Focus classes

Each of these classes focuses on one or two specific elements of classical ballet technique.

Focus topics include alignment, épaulement, port de bras, pirouettes, allegro, pointe work and more. Our teachers will carefully guide students in exercises to help them understand each element and execute them with accuracy and flair.

Each class has a recommended age band and reflects the level of training given to students of that age group at The Royal Ballet School. This is a guide only, and students may take any class they feel is suitable for their level, provided they meet the minimum age recommendation. Please check the ‘Who can participate’ guidance under each class and check with your dance teacher if you’re not sure.

Weight transfer and pelvic alignment
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Adult
A focus class exploring transference of weight and correct pelvic placement for adult dancers.
Floor pressure and articulation of the feet
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Adult
A focus class on improving the use of floor pressure and foot articulation to gain greater stability, control and precision.
Ballet essentials
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 11+
A focus class designed for dancers aged 11+ to reset the mind and body with a back-to-basics approach to posture, balance and coordination.
Confident consistent pirouettes
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 14+
A class exploring preparations, pathways and positions to achieve consistent pirouettes.
Improve movement quality with the Franklin Method®
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 16+
A focus class designed to help students understand how the hip joint works and how to use it, using the Franklin Method®.
Improve your pirouettes
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 16+
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes.
Discover épaulement
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 16+
A focus class exploring the use of upper body opposition or épaulement to maintain good posture, correct weight placement and alignment.
Improve your retiré position
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 12+
A focus class designed to help you improve your pirouettes through working on stability and balance in retiré and á la seconde positions.
Focus class: developing artistry with former Artistic Director, Christopher Powney for 16+
£12.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 16+
A focus class designed for dancers aged 16+ to explore and develop their artistry in classical ballet. This class also includes an illuminating talk with Mr Christopher Powney.
Focus class: developing artistry with former Artistic Director, Christopher Powney for 14+
£12.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 14+
A focus class designed for dancers aged 14+ to explore and develop their artistry in classical ballet. This class also includes an illuminating talk with Mr Christopher Powney.
Focus class: developing artistry with former Artistic Director, Christopher Powney for 11+
£12.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 11+
A focus class designed for dancers aged 11+ to explore and develop their artistry in classical ballet. This class also includes an illuminating talk with Mr Christopher Powney.
Focus class: Port de Bras
£10.00
- 1 Class
- Suitable for 11+
A class with a focus on Port de Bras, exploring how posture, weight placement, breathing techniques and eye focus improve artistry, coordination, and confidence in technique.