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Every Wednesday at 16:15 – 17:30 Step into the captivating realm of the RAD Grade 2 ballet program at M&L School of Performing Arts, where the essential elements of ballet and character dance unfold within a curriculum that treasures the harmony of emotion and technique. This singular grade is a meticulously designed chapter in the ballet journey, offering young dancers the opportunity to revel in the dynamic blend of grace and strength that ballet commands. Nestled within a musical panorama that crosses centuries of dance heritage, our Grade 2 classes beckon students to dive deeper into the artistry of ballet and character dance. This grade serves as a pivotal moment, building upon the joy of movement discovered in earlier levels and encouraging a richer, more nuanced expression of ballet’s technical facets. Here, students are guided to explore their dance potential more fully, expressing themselves with renewed confidence and precision. Grade 2 in the RAD curriculum marks a delightful expansion in the breadth of character dance, presenting students with the chance to explore beyond the foundational steps and into a world rich with cultural diversity and expressive storytelling. The focus on character dance at this level enriches students’ understanding and appreciation of dance’s global tapestry, fostering a versatile approach to ballet that values both tradition and innovation. Why Choose RAD Grade 2 Ballet Lessons for Your Child? Holistic Physical Development: Focused on enhancing flexibility, strength, and coordination, Grade 2 ballet fine-tunes the physical attributes essential for dance. Boost in Self-Expression and Confidence: This grade empowers children to express complex emotions and stories through dance, nurturing a profound sense of self-confidence. Sharpened Discipline and Focus: The precise learning structure of Grade 2 ballet hones discipline, cultivates meticulous attention to detail, and strengthens concentration. Enriched Musical Appreciation: Grade 2 introduces students to an expanded array of musical styles, deepening their rhythmical understanding and appreciation for dance music’s diverse expressions. Joy and Fulfillment in Movement: Emphasizing the pleasure found in each step, leap, and turn, our curriculum encourages students to experience the genuine joy of dance. Social and Teamwork Skills: Ballet classes at this level offer a nurturing environment for developing friendships, learning about teamwork, and enhancing social skills through cooperative performances. Cultural Engagement and Awareness: Exploring character dances introduces students to a broader spectrum of the world’s dance heritage, enriching their cultural perspective and appreciation. Enhanced Coordination and Posture: Ballet at Grade 2 continues to improve overall body coordination and promotes the maintenance of good posture, contributing to a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Development of Important Life Skills: The discipline and perseverance learned through ballet are invaluable, teaching children time management and resilience in the face of challenges. Foundation for Future Learning: Laying a solid foundation for further ballet studies, Grade 2 enriches cognitive abilities and prepares students for the next steps in their dance education. Why M&L School of Performing Arts Is Uniquely Suited for Grade 2 Ballet: Choosing M&L School of Performing Arts for Grade 2 ballet means entering a world where passion for dance and music transforms into a tangible journey of growth and discovery. Inspired by our own experiences and fueled by a deep commitment to dance education, we offer a space where young dancers flourish under the guidance of RAD-certified instructors. Here, your child will not only advance in ballet but will also develop a deep-seated love for the arts, nurtured within a community that values creativity, discipline, and artistic integrity. Enroll your child in the RAD Grade 2 ballet program at M&L School of Performing Arts, and witness their transformation into a more confident, expressive, and technically proficient dancer. Join our family, where every class is a step toward cultivating passionate, skilled artists ready to embrace the vast world of dance. Book first lesson here: https://mandlschoolofperformingarts.com/book-first-lesson/

One Shared Owner: artists talking about creating collaborative space and sustainability with SaltSpace and Vanilla Ink Join us for a conversation exploring how artist-led initiatives are set up, why they are necessary and perhaps most importantly how they evolve and sustain themselves over time.  SaltSpace and Vanilla Ink will be sharing their experiences setting up as a Cooperative and Community Interest Company; and how they operate as an artist led space and community for creative practitioners.  SaltSpace will be hosting Dr Deborah Jackson, Head of Fine Art Critical Studies at the Glasgow School of Art, and Ellie Smith-Barratt, Chief Executive Officer at Vanilla Ink. Both Deborah and Ellie will be sharing their experiences with artist-led initiatives, thinking about the topic of sustaining creative spaces and communities in Scotland, with a specific focus on supports for early career practitioners in Glasgow and more broadly across Scotland.  This conversation will be an opportunity to think about the transitional space of moving from student to graduate and into practicing as a professional artist. We will be talking about supports for recent graduates and early career artists in the form of organisations and initiatives set up by / for recent graduates due to the lack of support system often provided by institutions. We will be thinking about the need to support collaboration and foster community during that time, and what mechanisms of support are in place for this, and how we can improve and strengthen these supports. Context: This event is co-hosted and supported by the Scottish Artist Union, artist and researcher Chris Biddlecombe, will be providing an overview of his key findings from the ‘Artist-Led Organisations in Scotland: Survey and Mapping of Activity' research report, which has been undertaken by Scottish Artist Union on behalf of Creative Scotland.  The event has been developed in conversation with Dr Marianne Greated, Academic Development Lead, School of Fine Art, Glasgow School of Art who has a longstanding interest in developing artist led collaborations and how this can be supported through the Glasgow School of Art curriculum.  About SaltSpace: SaltSpace is a creative cooperative based in Glasgow which aims to provide a supportive platform for new graduates and early year creatives as a stepping-stone into their artistic career. Currently we offer studio spaces across two premises in Glasgow city in Dornoch Street and the Axiom Building and a gallery/community space in the Axiom Building on 54 Washington Street.  About Vanilla Ink: Vanilla Ink is a Community Interest Company with creative jewellery workshops in Glasgow and Banff. They offer a diverse range of resources and programmes tailored to empower and support emerging talent, giving members access to the fully equipped jewellery studios, tools and bench space. The emphasis is on providing a supportive environment for jewellers to develop their skills and confidence. The jewellery school provides classes, workshops and courses for both beginners and professionals. One Shared Owner and the research is supported by Creative Scotland. If you have any other participation needs, please email us via learning@artistsunion.scot

