Absolute Beginners - Ballet
Always wanted to try ballet but feeling a bit apprehensive? Our Absolute Beginners Ballet Course is designed just for you. This welcoming course is perfect for adults of all fitness levels who are completely new to ballet or those looking to rebuild confidence from the very basics.
Our experienced and supportive ballet professionals will guide you step by step, helping you develop strength, posture, and grace in a relaxed and encouraging environment. No judgment, no pressure - just a fun and uplifting way to start your ballet journey. Join us and experience the joy of ballet, one small step at a time.
Build strength, gain confidence, and learn to move gracefully - no experience needed!
What you will learn
Whether you're stepping into the studio for the first time or returning after a break, this course will gently guide you through the essentials of classical ballet. You'll gain a solid foundation while discovering the joy of movement in a relaxed, encouraging environment.
- Learn fundamental ballet positions to build a strong technical foundation
- Understand basic ballet terminology to follow classes with confidenc
- Develop better posture, balance, and coordination through mindful movement
- Improve flexibility and strength with exercises suitable for all fitness levels
- Gain confidence in moving with musicality and self-expression
- Feel supported in a welcoming space where progress happens at your own pace
CLASSES STARTING SOON
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| 10 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Elaine Mc Adam | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 22 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | Fri | 18:00-19:30 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Aug 2025 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 1 day | David Murley | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 7 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 10 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Elaine Mc Adam | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 22 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | Fri | 18:00-19:30 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Aug 2025 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 1 day | David Murley | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 7 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 5 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 16 Oct 2025 - 6 Nov 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 2 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Nov 2025 - 16 Dec 2025 | Tue | 19:45-21:15 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 9 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026 | Fri | 18:15-19:45 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 1 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 1 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 29 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks (no class 5 Apr) | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 10 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Elaine Mc Adam | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 22 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | Fri | 18:00-19:30 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Aug 2025 | Mon | 10:00-16:30 | 1 day | David Murley | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 7 Sep 2025 - 28 Sep 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 5 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 16 Oct 2025 - 6 Nov 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 2 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:30-12:00 | 4 weeks | Lukas Poischbeg | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Nov 2025 - 16 Dec 2025 | Tue | 19:45-21:15 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 9 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026 | Fri | 18:15-19:45 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 1 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 1 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 29 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 | Sun | 09:30-11:00 | 4 weeks (no class 5 Apr) | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £80.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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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.
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