Burlesque Beginners Classes

Burlesque Beginners Classes

Learn the foundations of this sensual and empowering form of movement and performance through our Burlesque Dance Classes - Beginners. Led by a professional burlesque performer, this course will give you the skills to develop your physical presence and personal Burlesque persona, while increasing your confidence and bringing you to the forefront!

This course is open to those with no experience, as well anyone who wants to learn a new performance skill in a welcoming environment. Explore character, choreography and movement while learning how to express your unique qualities on sttage.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

A playful and empowering style of performance.

  • Build confidence moving with style, character and self-expression
  • Learn burlesque-inspired choreography in a supportive group setting
  • Develop posture, body awareness and performance presence
  • Explore a playful dance style that celebrates individuality and confidence
  • Improve coordination, musicality and movement control
  • Learn how to add personality, theatrical detail and flair to your dancing
  • Enjoy a fun, uplifting class suitable for beginners
  • Feel more comfortable expressing yourself through movement and performance

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
17 Sep 2026 - 29 Oct 2026
Thu
18:15-19:30
7 weeks
£120.00
20% OFF
04 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026
Sun
13:20-14:50
6 weeks
£150.00
06 Nov 2026 - 11 Dec 2026
Fri
19:30-21:00
6 weeks
£150.00
17
Sep
17 Sep 2026 - 29 Oct 2026
£120.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:15-19:30
Duration:7 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade
Venue: The Place
Offer:20% OFF
04
Oct
04 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026
£150.00
Day:Sun
Time:13:20-14:50
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade
06
Nov
06 Nov 2026 - 11 Dec 2026
£150.00
Day:Fri
Time:19:30-21:00
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade
Burlesque Foundations

Learn the core movement style of burlesque, exploring confidence, control and expressive performance.

Character and Flair

Develop character, attitude and theatrical detail to bring more personality into your dancing.

Choreography Practice

Learn burlesque-inspired routines step by step, building confidence with movement, rhythm and performance quality.

Posture and Body Awareness

Improve posture, placement and body awareness to support more confident, stylish movement.

Musicality and Expression

Connect movement with music, using timing, rhythm and expression to shape your performance.

Performance Confidence

Bring choreography, character and stage presence together in a supportive class that encourages confidence and individuality.

Hear from our students

Burlesque students Becca and Jenny talk to us about their love of Burlesque.

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Hear from our students

Want to learn more?

Build on the confidence and techniques you've learned in class. Continue with our Burlesque Performance course or explore other dance styles to develop your performance skills, express your creativity and grow in confidence as a performer.

What to wear to our dance classes

With lots of different styles of dance to choose from, we've put a handy guide together to help you know what to wear for each class.

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You can filter Courses by month and tutor

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
17 Sep 2026 - 29 Oct 2026
Thu
18:15-19:30
7 weeks
£120.00
20% OFF
04 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026
Sun
13:20-14:50
6 weeks
£150.00
06 Nov 2026 - 11 Dec 2026
Fri
19:30-21:00
6 weeks
£150.00
17
Sep
17 Sep 2026 - 29 Oct 2026
£120.00
Day:Thu
Time:18:15-19:30
Duration:7 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade
Venue: The Place
Offer:20% OFF
04
Oct
04 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026
£150.00
Day:Sun
Time:13:20-14:50
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade
06
Nov
06 Nov 2026 - 11 Dec 2026
£150.00
Day:Fri
Time:19:30-21:00
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Julie Jade

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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.

The Place
The Place
The Place
Step-free access Lift Toilet Parking
Closest Station: Euston
Closest Bus Stop: Upper Woburn Place / Euston Road
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden
Julie Jade
Julie Jade

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