Join Martyn, a recovering addict with over 20 years of sobriety, and Jacky Power, an Advanced Practitioner in addiction, as they blend lived experience with professional expertise to explore the cycle of addiction—and how to break free. With addiction affecting millions worldwide, the need for support and understanding has never been greater. According to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 35 million people suffer from substance use disorders globally, yet only 1 in 7 receive treatment. In the UK alone, around 275,000 adults are in contact with drug and alcohol services each year, highlighting the widespread impact of addiction. Whether you're personally affected by addiction, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to understand more, this session will offer valuable perspectives and strategies for change.

The current global demand for clean energy has resulted in rapid growth in the renewable energy sector. As the renewable industry grows, so does the demand for talent to work within it, bringing lots of new career prospects. The industry is the perfect transition for individuals leaving the armed forces who will have benefitted from exposure to many of the skills and experience, as well as the work ethic, that are required to work within this exciting, fast-paced industry.

Inclusive Krav Maga classes in Glasgow West End - Mixed Adult, Kids and Teens classes all year round! Beginners welcome, no experience or minimum fitness level needed! Come and join us to learn a new skill - push yourself to become fitter while learning invaluable self defense skills and meeting like minded others! Our club is all inclusive - everyone welcome! You'll be able to go at your own pace - let that be no fitness or fit as can be! Krav Maga is for everyone.

REFERENCE CODE 603/2369/3 COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 2 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview This qualification is aimed those who carry out activities in the Construction Industry working with Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) products. The qualification has a core group of 5 mandatory units that cover the generic areas including Health and Safety, transport and storage of tools, materials and equipment, checking and confirming the job specification and communication skills. The qualification also has a group of optional units that cover preparation, positioning, testing, installation and assembly. The qualification, along with the required separate proof of Health and Safety knowledge will give candidates a route to the relevant CSCS card required for site access.

Build successful and effective multi-cultural teams with our practical, bespoke training courses. Help team members to embrace and harness the skills and abilities their different ages, nationalities, generations and life experiences bring. Courses include: Knowing your team Communication styles Communicative competency in multi-cultural teams Cultural intelligence – understanding our strengths A global mindset Breaking down barriers for better team working Experiential learning – a session in a second language Team dynamics

Our organisations are increasingly diverse and a cultural mix in training brings a fantastic variety of learning styles and sometimes barriers, too. Help managers and trainers understand the impact of different cultures and nationalities in the training room and make simple adjustments to ensure training is effective for all. Who are you training? Culture and its impact on learning Breaking down cultural learning barriers Intercultural communication Cultural competency and its importance in the training room Training techniques for the diverse classroom Effective questioning and concept checking Having a global mindset

Professor Meredith A. Crowley, Professor of Economics at Cambridge University, will give the 2025 IFS Annual Lecture on "Trade Wars and the Future of Globalisation". The world enjoyed a dramatic fall in policy barriers to international trade and rising international integration of national markets throughout the 1990s and 2000s. However, since 2010, trade integration has stalled, with the global trade to GDP ratio hovering around 30 percent. Over the last fifteen years, the world has witnessed Britain’s exit from the EU, the 2018 US-China Trade War, major trade sanctions against Russia, and, most recently, the threat of broader American trade restrictions. This lecture will examine recent evidence on exporting firms in multiple countries and suggest new approaches to evaluating the price and welfare impacts of market fragmentation due to Brexit and the US-China Trade War. Meredith A. Crowley is a Professor of Economics at the University of Cambridge, a Fellow of St. John’s College Cambridge, President of the International Economics and Finance Society, and a Research Fellow at the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR – London). Her research, focused on international trade, trade policy, and exchange rates has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals including the American Economic Review and the Journal of International Economics. She has appeared or been cited in over 100 print and broadcast media outlets including the BBC, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Economist, The Financial Times, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Times and National Public Radio (US). Prior to arriving at Cambridge in 2013, Crowley worked in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. She has taught at Georgetown University, the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, and Nanjing University. She has presented her research at central banks and international institutions around the world, including the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the World Trade Organization. Crowley received her MPP from Harvard University and her PhD in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Join us for a round table discussion with Ginger Gregory, CHRO. Talent and Drive Results: How can we best leverage talent opportunities in a global organisation? As part of the UKI Wellbeing day we’re inviting everyone to participate in one of a series of roundtable focus groups hosted by HR and Ginger Gregory, our CHRO. These sessions are current organisational challenges designed to foster open dialogue, enhance collaboration, and gather your valuable insights. This is an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and contribute meaningfully to our organisation.