Ballet /ˈbæleɪ/ (French: [balɛ]) is a type of performance dance that originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century and later developed into a concert dance form in France and Russia. It has since become a widespread, highly technical form of dance with its own vocabulary based on French terminology. Our Ballet conditioning class is a combination of barre work, centre work and stage work.
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To book a free trial in any of the classes below, please contact the office.
You are only able purchase a whole term of our Children’s classes via our website. If your Child attends a trial and then joins halfway through a term, you will be sent an invoice for the remaining sessions. Adult classes can be booked individually.
Baby Ballet is designed to introduce your little one to the world of Ballet in a safe and relaxed environment. The class incorporates interesting props and musical instruments and follows unique storylines that guide the children through a series of activities. The children will learn basic movement concepts like turnout, bending and stretching, hopping, jumping, skipping and more, while also being given plenty of opportunity to express themselves through free movement.
The class helps to improve strength and coordination as well as mental and social skills which they will be able to carry with them into other activities as they begin to approach school age. For more information on our Baby Ballet classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
Tinies Ballet is a class where children will learn the foundations of Classical Ballet in a fun and encouraging environment. Our classes do not follow a set syllabus but instead allow students to explore the classical dance form in a more relaxed environment. Students will learn the core basics of ballet technique that will allow them to move on to the next level and pursue ballet further. Ballet is the foundation of many other dance forms and is extremely beneficial in improving balance and control, coordination and posture.
Our classes also allow time for students to explore movement through free movement exercises using scarves and other props. Whether your child is already in love with Ballet or if they are a complete beginner, this class will provide them with the basics they need as well as the chance to be creative and gain confidence in themselves. For more information on our Tinies Ballet classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
Our Mids Ballet class provides children with a more well-rounded understanding of the fundamentals of Ballet technique. The class starts with a Ballet barre before moving into the centre to work on basic centre practice, port de bras and allegro. The class solidifies students’ technique giving them the skills and understanding to be able to take their learning further. The class does not follow a set syllabus but instead allows students to learn at their own pace and explore the classical dance form through carefully thought-out exercises.
The class is suitable for all abilities as our expert teachers can easily adapt work to suit beginners, allowing them to gain both skill and confidence. Our Mids Ballet class is a great way for your child to explore the world of Ballet and gain skills that will allow them to flourish. For more information on our Mids Ballet classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
Our Teens Ballet class provides students with a strong understanding of the fundamentals of Ballet technique. The class starts with a Ballet barre before moving into the centre to work on centre practice and pirouettes, port de bras, adage, allegro and more. The class builds on students’ technique giving them the skills and understanding to be able to learn more advanced movements. The class does not follow a set syllabus but instead allows students to learn at their own pace and explore the classical dance form through carefully thought-out exercises.
The class is suitable for all abilities as our expert teachers can easily adapt work to suit beginners, allowing them to gain both skill and confidence. Ballet is the foundation of many other dance forms and our Teens class will provide students with skills that they can carry with them into many other classes. For more information on our Teens Ballet classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
As well as our free Ballet classes we also offer students the chance to take graded Examinations in RAD Ballet. The RAD’s examinations and awards are internationally recognised providing students with a means of gaining formal qualifications for their love of dance. Class awards and examinations are available from as young a pre-primary level all the way to advanced. For more information on our RAD classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
Adult Ballet is the perfect way to ease yourself into the studio and take a gentle step into the world of Ballet. The class includes a traditional Ballet barre warm up to wake the muscles and joints up, before moving on to centre practice and finishing with a light stretch and cool down.
Whether you are easing yourself back into Ballet or trying it out for the very first time, then this is the class for you. Ballet allows your mind and body to stay active and it is our belief that it is never too late to give it a go. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed and welcomes all ages and abilities. For more information on our Dance Fitness classes and how to get involved then please contact the office today.
Emily started dancing at the age of 3 where her love for the artform soon flourished. She went on to train in Oxford learning a range of styles including RAD and Cecchetti Ballet, Tap and IST
April is a classically and technically trained performer from Australia. She started dancing from the young age of 3 training in Jazz, Tap, Ballet and Gymnastics.
Alice starting tapping at the age of 4 and quickly grew to love all dance genres. She has competed across the country in festivals as well as the All Englands dance competition in Ballet, Contemporary
Emma started dancing at the age of 4 and has taught at various dance schools in London, teaching children that have been accepted into Royal Ballet School, Urdang Academy and West end musicals.
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