Home›Dance classes›Ballet Classes›Advanced / Professional Ballet – 4 Week Advanced / Professional Ballet - 4 Week BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS For a limited time, we’re offering advanced dancers the opportunity to join our flagship 1 Year Professional Ballet Course for a focused 4-week block. This intensive programme allows you to train full-time alongside our year-long students in a highly immersive and supportive environment. It’s a rare opportunity to experience the rigour, depth, and daily discipline of professional training - without the full-year commitment. Whether you're preparing for auditions, returning to high-level training, or seeking to push your technique and artistry further, this course is designed to meet you at the highest standard. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Build professional-level ballet confidence. Experience the structure and intensity of City Academy’s full-time professional ballet training Build confidence, stamina and precision in a condensed four-week format Train alongside a committed cohort of pre-professional and professional dancers Develop greater technical clarity, stage presence and artistic confidence Receive personalised feedback and coaching tailored to your goals Prepare for auditions, professional opportunities or a return to high-level training Learn from leading ballet professionals with global industry experience Leave with improved technique, professional feedback, filmed material and clearer next steps Daily Classical Ballet Train through daily advanced-level ballet classes rooted in RAD, Cecchetti and Russian styles. Pointe and Men’s Virtuosity Develop pointe work or men’s virtuosity training as part of a focused professional-level programme. Repertoire and Solo Coaching Work on selected classical and contemporary variations, developing performance quality, musicality and precision. Contemporary Technique Explore Graham, Cunningham and Limón methods through focused contemporary technique, improvisation and phrase development. Pilates and Conditioning Improve strength, flexibility, posture and injury prevention through bespoke conditioning for ballet dancers. Audition and Career Preparation Take part in workshops covering audition technique, solo preparation, presentation and feedback from industry professionals. Course Tutors The course is led by experienced ballet professionals whose careers include The Royal Ballet, Scottish Ballet and Northern Ballet. Many have also taught at institutions including The Royal Ballet School, Central School of Ballet and international conservatoires, with work presented at the Royal Opera House, Bucharest Opera House and Paris Opera Ballet. Together, they bring expertise across classical ballet, character, choreography and professional performance. Aita Young MBE Anita Young MBE ARAD FISTD, former Royal Ballet soloist, is a renowned teacher and Cecchetti specialist who has taught worldwide. She received an MBE in 2018 for services to ballet and dance education. Tania Fairbairn Tania, former dancer with Scottish and Northern Ballet, is now an international ballet mistress. She’s also a choreographer with credits at the Royal Opera House and in major West End musicals. Conchita del Campo Conchita, a Pilates expert since 1972, danced with top UK companies and legends like Fonteyn and Nureyev. She taught at London Studio Centre for 29 years and trains teachers for Body Control Pilates. Denzil Bailey Denzil is an English National Ballet alumni with expertise in classical Ballet and Diverse Repertoire. He is also the founder of Ballet Black a renowned, British ballet company. Chris Wright Chris is dedicated to helping individual dancers reach their full potential. He holds over 35 years of experience as a dancer, performer and teacher. Estela Merlos Estela teaches a highly physical Release-Based class. Her interest lies in creating a space to enhance our kinaesthetic sensory awareness. Nuria Garcia Nuria, City Academy's Artistic Director of Dance, is a regular guest teacher at prestigious schools all over the world. Specialising in Flamenco choreography and improvisation, Nuria trained in Spain under some of the most revered teachers including Antonio Canales, La Tati and Adrian Galia. Owen Morris Owen is a specialist Pilates and Progressive Ballet Technique Teacher working across Junior, Senior and Advanced Levels. Jose Agudo World-renowned choreographer and performer José Agudo blends Flamenco, Kathak, and contemporary dance. A key creative for Akram Khan Company, his work has toured globally and earned this visionary performer international acclaim. USEFUL INFORMATION Who is this course suitable for? The course is designed for advanced and pre-professional dancers aged 18 and over. You should have an Intermediate+ level of classical ballet training and be confident in technique and (if female) pointe work. Is accommodation included? Accommodation is not provided, but we can recommend affordable options near our studios in Central London. Can international students apply? Absolutely. We welcome dancers from around the world. If you need a visa to study in the UK, please ensure you check the requirements for short-term study. How intensive is the schedule? This is a full-time course, running Monday to Friday, with multiple classes each day. It’s designed to replicate the structure and discipline of professional company life. Is this course part of the one-year programme? Yes. You’ll be training alongside dancers enrolled in the full-year Professional Ballet Course, giving you access to the same expert tutors and curriculum during your 4-week stay. What happens after the course ends? You’ll leave with improved technique, professional feedback, filmed material, and clearer direction for your next steps. Some dancers continue on to other programmes, auditions, or return to professional work. Other course options Advanced / Professional Ballet – 3 Months Advanced / Professional Ballet Course – 6 Months Advanced / Professional Ballet Course – 1 Year Course Enquiry Register Your Interest We’ll contact you when new class dates become available. First Name * Last Name * Email Address * Phone Number * Register Your Interest Payments options Cancellations Policy Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked. Weekly courses and one-day workshopsCancel 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 moreCancel 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. View terms and conditions Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off* Copy code to clipboard Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off* Copy code to clipboard *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. 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