
Dance
Ballet Taster Classes (Level 1)
A beginner ballet taster introduces barre, centre work, posture and alignment through a condensed class for learners with little or no ballet experience.
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Upcoming classes
13 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 Sept 2026 Tuesday | 19:00 - 20:00 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | Book now |
8 Sept 2026 Tuesday | 20:00 - 21:00 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
9 Sept 2026 Wednesday | 19:30 - 20:30 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
13 Sept 2026 Sunday | 00:00 - 13:00 | Taster class | Ana | Soho StudioMarshall Street Leisure Centre, 15 Marshall St, Soho, London W1F 7EL | £15.00 | |
13 Sept 2026 Sunday | 10:55 - 11:55 | Taster class | Ana | Soho StudioMarshall Street Leisure Centre, 15 Marshall St, Soho, London W1F 7EL | £15.00 | |
21 Sept 2026 Monday | 19:00 - 20:00 | Taster class | Ana | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
27 Oct 2026 Tuesday | 19:00 - 20:00 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
27 Oct 2026 Tuesday | 20:00 - 21:00 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
28 Oct 2026 Wednesday | 19:30 - 20:30 | Taster class | Laure | Kings Cross StudioCentral YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS | £15.00 | |
1 Nov 2026 Sunday | 00:00 - 13:00 | Taster class | Ana | Soho StudioMarshall Street Leisure Centre, 15 Marshall St, Soho, London W1F 7EL | £15.00 |
Tue 8 Sep, 20:00 - 21:00
——Tue 20:00£15LaureKings Cross StudioWed 9 Sep, 19:30 - 20:30
——Wed 19:30£15LaureKings Cross StudioSun 13 Sep, 00:00 - 13:00
——Sun 00:00£15AnaSoho StudioSun 13 Sep, 10:55 - 11:55
——Sun 10:55£15AnaSoho StudioMon 21 Sep, 19:00 - 20:00
——Mon 19:00£15AnaKings Cross StudioTue 27 Oct, 19:00 - 20:00
——Tue 19:00£15LaureKings Cross StudioTue 27 Oct, 20:00 - 21:00
——Tue 20:00£15LaureKings Cross StudioWed 28 Oct, 19:30 - 20:30
——Wed 19:30£15LaureKings Cross StudioSun 1 Nov, 00:00 - 13:00
——Sun 00:00£15AnaSoho Studio
About this course
This condensed introduction covers foundational ballet elements through exercises at the barre and movement in the centre. Barre work focuses on balance and muscle toning, while centre exercises explore ballet movement with attention to poise. The class also introduces ballet posture and alignment, including the characteristic ballet stance, alongside the use of body lines, control and expression.
What you'll learn
- Practise introductory barre exercises for balance and muscle toning
- Explore foundational movement in the centre
- Recognise key principles of ballet posture and alignment
- Develop awareness of body lines, control and expression in movement
Is this course right for you?
The class is intended for beginners, including learners with little or no previous ballet experience. It offers a single taster format for those who want to try an introductory class before deciding whether to join a full beginner course.
- No previous ballet experience is needed
- Suitable for learners considering a longer beginner course
Before you go
- Comfortable leggings and a T-shirt are suitable clothing for the taster.
- Snug-fitting socks can be worn; professional dancewear and ballet shoes are not needed for the taster.
Where this course runs
- Selected class
Kings Cross Studio, Central YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS
Central YMCA at KX, 120 Cromer St, London, WC1H 8BS
Nearest station: King's Cross
View venue details › Soho Studio, Marshall Street Leisure Centre, 15 Marshall St, Soho, London W1F 7EL
Marshall Street Leisure Centre, 15 Marshall St, Soho, London W1F 7EL
Nearest station: Soho
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