Our Elementary/Intermediate Ballet Classes are suitable for those who have completed our Ballet Improvers course or equivalent elsewhere, and have a solid classical technique. Your ballet technique will be taken to the next level by finding space in the body to let go of tension and fully enjoy the experience of dancing gracefully.
Time at the barre will be spent examining the dynamic and technique of the exercises in preparation for the remainder of the class. Centre practice will focus on stationary, turning and travelling exercises moving on to jumps, beats and grande allegro combinations. Throughout each ballet class you will concentrate on personal expression and develop the ability to dance alone and in unison.
This is our most advanced ballet course and is suitable for those with solid classical technique. This course will add classical elements as adagio, petit allegro, pirouettes, grand allegro, and advanced port de bras and epaulement.
You will strengthen your classical ballet technique, learn more complex sequences and steps, and gain confidence to dance in smaller groups with the opportunity for solos.
Exact course content may differ depending on the duration of the course, your individual needs and those of the group collectively. However, topics covered will generally include:
We recommend bringing a hair tie to keep long hair back, layered clothing and soft ballet shoes. Friendly feedback and support will be given throughout the course.
For more intense training, you can audition for our Advanced Ballet Course - 3 months.
This course is aimed at perfecting your ballet skills and elevating your career. Ballet industry veterans will teach you to master this art form with expert guidance and insight.
Why not brush up on the History of Ballet to deepen your understanding of the dance!
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16 Jan 2025 - 6 Mar 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Feb 2025 - 3 Apr 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Mar 2025 - 1 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 Apr 2025 - 29 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
City Academy ballet tutor, Georgia Heighway, writes about why taking up ballet in your spare time could just be the best thing you ever do. Ballet has a great number of physical, mental and social benefits.
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16 Jan 2025 - 6 Mar 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Feb 2025 - 3 Apr 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Mar 2025 - 1 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 Apr 2025 - 29 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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5 Jun 2025 - 24 Jul 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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16 Jan 2025 - 6 Mar 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Feb 2025 - 3 Apr 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Mar 2025 - 1 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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10 Apr 2025 - 29 May 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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5 Jun 2025 - 24 Jul 2025 | Thu | 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | David Murley | ISTD2, EC1 | £160.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
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 - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
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 tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course 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.
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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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