Home›Dance classes›Dance Summer School Dance Summer School BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS START YOUR DANCE JOURNEY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. DISCOVER YOUR STYLE. Our five-day Beginner Dance Summer School is the perfect introduction to a wide range of dance styles in a supportive, welcoming and energising environment. Designed specifically for those new to dance - or returning after a break - this intensive week will help you build strong foundations, improve fitness, and gain confidence across multiple styles. You don’t need previous training, just enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new. Across five consecutive days, you’ll explore core techniques step-by-step, develop coordination and musicality, and experience the joy of learning choreography alongside others at a similar level. By the end of the week, you’ll feel stronger, more confident, and ready to continue your dance journey. What You Will Learn Throughout the course, you will: Learn the basic foundations of key dance styles Improve coordination, balance and posture Build flexibility and core strength safely Develop rhythm and musical awareness Gain confidence learning and performing simple choreography Understand how to warm up and train safely Explore creative movement through guided improvisation Each day combines technical rigour with creative exploration to ensure well-rounded development. DANCE SUMMER SCHOOL COURSE CONTENT OVERVIEW Contemporary Flow & Expression - Explore simple travelling steps, floor work and expressive movement. Develop confidence moving through space and understanding musical phrasing. Jazz Posture, Alignment & Control - Learn the fundamentals of ballet including basic positions, coordination, balance and posture. Ballet builds body awareness and provides a foundation for all other dance styles. Commercial Style & Confidence - Be introduced to accessible commercial choreography inspired by street and pop styles. Focus on rhythm, attitude and stage presence. Improvisation Creative Freedom - Explore guided movement tasks that build confidence and help you connect to your body without pressure. Strength & Flexibility Conditioning for Beginners - Learn safe stretching techniques, basic core exercises and posture awareness to support injury prevention and physical development. Choreography Putting It All Together - Learn short, simple routines combining skills from the week — building memory, confidence and performance quality. USEFUL INFORMATION Do I need any previous dance experience? No. This course is designed specifically for beginners. Is the course physically demanding? It is active, but all exercises are taught at a beginner level with modifications where needed. What should I wear? Comfortable clothing you can move freely in. Trainers are suitable for most classes; further guidance will be provided before the course. Will I need to perform at the end of the week? You will learn simple routines during the week, and there is a showcase which we would invite you to ask friends and family to attend to see all that you have achieved. Am I too old to start dancing? Absolutely not. The course welcomes adult learners of all ages. Will I feel out of my depth? No. Classes are structured progressively and taught in a supportive, inclusive environment. LEARN FROM WORKING DANCE PROFESSIONALS AND EXPERIENCED TUTORS. Our Dance Summer School is taught by tutors from City Academy’s Dance department - a team of professional performers, choreographers and movement specialists with extensive industry experience across ballet, contemporary, jazz and commercial styles. Bismark Anobah MORE INFO Kirill Burlov MORE INFO Laraib Waheed MORE INFO Mark Biocca MORE INFO Estela Merlos MORE INFO Chris Wright MORE INFO Manuela Cimadomo MORE INFO Justyna Sochaj MORE INFO Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Dance Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 20 Jul 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 Mon 10:00-16:30 5 days (Monday - Friday) Dance Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £490.50 10% OFF Book Now 05 Oct 2026 - 09 Oct 2026 Mon 10:00-16:30 5 days (Monday - Friday) Dance Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £545.00 Book Now 14 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 Mon 10:00-16:30 5 days (Monday - Friday) Dance Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £545.00 Book Now 20 Jul 20 Jul 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 £490.50 Day:Mon Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday) Tutor: Dance Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Oct 05 Oct 2026 - 09 Oct 2026 £545.00 Day:Mon Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday) Tutor: Dance Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 14 Dec 14 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 £545.00 Day:Mon Time:10:00-16:30 Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday) Tutor: Dance Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Dance Summer School' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.(For more information please see our terms and conditions) 10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. Dance Tutors View Profile
