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Here for the: Juniors! Classes for 7-11 Year Olds

Learn more about our ‘Juniors’ class, tailored for our middle age group of students, offering drama classes for kids aged 7-11.

The 'Juniors' Class Philosophy

Our 'Juniors' class is a dynamic and engaging journey into the realm of performing arts. Focused on building foundational acting skills and fostering imaginative storytelling, this program empowers young talents to explore their creativity, enhance confidence, and embark on a path of self-discovery and expression.

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Imaginative Storytelling

We focus on the art of imaginative storytelling, allowing each young actor to explore their creativity and develop a unique narrative voice.

2

Screen Acting

We introduce our Juniors to the world of scripted performances, guiding them through on-camera acting technique. They gain hands-on experience by participating in the professional filming of our original short films.

3

Live Performance

Igniting the magic of live performance, our yearly showcase cultivates the art of Theatre, empowering young talents to captivate audiences with confidence, technique and enthusiasm.

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Confidence Building

At the core of our approach for ages 7-11, we prioritise fostering confidence as young actors delve into the realms of creativity, developing a strong sense of self-assurance within our supportive environment.

Benefits of Juniors Classes

Learn more about our Drama Classes for kids aged 7-11.

Screen and Stage Training

Tailored coaching to enhance acting techniques and abilities.

Potential to get signed by a leading agent

Opportunities to meet and sign with top talent agents.

Grow in confidence, make friends and have fun!

Experience the joy of creative exploration.

What you'll learn:

Live Performance:

Developing the skill of performing in front of an audience.

Short Film experience:

Film an original short film on set, with a professional crew.

Screen Technique:

Master the art of Self Taping and being on camera.

Audition Practice:

To build comfort with the audition process.

Confidence Challenges:

Encourage positive self-perception, supporting continuous growth.

Improvisation Exercises:

Stimulating creative thinking and spontaneous expression.

Team Collaboration:

Promoting social skills and reinforcing teamwork.

Vocal Technique:

Focus on refining vocal expression for effective communication.

Narrative Crafting through Play:

Laying the foundation for understanding narrative structures.

Character-Centric Scene Building:

Develop scene-building skills around character exploration.

Headshot Sessions:

Gain portfolio material with a professional photographer.

Agent Exposure:

Opportunities to be signed by a leading children's agent.

Juniors Locations & Timetables

View our Juniors locations & timetables

Sidcup
Tuesdays
6-7:30pm
Grove Park
Saturday's
10-12pm
Saturdays
12:15pm-2:15pm
Enfield
Thurday's
5-6:30pm
Loughton
Wednesday's
5-6:30pm
Purley
Tuesdays
6-7:30pm

Unlock Your Acting Potential with Here For The: Juniors!

We provide a unique opportunity for young aspiring actors to interact with industry professionals and learn from their experience. Our mentorship program and hands-on approach ensure that every child can unlock their acting potential.

Customer Testimonials

Find out more about what our Members say about us.

Baylie absolutely LOVES HFTD she looks forward to her Saturday morning class all week ! Milly and all the staff are brilliant. Can’t thank Milly enough for helping to get Baylie signed to agency Bonnie & Betty!

Portia Smith

Mother of Baylie Agbonlahor

My daughter joined HFTD from day one and I can honestly say it was the best decision we have made. Her words “mum it’s the best thing I have ever done. HFTD isn’t like any other drama group and Milly is constantly bringing something new to the table, from voice coaches to having the top leading modelling agency come in to speak to the kids & also having her colleague’s from Eastenders come in to share there acting experience. Milly & Josh are the dream team everyone gets a chance to shine. My daughter comes out buzzing every Saturday & I absolutely love this especially as HFTD gives her the biggest confidence boost & allows her to express herself without being judged. Thank you HFTD!

Michelle Taylor

Mother of Macey Taylor

We thought Sadie did an excellent job with her audition tape and it looked very professional and stood out to us, hence why we were keen to offer her representation. We are very selective in who we are taking onto our books and it is clear that Sadie is gaining excellent training from you at HFTD Academy.

Justine & Clair

Stellar Talent Management

The feedback received from both the parents and children alike has always been extremely positive. We recommend HFTD because they focus on what is important in screen acting industry right now.

Bonnie Lia

Owner of Bonnie and Betty agency

Both my daughters do drama classes at HFTD They both love it. They have tried others and this is the best by far. They have gained so much confidence and learnt so much in the first term. Milly is amazing as is Josh so friendly and encouraging. I can’t recommend HFTD enough.

