!
π€Έ A Place to Belong
Freedom2Fly is more than just a studio β it's a community. Here, every student is supported, encouraged and celebrated as they grow in skill, confidence, and connection.
Term 3 2025: Class Information & Key Dates
Welcome to Term 3 at Freedom2Fly! Weβre halfway through the year and gearing up for an exciting term full of learning, exams, and performance preparation. Here's all the info you need:
π Term Dates
Start Date: Monday 14th July
End Date: Friday 19th September
Total Weeks:
10 weeks for Monday, Tuesday, and Friday classes
9 weeks for Jazz classes, due to exam scheduling - NO JAZZ CLASSES EXAM WEEK - WEEK 6
No public holidays this term!
π Exam Season is Here!
This term is a big one for our exam students β please note the following mock and actual exam dates for each discipline:
AJDA Jazz Exams
Mock Exams: Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August (Week 4)
Actual Exams: Monday 18th & Tuesday 19th August (Week 6)
Acrobatic Arts Exams
Mock Exams: Sunday 31st August (Week 7)
Actual Exams: Sunday 7th September (Week 8)
BBO Ballet Exams
Mock Exams: Saturday 27th September (Term 3 Holidays β Week 1)
Actual Exams: Saturday 4th October (Term 3 Holidays β Week 2)
π Make sure youβre checking BandApp and your emails regularly for time slots, uniform requirements, and any updates.
π Performance Squad
Our performance squad has already begun rehearsals for their next upcoming event. Keep an eye out for performance announcements β exciting things are coming!
π¨βπ©βπ§ Parent/Guardian Peek Week
ππ©° August 21st - Ballet classes only π©°
Jess will be away for Peek Week this term so we have brought the ballet peek week forward to WEEK 6 when she is here!
π Monday 15th β Friday 19th September (Final Week of Term - ALL CLASSES EXCEPT BALLET Grade 2 and above)
Come along to celebrate your childs/childrens progress and see the magic in action!
π NEW CLASSES STARTING 28th JULY
Due to many parent and student requests, we are trialling new classes this term:
β¨ JFF Jazz (Just For Fun Jazz)
For ages 6+ who want to dance with no exams, just fun! Perfect for those not doing exams but wanting to dance.
β¨ Hip Hop
Hip hop is coming to Raglan! For ages 9+, a fun, energetic class to learn foundations, groove, and confidence.
β¨ Adults Jazz
A fun, low-pressure class for adults wanting to move, stretch, and dance.
If these classes fill and there is enough interest, we will keep them going! Please book in or share with others who may be interested using the link below:
π©° Uniform Orders
π Uniform orders are available throughout the year -CLICK HERE
Make sure you have everything needed for exams and showcases β sizing help available in class or by appointment.
π¬ Reminders & Recommendations
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Exam students should arrive 10β15 minutes early to warm up and be dressed in the correct uniform with tidy hair and appropriate shoes.
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Mock exam attendance is essential β this helps students feel confident and calm on the real day.
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Keep practising at home, use BandApp resources, and donβt hesitate to ask questions in class or post them in the app.
Letβs bring the energy this term β from exam excellence to performance passion, Term 3 is packed with purpose and possibility.
β¨ We canβt wait to fly and dance with you all!
β Jess, Jay & The FREEDOM2FLY Team
Term 4 2025 with FREEDOM2FLY
π Learn, Grow, Achieve: Dive into our exam pathways to challenge yourself and celebrate every milestone. Progress with Purpose. (Ballet, Jazz and Acro)
π Driven by Love for all things Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Aerials and Circus: Our passionate, talented instructors are here to inspire, support, and cheer you on every step of the way. THEY LOVE WHAT THEY DO!
π€Έ A Place to Belong: Build confidence, connect with others, and create unforgettable moments in a community that feels like family.
Term 4 2025: Important Class Information & Updates
Welcome to Term 4 at Freedom2Fly! Weβre thrilled to finish off an exciting year of dance, aerials, and circus. Here's everything you need to know to stay informed and ready to go!
Term 4 Duration and Important Dates:
Start Date: Monday 6th October
End Date: Friday 12th December
Total Weeks: *9x for Monday Ballet Classes, 10 for Tuesdays - Fridays - *Due to Labour Day.
Dance Showcases: βA Season of Danceβ (3x Shows) November Thursday 6th @ 6pm, Saturday 8th 11am + 3pm
Aerial, Acro + Circus Showcase: βCircus of Lifeβ (2x Shows) Sunday 2nd November 11am + 2pm
Full cast and crew Dress and Tech Rehearsals: ALL NEED TO BE THERE
Dance - Wednesday 5th November @ 5pm - Te Uku Hall
Aerial, Acro + Circus - Saturday 1st November @ 3pm - F2F Studio - 48 Bow street
CHANGE OF TIME/DATE: CLASSES AFFECTED - Elem L3 and Inter L1 Booster, PERFORMANCE SQUAD, Interm L1
This term our Senior Jazz classes will be combined for their senior Jazz routine up until the show- This means our Elementary Level 3 and Intermediate Level 1 students are changing to Tuesdays 5.45-7pm until after the show. Once the Showcase is over classes will go back to the original times - Thursdays 7.30-8.30
Preschool Dance Class: Tiny Dancers - Suitable for 3+ year olds (recommended as of Jan 1st this year)
Our preschool dance class, now called Tiny Dancers, combines Ballet and Jazz into one fun-filled class!
Schedule: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:00 PM at Stewart Street Studio.
Jazz for 4 year olds: Intro Jazz Tuesdays 4-4.30pm.
Higher-Level Ballet & Jazz Classes:
Term 3 Onward: Both weekly classes are mandatory. (to ensure students progress safely as a group)
These sessions focus on syllabus retention, strength, flexibility, conditioning, and developing independence in their own training while tutors work with other students.
βοΈ Jess & Jay Away β Classes Continue!
Just a heads up β Jess and Jay will be away from Tuesday 7th October - Saturday 18th October.
All classes will continue as normal during this time with our amazing cover tutors already lined up. Youβre in great hands!
Plan for this term.
Show routines will be finished and cleaned the first half of this term in the lead up to our showcases. After Showtime classes will begin having fun playing around with some of their next yearsβ syllabus- LITERALLY LEVELING UP BEFORE THE YEAR IS OVER WHOOP WHOOP!
