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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

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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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.

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