Meet Upper Sixth pupil Angel - our 2025/26 Dance Captain at Legat Dance Academy! In this Q&A, Angel shares insights into her role as Dance Captain, what makes Legat training unique and her plans for life beyond Bede's...

Can you tell us about your dance journey and how you became Dance Captain at Legat Dance Academy?

I began dancing at just two and a half years old, focusing exclusively on ballet for many years. During the Covid period, I decided I wanted to seriously pursue dance. That decision led me to find Bede’s and the Legat Dance Academy online and I started in Year 10. Initially, the learning curve was steep since I wasn't used to training in so many different styles. However, with dedication, I saw a significant improvement in only six months. The teachers here truly acknowledge hard work and that encouragement prompted me to apply for the role of Dance Captain, which I was thrilled to be appointed to.

What does being Dance Captain mean to you, and what responsibilities come with the role?

To me, being Dance Captain is all about being a positive role model - someone the other dancers can look up to, just like I looked up to the captains when I was in the lower years. My main focus is making sure everyone feels comfortable and truly belongs here. I also serve as a link between my peers and the faculty; the teachers rely on me to collect the dancers' feedback and notify them quickly if any issues come up. I really enjoy being that trusted person my peers feel comfortable approaching.

What has been the most rewarding part of being Dance Captain so far?

The most rewarding part of being Dance Captain has been seeing how everyone has settled and feels safe in Legat. It can be intimidating when you first start so I like to make sure that everyone has fun and feels part of our family!

How do you balance your leadership duties with your own dance training and academic studies?

My approach is to stay organised and plan my time carefully. During Legat sessions, my focus is solely on dance. Then, after school, I use my prep time to concentrate on academics. I keep everything in a pretty strict routine to manage both disciplines effectively! On Saturdays, I participate in the RAD Assistant Training award, which involves helping to teach the Legat Associates. This programme has been invaluable for my leadership, as it has taught me to adapt my teaching style depending on the age group I'm working with.

How would you describe the dance training at Legat? What sets it apart from other dance academies?

One of the best things about Bede’s and Legat is the sheer convenience - everything is right here! We can move quickly and easily between academic lessons and dance sessions. Because Legat is a smaller company, we get a lot of valuable one-to-one feedback, which is absolutely essential for both personal growth and technical improvement.

What are your future goals in dance or beyond?

My dream career involves performing across various platforms, whether that's dancing in musicals, making appearances in music videos, or touring with major pop stars. Alongside performing, I'm keen to develop my skills in teaching dance. I'm currently working toward admission to a dance college - that's the vital first step before I can start the audition process.

How do you think your experience at Legat and as Dance Captain has prepared you for life after school?

Handling all my current responsibilities has actually made me feel well-prepared for the real world. Managing so many tasks is great training in being adaptable. As Dance Captain, I'm constantly focused on the needs of others, not just my own, and that perspective is perfectly preparing me for working in a team environment in the future.