Ranger School of Dance

Ranger School of Dance We've been teaching for 71 years, but our lessons last a lifetime. For some of us dance becomes something more than just enjoyment. Susan Harrison - Dancer
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RSOD boasts a range of performance styles including:

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre. School ethos and list of past and present students of R.S.O.D that have gone on to further their education and careers in the arts


Our School is for anyone that wishes to experience dance and all the benefits it offers each of us individually. The joy of movement and freedom of expression is

a wonderful thing and everyone in their life time should try it, whether at home or in a class. So I thought you’d like to see this list of these very individuals from our School that have and continue to pursue their talent and passion.

1. Elizabeth Ransom - Royal Academy of
Dance. Own School
3. Caroline Ranger - Royal Ballet School, Hammond, Arts Ed. Global dancer in Ballet, variety, National tours, Television & Film. Choreographer, teacher. Principle of Ranger School of Dance
4. Jan Morgan - Arts Educational
5. Anne-Marie Jarvis - Elmhurst Ballet School, Royal Ballet Upper School, Nuremberg Ballet
6. Peta Fry - Elmhurst Ballet School, later becoming Head of Drama
7. Rory Moore - Dance
8. Deborah Sandington - Arts Educational
9. Charlotte Ranger - The Thompson School of Dance
10. Daniel Burham - Contemporary Dance teacher
11. Wolf Christian Willey - Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Actor, stunt and fight coordinator for film.
12. Pippa Emanuel - Arts Educational. Dancer, freelance teacher
13. Tracy Emanuel - Elmhurst Ballet School
14. David Emanuel - Romberg Ballet School. Original member of DV8 Contemporary Company
15. Judith Senior - Laban Centre of Contemporary Dance
16. Hannah Barrow - Scholarship to Doreen Bird Performing Arts
17. Oliver Barrow - Royal Ballet JA, Scholarship to Doreen Bird Performing Arts. Global dancer, National tours, Disney. Choreographer and freelance teacher
18. Jacqui Smith - Dancer and freelance teacher
19. Joanne Smith - London Studio Centre
20. Samantha Cook - London Studio Centre
21. Naomi Marks - Laine Theatre Arts
22. Susan Suttle - Italia Conti Performing Arts
23. Jodie Titley - Arts Educational. Musical Theatre performer
24. Grace McManus - LIPA Performing Arts
25. Kay Cowling - Royal Ballet JA. Royal Academy of Dance. Own School
26. Helen Bray - Royal Ballet JA, Central Ballet Associate, Toyal Ballet Upper School. Ballet dancer, Disney, freelance teacher
27. Nicola Morris - Actress in television and theatre
28. Natalie Terrett - Central School Associate. Fitness Instructor
29. Tiffany Gibson - Contemporary dancer and choreographer
30. Megan Atkin - Drama teacher
31. Kelly Rainford - Bush Davies, Hammond. West Ends Mama Mia, Cunard Cruise lines.
32. Claire Davis - LIPA Performing Arts. Global dancer, Choreographer, freelance teacher
33. Peter Babbage - Millennium Performing Arts. Dancer in Contemporary, choreographer and freelance teacher
34. Grace Taylor - Millennium Performing Arts
35. Tiffany Longley - London Studio Centre. Dancer. Principle of her School
36. Amy Buck - London Studio Centre. Dancer, actress, musical theatre, freelance teacher
37. Hazel Firth - Laban Centre of Contemporary Dance. Dancer, choreographer and freelance teacher
38. Dayna Arrowsmith - Royal Ballet School, Elmhurst Ballet School. European Ballet National tours, MSC cruise lines
39. Justine Buckley - Body Works Performing Arts. Dancer, teacher, personal trainer
40. Krystina Westall - Actress
41. Chloe Parsons - Royal Academy of Dance. Principle of her School
42. Laura Jones - Royal Academy of Dance. Teacher
43. Rebecca Stockley - Doreen Bird Performing Arts, Trinity Laban. Dancer, musical theatre, actress.
44. Connor McCrory - Royal Ballet JA, Scholarship Tring Park School for The Performing Arts. Actor, Script writer
45. Joshua Stuckes - The Royal Ballet Lower School
46. James Lovell - Royal Ballet JA, MA, SA, Scholarship to Tring Park School of The Performing Arts, Elmhurst Ballet School, Principle dancer with Mathew Bourne’s New Adventures *The following ex pupils currently training
47. Ben Cockwell - The Royal Ballet Lower School. English National Ballet School
48. Paris Renee Street - Royal Ballet JA, Tring Park assosciate, The Royal Ballet Lower School
49. Ella Taylor - Emil Dale Performing Arts
50. Millie Griffin - Stella Mann Performing Arts
51. Rose Painter - Performing and Directing Gilbert & Sullivan productions at Cambridge University.
52. Miro Vosper Trehern - Trinity Laban for classical singing
53. Kyle McCrory - The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
54. Freddie Lovell - Arts Educational Performing Arts
55. Evie Walker - Scholarship to Italia Conti Performing Arts

