Take your Ballet skills literally to the next level.
Our Ballet Classes - Pointe Beginners are an inclusive introduction to pointe work. This beginner course will focus mainly on warming up your feet through articulation and strengthening exercises on the floor and at the barre. Gradually advancing, under the guidance of your tutor to confidently move off the barre and into the centre. Assistance with shoe preparations and adjustments will be provided as and when needed.
Who is the course suitable for?
This course is for those with previous Ballet experience - Pointe shoes will only be worn when the tutor feels the students are strong enough.
For those new to Ballet or with little experience try our Beginners or Improvers Ballet courses before progressing onto our Pointe classes.
Ballet Classes - Pointe - Course Content
- Strengthen the muscles of your feet
- Improve ankle mobility
- Build core strength
- Work on balance for stability and security
- Gradually increase the amount of time spent on pointe
What to bring
Please purchase a pair of Pointe shoes, shoe ribbon and elastic before your first class.
HOW TO PREP YOUR POINTE SHOES
Pointe Shoes
Please purchase a pair of Pointe shoes, shoe ribbon and elastic before your first class.
With Pointe shoes we recommend having a professional Pointe shoe fitting - you can do this in London at one of the following stores:
With Pointe classes it is important to look after your feet; we recommend purchasing some of the following: animal wool, ouch pouches, toe pads and tape. Not sure what to buy? Speak to your shoe fitter.
Still unsure?
Read our guide to Pointe to help decide whether this class is for you. If not, try our Ballet Taster or Beginners class first!
ADVANCED BALLET COURSE - 3 MONTHS
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.
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| 7 Jun 2025 - 26 Jul 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 5 Jul 2025 - 23 Aug 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Aug 2025 - 20 Sep 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 30 Aug 2025 - 18 Oct 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Jun 2025 - 26 Jul 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Jul 2025 - 23 Aug 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Aug 2025 - 20 Sep 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 30 Aug 2025 - 18 Oct 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 27 Sep 2025 - 15 Nov 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Oct 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Nov 2025 - 24 Jan 2026 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks (no class 20 Dec & 27 Dec) | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
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 & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
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.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
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.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
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.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 7 Jun 2025 - 26 Jul 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Jul 2025 - 23 Aug 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Aug 2025 - 20 Sep 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 30 Aug 2025 - 18 Oct 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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| 27 Sep 2025 - 15 Nov 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Oct 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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 Nov 2025 - 24 Jan 2026 | Sat | 13:20-14:20 | 8 weeks (no class 20 Dec & 27 Dec) | David Murley | City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill | £120.00 | 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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Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
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 & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
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.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
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.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
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.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
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City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill
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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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