Dance
Ballet Taster Classes
A beginner-level group session introducing ballet posture, coordination, barre exercises, stretches and a short movement combination.
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Upcoming classes
6 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27 Sept 2026 Sunday | 11:20 - 12:20 | Taster class1 day | RowanHicks | City AcademyFarringdon | £15.00 | Book now |
7 Oct 2026 Wednesday | 19:55 - 21:10 | Taster class1 day | ZacPriestley | Sadler’s WellsEC1 | £15.00 | |
16 Nov 2026 Monday | 18:05 - 19:20 | Taster class1 day | SophieFord | City AcademyFarringdon | £15.00 | |
16 Nov 2026 Monday | 19:30 - 20:45 | Taster class1 day | SophieFord | City AcademyFarringdon | £15.00 | |
4 Jan 2027 Monday | 18:05 - 19:20 | Taster class1 day | DanceTutors | City AcademyFarringdon | £15.00 | |
17 Dec 2027 Friday | 18:15 - 19:45 | Taster class1 day | KirillBurlov | City AcademyFarringdon | £20.00 |
Wed 7 Oct, 19:55 - 21:10
1 day1 dayWed 19:55£15ZacPriestleySadler’s WellsMon 16 Nov, 18:05 - 19:20
1 day1 dayMon 18:05£15SophieFordCity AcademyMon 16 Nov, 19:30 - 20:45
1 day1 dayMon 19:30£15SophieFordCity AcademyMon 4 Jan, 18:05 - 19:20
1 day1 dayMon 18:05£15DanceTutorsCity AcademyFri 17 Dec, 18:15 - 19:45
1 day1 dayFri 18:15£20KirillBurlovCity Academy
About this course
This introductory class familiarises participants with foundational ballet technique through posture work, basic coordination exercises and a simple combination performed to music. It also covers barre exercises and stretches, with the names and meanings of the movements explained during the session. Teaching takes place in a relaxed group setting and is designed to provide a first experience of ballet in one session.
What you'll learn
- Apply basic ballet posture
- Practise foundational coordination
- Perform a simple sequence of ballet steps to music
- Identify and practise basic barre exercises and stretches
Is this course right for you?
The class is intended for complete beginners with no previous ballet experience. Participation involves learning and practising movements as part of a group, including barre work, stretching and a short combination.
- Suitable for a first experience of ballet
- Delivered as a group session
- Designed as a one-off introduction
Before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement.
- Soft ballet shoes or socks are suitable for the class.
Where this course runs
- Selected class
10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG
Farringdon, London
Nearest station: Farringdon
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