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Current class times, FitKid information, competition-team guidance, uniforms, bookings, venues, policies and announcements — without searching back through Facebook or WhatsApp.
September 2026 timetable
Current KMDS classes in Tubbercurry, Charlestown and Castlebar.
| Venue | Day | Class | Time | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tubbercurry | Monday | Baby Ballet | 4:00–4:30 | 2–4 |
| Tubbercurry | Monday | Primary Ballet | 4:45–5:30 | 5–6 |
| Tubbercurry | Monday | Junior Ballet | 5:30–6:15 | 7–9 |
| Tubbercurry | Monday | Ballet Grade 2 | 6:15–7:00 | 8–14 |
| Charlestown | Wednesday | Acro Arts Class 1 | 4:00–4:45 | 4–7 |
| Charlestown | Wednesday | Acro Arts Class 2 | 4:55–5:40 | 7–13 |
| Charlestown | Wednesday | Acro Arts Class 3 | 5:50–6:35 | 7–15 |
| Tubbercurry | Thursday | Acro Arts Class 1 | 4:00–4:45 | 4–6 |
| Tubbercurry | Thursday | Acro Arts Class 2 | 4:55–5:40 | 6–8 |
| Tubbercurry | Thursday | Acro Arts Class 3 | 5:50–6:50 | 7–15 |
| Castlebar | Friday | Primary Ballet | 4:00–4:45 | 4–8 |
| Castlebar | Friday | Acro Arts Beginners 1 | 4:45–5:30 | 5–8 |
| Castlebar | Friday | Acro Arts – Primary | 5:40–6:25 | 7–15 |
| Castlebar | Friday | Acro Arts Advanced | 6:35–7:20 | 8–15 |
FitKid Mayo by KMDS
Launching November 2026 in Castlebar, Charlestown and Tubbercurry.
FitKid for fun & progression
Gymnastics, dance, strength, flexibility and performance in a structured class without the competition-team commitment.
View FitKid bookingTrain · Perform · Compete
Selection-based training towards FitKid competitions at national and international level, with additional routine and performance commitment.
Ask Ms KatieAcro → FitKid
Acro builds the strength, flexibility, technique and confidence that gives students an excellent base before the November FitKid launch.
See Acro timetable🏆 FitKid Mayo Competition Pathway
From potential → team member → competition
Show your potential
Competition Team places are by selection/audition. We look for ability, potential, enthusiasm, coachability and a positive attitude.
Selection / audition
Become part of the team
Attend Competition Team training, maintain regular attendance and complete additional training or home practice where appropriate.
Extra training + exclusive Competition Team uniform
Represent FitKid Mayo
Work towards FitKid competitions at national and international level when ready, representing FitKid Mayo by KMDS.
Train • Perform • Compete
Uniforms & what to wear
Simple parent guidance for Ballet, Acro and FitKid.
Pink ballet uniform
Pink leotard/skirt and tights. Proper ballet shoes are required for safe participation. A pink wrap is useful in colder weather.
Shop EchappéSafe fitted training wear
Fitted dance/acro wear suitable for inversions and spotting, with hair secured away from the face. Avoid loose clothing, jewellery and anything that can catch during skills.
Dancewear shopNew teamwear coming
Bespoke FitKid Mayo competition and recreational teamwear is currently being designed and sampled. Final prices and ordering information will be added here.
Venues
KMDS currently operates from three locations.
Parent Policies & Class Guidelines
One simple place for practical class information, guidelines and safety information.
General Parent Information
Arrival and collection, toilets, drinks, attendance and communication across all KMDS classes.
View information ↓ 2Acro Class Guidelines
What students and parents need to know for safe, positive and successful Acro classes.
Open Acro guidelines → 3Ballet Class Guidelines
What students and parents need to know about Ballet classes, uniform, footwear and class expectations.
View Ballet information ↑FitKid Class Guidelines
Information for FitKid classes and training will be added once the guidance is finalised.
Coming soonSafety, Safeguarding & Privacy
KMDS safety, safeguarding and privacy information for parents and guardians.
View information ↓General Parent Information
- Please arrive in time for the class warm-up and collect students promptly when class finishes.
- Please make sure children use the toilet before class and bring a named drink or water bottle.
- Let KMDS know if your child will be absent or if relevant information affecting their participation changes.
- Class updates and important information are shared through the relevant parent WhatsApp group and the Parent Hub.
Safety & safeguarding
KMDS is committed to providing a safe, positive and age-appropriate environment for every student.
- Students should arrive in time for the class warm-up and be collected promptly afterwards.
- Appropriate clothing, footwear and secured hair are required for safe participation.
- Jewellery and loose items should be removed before Acro/FitKid training.
- Parents should tell KMDS about relevant injuries, allergies or support needs before class.
- Skills are taught progressively and students should not attempt unapproved advanced skills during class.
- Any safeguarding or welfare concern should be raised privately with Ms Katie.
Privacy
KMDS uses parent and student information only where needed to administer classes, communicate with families, manage payments/bookings and support safe participation.
- Booking and registration information is managed through ClassForKids.
- Parent contact details should not be shared with other families without permission.
- Photos/video used for promotional purposes should follow the permissions provided by parents.
- Parents can contact KMDS to ask about information held about their child or to update incorrect details.
Note: This hub is parent-friendly guidance. A formal privacy notice and safeguarding policy should be retained separately where required.
Latest announcements
The first place to check for important KMDS and FitKid Mayo updates.
Autumn classes return
September term starts vary by venue and class. See the timetable above for the current schedule.
FitKid Mayo launches
Recreational and competition pathways launch in November across the KMDS FitKid programme.
FitKid teamwear in development
Design and sample work is underway. Ordering details will be published here once the range is approved.
Quick questions
Where do I book?
Use the KMDS ClassForKids booking page. It is the live source for registration and availability.
My child wants to join FitKid. What should we do now?
September Acro is an excellent preparation route. For competition-team interest, contact Katie because places are selection based and limited.
Where should I check for class changes?
Important updates can be posted in the Announcements section of this hub, with direct WhatsApp communication used when families need an immediate alert.