Sue Hill

Mother of Liv and Mia Grimwood

“My daughter absolutely loves coming to HFTD. She was a little nervous to start but Milly and her team quickly made her feel at home. HFTD is lots of fun whilst encouraging to build confidence and self expression through play, social interaction and improvisation.This is no ordinary Drama Academy. HFTD have loads of exciting new ideas including special guests, photoshoots to producing their own movie!’”

Gail Watson

Mother of Elise Watson

“My son who is 5 loves his classes at HFTD ! The teachers are so lovely and very professional. My son has grown in confidence and I can see his acting shining through. HFTD also have so many amazing connections in the industry. Students have the opportunity to meet agents, and even get signed themselves, which is amazing ! HFTD are the best”

Angie Simmonds

Mother of Kingsley Bond

My daughter absolutely loves her time at Here For The Drama Academy. Milly and her team are phenomenal and every week she’s learning new skills. Every week after her lesson she comes home buzzed and it’s been great to see her confidence come alive!

Nicole Sweet

Mother of Sadie Sweet

My daughter absolutely loves her weekly class and misses not attending during the holidays. She has learnt so much over the last 12 months, the team are so supportive and gives the children a great insight to what is expected of them in such a competitive industry.

Natalie Zarb

Mother of Tillie Zarb

Milly zero and her acting academy Here for the Drama have been Fantastic for my son Thomas! he started off with some 1-1 sessions with milly where he learned so much from reactions, expressing emotion, how to read a script properly and so much more. She has helped Thomas to reach some very late stages on some major tv shows and also helped secure some excellent roles too. He has since started up with both the junior classes and is also currently taken lamda classes with HFTD At the moment. Honestly If your looking to progress your child in the acting industry or just help them gain confidence and friends then HFTD is the place to be. 5*

Harry Howes

Father of Thomas Aitch

We cannot rate HFTD Acadamy highly enough! Our daughter absolutely loves every session. She has been part of other drama/ acting groups in the past and this is by far the best. Milly has carefully ensured that every child benefits from the academy and alongside the wonderful teachers, teaches valuable industry skills in a fun, relaxed and professional way. There are lots of fantastic opportunities such as shooting professional short films, accent workshops, script work plus introductions and lessons with other current screen actors and talent agencies such as Bonnie&Betty. They even threw an Oscars style party at the end of the year to screen the short films that every group had made which was really lovely. HFTD really is a breath of fresh air and has a professional yet personal and caring approach. Thanks HFTD x

Rachel Barrett

Mother of Lynn Barrett

My daughter was doing online classes but started with HFTD when they launched, she absolutely loves the weekly classes and she is also finding the class is helping with her drama GCSE. We couldn’t recommend them enough, all the staff are so supportive and encouraging.

Lesley Alkaner

Mother of Rojda Alkaner-Russell

Sadie has learned so many new skills. Here For The Drama has helped Sadie become more confident. There has been so many great opportunities offered and loads of support from the team! I would 100% recommend Here For The Drama !

Jade Nye

Mother of Sadie Nye

How to get started with Here For The: Juniors!

Our Juniors class is designed to provide children with a fun and interactive learning experience.

Free trial

Book a session

Use our booking system to book a session, at a date and time that suits you and your child. Please fill in all your information at this stage.

Receive a booking confirmation

You will receive a confirmation with the details of the session.

Come to your session

Now its time to come and see what HFTD is all about!

Become a HFTD Member!

You will then receive an email inviting you to become a Member and you can sign up using our booking system.

Juniors Gallery

Peek behind the curtain into the Juniors classes.

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Juniors short film

Watch an original Short Film by HFTD Juniors students below. Our professional annual filming project, characterised by small group sizes, provides students with valuable on-set experience coupled with the creation of impactful showreel material.

FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about our Pros classes, including parking information, accessibility, and operating hours.

We understand the importance of parental involvement. We provide regular updates, and periodic sharing sessions provide insights into the progress and achievements of our Juniors. We also share all Self-Tape material with parents to watch and download, so they can see track their Childs progress through their actual performances.

At HFTD, we are committed to inclusivity. We work closely with parents and guardians to understand the unique needs of each child. Our experienced team ensures that classes are adapted to provide a supportive and enjoyable experience for children with special needs, fostering their creativity and self-expression.

Absolutely! Our Juniors classes are designed for both beginners and those with acting experience. Our skilled teachers adapt the activities to accommodate various skill levels, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment for everyone.

Our Juniors classes, designed for ages 7-11, focus on introducing young actors to more text-based, scene work. The sessions include script-based learning, on-camera experiences, and engaging activities tailored to build confidence and creativity.

Send Enquiry

Send us an enquiry if you have any questions, and one of our team will get back to you within 48 hours. If you're ready to book a free trial, please visit our bookings page.

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Information at a glance:

Ages: 7-11

Email: info@hftdacademy.com

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