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Dance Summer School

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.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

Spend 5 energising days exploring dance, building confidence and discovering the styles that help you move with strength, rhythm and expression.

  • Build confidence as a beginner or returning dancer in a supportive environment
  • Improve coordination, balance, posture and body awareness
  • Develop rhythm, musicality and confidence learning choreography
  • Increase strength, flexibility and core control through safe movement practice
  • Experience the joy of trying different dance styles across one focused week
  • Learn alongside other adults at a similar level
  • Feel stronger, more expressive and more comfortable moving through space
  • Gain a clearer sense of which dance styles you enjoy most
Contemporary Movement

Explore simple travelling steps, floor work and expressive movement while developing confidence moving through space.

Jazz Foundations

Work on posture, alignment, control and coordination through accessible jazz-inspired exercises.

Commercial Dance

Try commercial choreography inspired by street and pop styles, focusing on rhythm, attitude and stage presence.

Guided Improvisation

Explore creative movement tasks that help you connect with your body and move without pressure.

Strength and Flexibility

Learn safe stretching techniques, basic core exercises and posture awareness to support physical development.

Safe Dance Practice

Understand how to warm up, train safely and look after your body during an active week of dance.

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
05 Oct 2026 - 09 Oct 2026
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
14 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
25 Jan 2027 - 29 Jan 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
12 Apr 2027 - 16 Apr 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
12 Jul 2027 - 16 Jul 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
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
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
25
Jan
25 Jan 2027 - 29 Jan 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
12
Apr
12 Apr 2027 - 16 Apr 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
12
Jul
12 Jul 2027 - 16 Jul 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon

Useful information

1
Do I need any previous dance experience?
No. This course is designed specifically for beginners.
2
Is the course physically demanding?
It is active, but all exercises are taught at a beginner level with modifications where needed.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Am I too old to start dancing?
Absolutely not. The course welcomes adult learners of all ages.
6
Will I feel out of my depth?
No. Classes are structured progressively and taught in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Learn from working dance professionals

Our Dance intensive 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.

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
05 Oct 2026 - 09 Oct 2026
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
14 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
25 Jan 2027 - 29 Jan 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
12 Apr 2027 - 16 Apr 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
12 Jul 2027 - 16 Jul 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
04 Oct 2027 - 08 Oct 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
13 Dec 2027 - 17 Dec 2027
Mon
10:00-16:30
5 days (Monday - Friday)
City Academy, Farringdon
£545.00
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
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
25
Jan
25 Jan 2027 - 29 Jan 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
12
Apr
12 Apr 2027 - 16 Apr 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
12
Jul
12 Jul 2027 - 16 Jul 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
04
Oct
04 Oct 2027 - 08 Oct 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
Duration:5 days (Monday - Friday)
Tutor: Dance Tutors
Venue: City Academy, Farringdon
13
Dec
13 Dec 2027 - 17 Dec 2027
£545.00
Day:Mon
Time:10:00-16:30
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
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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
Dance Tutors