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Ballet Intensive Beginners – 5 Day

Ballet Intensive Beginners – 5 Day

Kickstart your ballet journey. Over the course of five days, you will embark on a classical ballet journey that will take you from little or no knowledge, to gaining and having more confidence regarding the classical ballet technique.

Our daily Ballet Intensive Beginners classes will be taught in a way in which you learn, or refresh your knowledge of, classical ballet terminology and positions of the feet and arms. The tutor will set out structured and technical exercises at a pace suitable for the entire class. Our professionally trained tutors will guide you through to ensure you develop a solid classical ballet foundation while having fun.

With the right blend of movement, active learning and repertoire, move through the five days at a pace that has been designed specifically for those new to Ballet.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

Immerse yourself in five focused days of ballet and build the technique, strength and confidence to move with greater grace and control..

  • Build confidence in classical ballet through focused intensive training
  • Develop stronger posture, alignment, balance and coordination
  • Improve strength, flexibility and body awareness across five consecutive days
  • Gain a clearer understanding of ballet technique, vocabulary and class structure
  • Build confidence with barre work, centre practice and movement combinations
  • Learn in a supportive environment with experienced ballet tutors
  • Enjoy the focus and momentum of a concentrated ballet course
  • Feel more confident continuing into regular ballet classes after the intensive
Classical Ballet Technique

Focus on the foundations of classical ballet, developing clearer technique, posture and movement quality.

Barre Work

Build strength, balance and alignment through structured barre exercises that support confidence and control.

Centre Practice

Move away from the barre with centre exercises designed to develop coordination, balance and confidence.

Strength and Flexibility

Improve strength, flexibility and body awareness through focused ballet conditioning and movement practice.

Ballet Vocabulary

Develop a clearer understanding of ballet terminology, class structure and the principles behind key movements.

Intensive Progression

Benefit from five consecutive days of focused training, helping you build momentum, confidence and technique in a short space of time.

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£476.00
20% OFF
30 Nov 2026 - 04 Dec 2026
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
11 Jan 2027 - 15 Jan 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
13 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
21
Sep
21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
£476.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
Offer:20% OFF
30
Nov
30 Nov 2026 - 04 Dec 2026
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
11
Jan
11 Jan 2027 - 15 Jan 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
10
May
10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
13
Sep
13 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon

Our Approach

You will also have body conditioning classes to assist in warming up the muscles and reinforce your what you learn in ballet class. Iconic ballet repertoire such as, Swan Lake, Giselle and Sleeping Beauty will be introduced to you giving you a taste of the professional dance world.

After this intensive course, you will be able to continue your classical ballet dancer journey with more confidence and a stronger foundation while becoming more proficient.

What to bring with you

Please wear comfortable, fitted or slightly loose athletic clothing that allows you to move freely. You'll also need ballet flats or socks, a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated, a towel and a spare T-shirt, top or leotard if you'd like to change during or after class.

Want to learn more?

You've built strong foundations - now keep the momentum going. Continue with our beginner and improver ballet classes or explore complementary dance courses to develop your technique, strength and confidence as you progress.

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£476.00
20% OFF
30 Nov 2026 - 04 Dec 2026
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
11 Jan 2027 - 15 Jan 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
13 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
15 Nov 2027 - 19 Nov 2027
Mon
10:00-16:00
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£595.00
21
Sep
21 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
£476.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
Offer:20% OFF
30
Nov
30 Nov 2026 - 04 Dec 2026
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
11
Jan
11 Jan 2027 - 15 Jan 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
10
May
10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
13
Sep
13 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
15
Nov
15 Nov 2027 - 19 Nov 2027
£595.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:00
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon

PAYMENT OPTIONS

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. 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
City Academy, Farringdon
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Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden

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.

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