Welcome to The McLean School of Dance!
We are a friendly and professional team, based in the Tannochside area of Uddingston, who offer high quality dance training in Classical Ballet, Modern, Tap, Jazz, Acrobatics and Street Dance.
The school was established in 1999 and continues to thrive more than 20 years later, still in its original venue of the Viewpark Parish Church halls and still under the guidance of its founder, Shirley Ann McLean.
We pride ourselves in having high standards of teaching whilst remaining non-competitive and inclusive in our ethos.
We follow the syllabus of the Scottish Dance Teachers Alliance (SDTA). Dancers have the opportunity to participate in examinations (December or February usually) and in our annual summer Dance Showcase at Hamilton Townhouse Theatre.
Please browse our website and do contact us by email msd1999@yahoo.com if you require any further information.
Age 3-5 Years
- Pre-School Ballet
- Tap
- Modern
Imaginative play dance and basic technique. Usually finished with a bop to whatever their current pop or musical favourite is!
Age 5-9 Years
- Classical Ballet
- Tap
- Modern (inc Jazz / Lyrical)
- Acro (Optional)
- Street Dance (Optional)
Some formal technique will be started but the emphasis is still on fun and enjoyment. Street dance and acro are also now available as optional extras.
Age 10+
- Classical Ballet (inc Pointe)
- Theatre / Broadway Tap
- Modern (inc Jazz / Lyrical)
- Acro (Optional)
- Street Dance (Optional)
Work is now more demanding and more discipline is required. Emphasis is on improving technique and enjoyment through achieving targets.
Masterclasses
There may be masterclass opportunities throughout the year. Previous guest teachers have included Carrie-Anne Ingrouille (Six and Hamilton, Westend), Daniel Donaldson Todd (Bird College), James Muldoon (I Can See Your Voice), Tim Noble (Purestar, Dance Mums UK)
All of our teachers and guest teachers have a wealth of experience in Dance Teaching and Performance.
For details of our timetable and availability of classes contact us by email msd1999@yahoo.com
Shirley McLean Bayley FSDTA
FOUNDER / PRINCIPAL TEACHER
Shirley trained at the Clark Theatre School in Lanarkshire, passing her first teaching exam under Bette Clark’s excellent tuition. She has since furthered her dance qualifications to include all theatre branch genres and currently holds Fellowship status in Theatre (Modern/Tap) and Ballet with the Scottish Dance Teachers’ Alliance, as well as further teaching qualifications in Street, Acrobatics and Contemporary. Shirley has adjudicated at TDCI Championships in Scotland and is an Examiner for the SDTA. She continues to teach at the McLean School of Dance and is a founder producer of Practical Magic Theatre Company. Shirley is a secondary school teacher and is a Qualified Teacher of the Vision Impaired. She is registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). Shirley is also a qualified first aider.
Danielle McBride MSDTA
TEACHER
Danielle is an “O.G” having attended the McLean School of Dance’s nursery class when it all began. She studied Classical Ballet, Tap and Modern/Jazz from a very young age and has now expanded her qualifications to include Street Dance, Acrobatics and Contemporary. Danielle’s passion is for acrobatics and contemporary choreography. Danielle has her HNC in Early Education and Childcare. She also holds qualifications in Children and Young People's Mental Health and Children with Autism. She is currently employed in the Early Years sector. Danielle is also a qualified first aider.
Aimee McCallum MSDTA
TEACHER
Aimee attended McLean School of Dance from a very young age, studying Classical Ballet, Tap and Modern/Jazz. She has expanded her qualifications to include her Membership Street Dance as well as Associates in Cheer, Modern, Acrobatics and Contemporary. Aimee’s passion is for cheer, acrobatics and street dance. Aimee holds her MA (Hons) in Education and is employed as a primary school teacher. She is registered with the GTCS and is a qualified first aider.
Lindsay McPherson ASDTA
TEACHER
Lindsay attended McLean School of Dance from a very young age, studying Classical Ballet, Tap and Modern/Jazz. She obtained her dance teaching qualifications with McLean School of Dance and quickly found that she had a natural talent for engaging our youngest children in dance. Lindsay is our Nursery and P1/2 lead. Lindsay holds her BA (Hons) in Education and is employed as a primary school teacher. She is registered with the GTCS.
