Find your place in dance

Earlier stages are preserved below as a programme reference. Current levels, prerequisites and availability are confirmed by the Academy.

Ages 4–7. Play-based foundations in posture, rhythm, musicality and confident group participation. Current class availability is confirmed by the Academy.

Ages 7–10. Formal ballet foundations develop alignment, barre and centre work, musicality and performance confidence. Placement is confirmed after an Academy trial.

Ages 10–12. Developing dancers build strength, stamina, artistry and pre-pointe readiness where appropriate. The Academy confirms technical readiness and placement.

Ages 12+. Advanced classical training supports pointe work, repertoire, performance preparation and safe progression. Entry and current level are confirmed by the Academy.

Ages 6–12. Expressive movement, musical phrasing, mobility and storytelling are developed alongside an appropriate ballet foundation. The Academy confirms the current pathway.

Ages 12+. Intermediate and advanced dancers explore floorwork, musical nuance and expressive performance alongside ballet training. Placement is assessed by the Academy.

Ages 7+. Singing, acting, movement and stagecraft build confident young storytellers. Ask the Academy about the current class and suitable supporting dance training.

Ages 6–12. Rhythm, foundational jazz technique, age-appropriate hip hop and joyful performance skills help dancers move with confidence.

Ages 12+. Commercial jazz, urban choreography and hip hop fusion develop musicality, control, stage presence and personal style. Placement is confirmed by the Academy.

Ages 5+. Age-appropriate strength, flexibility, body awareness and safe skill progression support dancers across styles. The Academy places each dancer at the suitable level.

Invitation and audition only. Advanced dancers receive focused classical coaching, repertoire, conditioning and performance preparation. Eligibility and current requirements are confirmed by the Academy.