Advanced / Professional Ballet Course

Our Advanced / Professional Ballet Options

Discover the path to professional ballet training with City Academy. Our Professional Ballet Course is designed for dedicated dancers who are ready to take the next step in their classical journey. Based in the heart of London, this intensive programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your technique, artistry, and performance skills under the guidance of leading industry professionals.

Choose the commitment that best suits your goals and schedule:

1 Year: Our most comprehensive training, ideal for dancers aiming to enter the professional world or refine their craft at an advanced level.
6 Months: A focused programme for those looking to make significant progress in a shorter time frame.
3 Months: An intensive foundation to sharpen your technique and immerse yourself in high-level ballet training.

Whether you're preparing for auditions, seeking a stepping stone to further study, or pursuing a lifelong passion, our Professional Ballet Course provides the expert training and individual attention you need to achieve your ambitions.

Entry Requirements:

Audition-based entry for intermediate to advanced dancers.

Class Size:

Small groups for individual attention and personalised coaching.

Performance Opportunities:

Showcase your progress through internal assessments and end-of-course presentations.

Course options

The course is available in three formats: 30 weeks (full academic year), 20 weeks (6 months), or 10 weeks (3 months). All versions offer intensive training that is designed to complement personal schedules while providing deep immersion in both technique and artistry. Sessions typically run Monday - Friday with regular check-ins, feedback, and evaluations to track your progress. You can choose the course length that suits your current goals, availability, and experience level.

Useful information

The course is open to dancers aged 18+ who have intermediate to advanced ballet experience. Entry is through a successful audition.

You can choose from a 1-year, 6-month, or 3-month training programme. All options offer intensive, high-quality ballet training, with the 1-year course providing the most comprehensive development opportunity.

Students enrolling in the 6-month and 3-month options generally do not require a specialist student visa. However, visa requirements vary depending on your nationality, so we strongly recommend checking with your local embassy or immigration office before applying.

All classes take place at professional studios in Central London, easily accessible by public transport.

Yes. Students will have the opportunity to perform in an internal showcase or assessment at the end of their training, depending on the course length.

A ballet uniform (leotard, tights, ballet shoes) is required. Detailed uniform guidelines will be provided upon enrolment.

Yes. This course is designed to prepare dancers for auditions, professional contracts, further conservatoire training, or simply to bring their ballet skills to a professional level.

Applicants should have completed formal ballet training or hold equivalent experience at an intermediate or advanced level. Entry to the course is by audition, where we assess your technical ability, artistic potential, and commitment to developing a professional career in dance. You can choose to audition in person or by submitting a video audition. Full details, available dates, and the audition submission link can be found on the individual course pages. Please ensure you follow the instructions carefully when preparing your application.

COURSE FACULTY

The course is led by a distinguished team of ballet professionals, each bringing decades of experience as both performers and educators. With careers spanning major companies such as The Royal Ballet, Scottish Ballet, and Northern Ballet, our faculty have performed on world-renowned stages and now train the next generation of dancers.

Many have taught at leading institutions including The Royal Ballet School, Central School of Ballet, and international conservatoires. Their expertise spans classical ballet, character dance, choreography, and professional performance, with teaching and choreographic work presented at venues such as the Royal Opera House, Bucharest Opera House, and Paris Opera Ballet. With extensive experience in both traditional and contemporary repertoire—as well as musicals, film, and television—our tutors offer a rich, diverse training environment rooted in professional excellence.

Designed for professionals