Kirstie Stewart
ADMINISTRATOR / TEACHING ASSISTANT
Kirstie is another “O.G” having attended the McLean School of Dance on the very first day that it all began. She studied Classical Ballet, Tap and Modern/Jazz as a youngster and has now expanded her expertise to include Street Dance. Kirstie’s talent lies in supporting our youngest dancers, especially those who are shy and less confident than others. Kirstie is invaluable in the way that she supports our youngest, most timid dancers and ensures their full inclusion in classes along with their peers.
Terry Ryan
TEACHER – SENIOR SCHOOL
Terry trained at the Doreen Bird College in London gaining his Diploma in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. He has worked professionally with Royal Carribean International, Spillers Pantomimes and Celebrity Cruises to name but a few. We are extremely lucky to have Terry as our Senior Show Class lead teacher and choreographer.Student Helpers:
Roslyn Bayley (student teacher)
Abbie Millar (student teacher)
Iona Murray (student teacher)
Alexis Cairney
Cora Bell
Elizabeth Lees
Keira Henderson
Our uniform is compulsory however, we do not expect new-starts to purchase this immediately. The following can be worn for the first few classes: Black leggings, plain T shirt, gym shoes – we have a box of pre-owned shoes so please check with us to see if we have your size. These are free of charge. If we don’t have your size, gym shoes will be fine for the first three weeks. Full uniform as listed below should then be worn.
Hair must be tied up off the neck, preferably in a bun, and all jewellery including earrings removed – newly pierced ears must be taped if earrings cannot be removed.
Shoe Size Guide
Tap Shoes : Order normal shoe size
Ballet Shoes : Order one size up, should be neat.
Jazz Shoes : Order half size up, should be neat
Dance Clothing
Size 00 : age 2-3 years
Size 0 : age 3-5 years
Size 1 : age 6-8 years
Size 2 : age 8-10 years
Size 3a : age 11-12 years
Size 3 : adult size 6-8
Size 4 : adult size 10-12
Size 5 : adult size 14-16
Dance t shirts/hoodies etc are all pretty true to size.
Weekly Class Uniform
Street Dance
White trainers
Any combination of our orange/yellow Street Dance Uniform, available
here
Knee pads recommended
Nursery Class and Primary 1/2
Black Lycra Angela leotard (sleeveless)
Black Lycra circular skirt
Black Lycra stirrup leggings
Pale pink cross-over ballet cardigan/wrap
WHITE leather-look low heel tap shoes (preferably Velcro fastening – order normal shoe size)
Pink leather ballet shoes with elastics (order 1 size up – should be neat)
Available here
Primary 3/4/5
Black Lycra Angela leotard (sleeveless)
Black Lycra circular skirt
Black Lycra stirrup leggings
Pale pink cross-over ballet cardigan/wrap
BLACK leather-look low heel tap shoes (preferably Velcro fastening – order normal shoe size)
Pink leather ballet shoes with elastics (order 1 size up – should be neat). Available here
Black/red Dance school T shirt/ Dance school zipper may be worn as alternative to pink ballet cardi. Available here
Grade 3+
Black Lycra Angela leotard (sleeveless)
Black Lycra stirrup leggings (black shorts with convertible tights may be worn)
Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
Black low heel tap shoes – with teletone/echo taps
Black split-sole jazz shoes
Dance school T shirt / Dance school zipper may be worn.
Grade 5/6/Seniors
Black dancewear
Transition (convertible) tights for ballet
Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
Black low heel tap shoes – with teletone/echo taps
Black split-sole jazz shoes
Turners/Contemporary socks may be worn
PLEASE NOTE: Exams/shows may require additional basic items such as ballet socks or ballet tights
Any questions/worries about uniform, please do not hesitate to contact us on msd1999@yahoo.com
We do not consider ourselves to be a “competition school” however there may be opportunities to compete once or twice a year in specially selected, friendly competitions. This is by no means compulsory nor a frequent occurrence. If weekly competitions and the “Dance Moms” life is what you are looking for, we are definitely not the dance school for you…
A very small number of children may also be invited to participate a few times a year in Festivals which are a lot more competitive than the usual “comps” and can be very expensive at first – this will be few and far between for us.
If you would like further information on this, please get in touch.
msd1999@yahoo.com
If you'd like more information or would like to contact us, please email us from the link above, thanks.
Viewpark Parish Church Halls, 400 Old Edinburgh Road, Uddingston G71 6PJ