Acrobatic Arts Examination Information
The Acrobatic Arts examination process is designed to motivate dancers. Having defined and achievable goals is a proven way to motivate dancers to excel. Dancers work through twelve exam levels, each designed to create a well balanced acrobat, including elements of flexibility, strength, balance, limbering and tumbling.
Examiners evaluate dancers against a set universal standard, allowing dancers and teachers to see where the dancer stands globally. During the exam, students can expect a class setting with the examiner directing the class and making notes throughout. Required elements will be critiqued and scored by the examiner. The exam will be graded ‘Distinction’, ‘Excellent’, ‘Highly Commended”, ‘Commended’, ‘Pass’ or ‘Retry’ based on the scores achieved for each element as well as grooming and attitude. Students who complete the level they are being tested for will receive a certificate to commemorate their achievement. Students who receive a grade of ‘Distinction’ will also receive a custom Acrobatic Arts medal. All students will receive a report card complementing areas of excellence and suggesting areas for improvement.
Why take an Acrobatic Arts Exam?
The Acrobatic Arts examination process is designed to motivate dancers. Having defined and achievable goals is a proven way to motivate dancers to excel. Acrobatic Arts is an internationally recognized syllabus in which dancers develop strength, flexibility, balance, tumbling and limbering skills to progress into a well-rounded acro dancer. You can learn more about Acrobatic Arts here.
With the online learning environment, it is more important than ever that dancers feel accomplished in their training. Completing an Acrobatic Arts exam will not only provide dancers with concrete feedback to improve their skills, but also a feeling of achievement and pride in reaching this milestone.
What happens during an exam?
During exams dancers will demonstrate skills practiced in front of an examiner and facilitator in a positive and supportive environment. Acrobatic Arts Certified Examiners evaluate dancers against a set universal standard, allowing dancers and teachers to see where the dancer stands globally. Following the exam, each dancer will receive a report including grades as well as specific comments and a certificate of achievement. More information about virtual Acrobatic Arts exams can be found here.
What is required to participate?
Registration into an Acro Dance class is mandatory to participate in an Acrobatic Arts Examination. Certain classes require registration twice a week to be eligible for an exam. Consistent attendance and training is required to learn and execute the syllabus.
In addition to the regularly scheduled classes, candidates are required to attend specialized Acro Exam Coaching (5 classes outside of class time). Coaching classes are closed to participating candidates only and the instruction is very detailed. A mock exam is the final preparation designed to mimic the final exam to ensure dancers for a positive exam experience. Exam candidates are required to wear the correct uniform: black tank leotard, beige footless tights and black shorts.
Additional Fees Apply
Ranges from $170 to $210 (estimated depending on exam level). Fee includes extra coaching classes, mock exam, exam entry fee.