And let’s hope this list continues to grow in future!
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CONGRATULATIONS to Kayla Gaskell Who has successfully been offered a place on The EDGE Senior Associate Programme commen...
16/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to Kayla Gaskell Who has successfully been offered a place on The EDGE Senior Associate Programme commencing this September.
EDGE is an Elite Pre-Vocational training course led by West End Professionals Emily Goodenough (currently in the West End’s production of ‘Wicked’) and Adam Denman (teacher at Bird College & Laine Theatre Arts) The course also features industry guest teachers each month, helping explore new styles, technique and performance skills.
We are very excited for you Kayla and know that you will gain so much from this highly reputable, professional training.
We as teachers have a duty to guide our pupils and students who wish to pursue a career in The Performing Arts, to carefully select the best additional training for their futures. Associate programmes are now plentiful, but care and attention must be taken by all of us to assess these programmes thoroughly, ensuring that our children receive the best additional training and outcomes they deserve and pay for. These opportunities are such wonderful experiences, but in some cases extortionate costs are now sadly the focus, making dance less and less available and affordable for all.

10/06/2026

Jazz A are loving their class with guest teacher and former pupil, Liv Marcus.

It’s incredibly exciting for the girls to work with new teachers and choreographers, exploring different styles and broadening their experience. Opportunities like these help build valuable connections and open doors into the commercial dance world.

We are excited to announce our Summer Talent Show for students in Jazz 3 and above, Primary Ballet and above, Contempora...
04/06/2026

We are excited to announce our Summer Talent Show for students in Jazz 3 and above, Primary Ballet and above, Contemporary 1 and above, and Musical Theatre 1 and above!

This is a fantastic opportunity to get creative, showcase your talents, and have fun. Whether you love dancing, singing, or a combination of both, we’d love to see what you can do!

You can choose your own music and perform as a soloist, with a partner, or as part of a group – it’s entirely up to you.

Talent Show Guidelines:
• Your performance must be between 1 and 2 minutes.
• You may dance, sing, or combine both in your routine.
• Costumes, fancy dress, and performance outfits are encouraged – feel free to get creative and make your performance unique!
• Most importantly, have fun and enjoy the experience.

We can’t wait to see all of your amazing performances and celebrate the incredible talent within our school.

Unfortunately, due to the flooring, we are unable to include tap dance in this year’s competition.

Forever thinking of all the wonderful memories of you Alistair. Who will always shine so brightly in our studio and live...
01/06/2026

Forever thinking of all the wonderful memories of you Alistair. Who will always shine so brightly in our studio and lives!

16/05/2026

Our professionally structured conditioning classes maximise strength and flexibility. They also include discovering their artistic potential.

04/05/2026

📣 CLASSES ARE STILL ON TODAY 📣

We hope you’re having a lovely
Bank Holiday Weekend!

Please note that all classes are running as normal today.

We look forward to seeing you there! 😊

🌍✨ International Dance Day ✨🌍Dance is more than movement it’s a universal language that speaks without words. It tells s...
29/04/2026

🌍✨ International Dance Day ✨🌍

Dance is more than movement it’s a universal language that speaks without words. It tells stories, expresses emotions, and connects people across cultures, ages, and backgrounds.

Dance inspires everyone differently. For some, it’s a creative escape. For others, it’s a form of confidence, discipline, or even healing. It teaches resilience, teamwork, and self-expression, while also being an amazing way to stay active and healthy both physically and mentally. Most importantly, dance reminds us to be present, to let go, and to celebrate who we are.

Ranger School of Dance offers a whole range of classes for children and adults. Every dancer’s journey is unique, and this is a place where that journey can begin, evolve, and flourish.

So today, take a moment to move, to feel, and to celebrate the power of dance.

25/04/2026

Saturday mornings are dedicated to our youngest dancers. These classes offer a gentle introduction to ballet and movement, brought to life through storytelling. Led by Miss Nat and Miss Sarah, each session is engaging, imaginative, and full of fun, using props to spark creativity and inspire little ones to explore movement in a playful way.

For more information about our classes or to book in a taster session
👉Send us a message or email [email protected]

21/04/2026

Thank you, Ethan. I’m so pleased that you’ve continued your dance and musical theatre journey, and I wish you every success in your future career!

Address

Millpond Studio, Church Hill
Swanage
BH191HU

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 8:30pm
Friday 5pm - 8:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 11:30am

Telephone

+441929421510

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