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Ballet Taster Classes

Ballet Taster Classes

Ballet is a beautiful and highly technical dance form. It’s also a fun, rewarding way to keep fit, improve posture, and build flexibility. At City Academy, you can experience ballet in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for complete beginners.

If you’ve always wanted to try ballet, our Ballet Taster Classes are a great starting point. In just one session, you’ll explore the basics of ballet and discover the joy of movement. Alternatively, join us for a full course in Absolute Beginners Ballet or Beginners Ballet, where you’ll build your skills week by week in a structured and encouraging environment.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE:

Discover the grace, strength, and joy of ballet.

  • Try ballet in a friendly, relaxed and beginner-friendly setting
  • Learn the basic posture and movement principles of ballet
  • Improve coordination, body awareness and musicality
  • Experience simple barre work, stretches and steps to music
  • Leave feeling more comfortable, encouraged and inspired to keep moving
  • Enjoy a gentle introduction before joining a full course

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
27 Sep 2026
Sun
11:20-12:20
60 mins
£15.00
07 Oct 2026
Wed
19:55-21:10
75 mins
£15.00
16 Nov 2026
Mon
18:05-19:20
75 mins
£15.00
16 Nov 2026
Mon
19:30-20:45
75 mins
£15.00
04 Jan 2027
Mon
18:05-19:20
75 mins
£15.00
27
Sep
27 Sep 2026
£15.00
Day:Sun
Time:11:20-12:20
Duration:60 mins
Tutor: Rowan Hicks
07
Oct
07 Oct 2026
£15.00
Day:Wed
Time:19:55-21:10
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Kirill Burlov
16
Nov
16 Nov 2026
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:05-19:20
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Sophie Ford
16
Nov
16 Nov 2026
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:19:30-20:45
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Sophie Ford
04
Jan
04 Jan 2027
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:05-19:20
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Dance Tutors

Useful Information

What is a Ballet Taster Class?
A Ballet Taster Class is a one-off, beginner-friendly session designed to give you a first-hand introduction to ballet in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.
What are the benefits of taking a taster before joining a course?
A taster lets you experience the teaching style, pace, and class environment before committing to a full course. It builds confidence, helps you understand the basics, and ensures ballet is the right fit for you.
Do I need any experience or special clothing?
No previous experience is necessary. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in, and soft ballet shoes or socks will work perfectly for your first class.
What comes next?
After your taster, you can join our Beginners Ballet Course to continue your learning journey. This structured programme will help you develop your technique, strength, and musicality over several weeks, giving you the confidence to progress further in ballet.

Want to learn more?

Build on your Ballet taster by continuing with one of the courses below, where you'll develop your technique, strength and confidence.

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
27 Sep 2026
Sun
11:20-12:20
60 mins
£15.00
07 Oct 2026
Wed
19:55-21:10
75 mins
£15.00
16 Nov 2026
Mon
18:05-19:20
75 mins
£15.00
16 Nov 2026
Mon
19:30-20:45
75 mins
£15.00
04 Jan 2027
Mon
18:05-19:20
75 mins
£15.00
17 Dec 2027
Fri
18:15-19:45
90 mins
£20.00
27
Sep
27 Sep 2026
£15.00
Day:Sun
Time:11:20-12:20
Duration:60 mins
Tutor: Rowan Hicks
07
Oct
07 Oct 2026
£15.00
Day:Wed
Time:19:55-21:10
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Kirill Burlov
16
Nov
16 Nov 2026
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:05-19:20
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Sophie Ford
16
Nov
16 Nov 2026
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:19:30-20:45
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Sophie Ford
04
Jan
04 Jan 2027
£15.00
Day:Mon
Time:18:05-19:20
Duration:75 mins
Tutor: Dance Tutors
17
Dec
17 Dec 2027
£20.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:15-19:45
Duration:90 mins
Tutor: Kirill Burlov

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off*

Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off*

*Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden
Sadler’s Wells, EC1
Sadler’s Wells, EC1
Sadler’s Wells, EC1
Step-free access Lift Toilet
Closest Station: Angel Station
Closest Bus Stop: Sadler's Wells Theatre
Rowan Hicks
Rowan Hicks
Kirill Burlov
Kirill Burlov
Sophie Ford
Sophie Ford
Dance Tutors
Dance Tutors

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