A bespoke series of videos and accompanying tasks, featuring Royal Ballet School students in the studio and on stage, to inspire your students and develop their creativity and independent thinking skills.
This video package includes coaching by The Frederick Ashton Foundation répétiteurs and performances of the set repertoire variations from Les Rendezvous (Level 4), Les Patineurs (Level 5) and The Dream (Level 6) for the standard strand. View music here Password: AFMUSIC
A contemporary class using transference of weight, momentum and breath to fuel movement.
This video package includes examples of Levels 4-6 creative practice assessment submissions.
This video package gives insight into how to structure Level 3 students’ learning to enable them to plan, develop and perform their own choreographed solo.
This video package provides information on body conditioning exercises and the development of body awareness to support the study of classical ballet vocabulary for Levels 1-3. In particular, exercises that support the development of the foundations of ballet technique are provided. Music performed and produced by Andrew Holdsworth (reimaginedforballet.com)
This series is for dancers aged 14-15 years old to complement their dance training and guide them to develop and refine their dancing. The series includes two ballet classes, each focusing on key aspects of ballet technique; as well as a focus class specifically working on pirouette technique. The series also includes a contemporary class which explores transference of weight and using momentum and breath to fuel movement, and a Pilates class to strengthen and condition the body for ballet.
Recommended ages 9-11
Recommended ages 9-11
Recommended ages 7-9
Recommended ages 7-9
Recommended ages 7-9
A series of classes for 11-13-year-olds to develop their dancing, refine their classical ballet technique and explore character work.
This video package provides information on the foundation skills that underpin classical ballet vocabulary. Each video outlines the requirements for achieving accuracy in each foundation element.
This package provides information on body conditioning exercises and the development of body awareness to support the study of classical ballet vocabulary for Levels 4-6 focusing on foot strengthening in preparation for pointe work.
This video package includes examples of Level 6 creative practice assessment submissions which are en pointe.
This package details all the elements of ballet vocabulary for Levels 4-6 Enhanced of the Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme. Within each video you will see examples of relevant vocabulary along with descriptions of how students should approach the execution of each step.
This video package includes coaching by The Frederick Ashton Foundation répétiteurs and performances of the set repertoire variations for Les Rendezvous (Level 4), Les Patineurs (Level 5) and The Dream (Level 6) for the enhanced strand. View music here Password: AFMUSIC
This package outlines how to prepare students for pointe work including shoe preparation and initial training exercises.
This package details all the elements of pointe vocabulary for Levels 4-6 Enhanced of the Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme. Within each video you will see examples of relevant vocabulary along with descriptions of how students should approach the execution of each step.
Get back to the studio with the Studio Ready Bundle—an expertly curated collection of three classes designed for dancers aged 11+.
This video package details all the elements of ballet vocabulary for Levels 1-3, demonstrating how each movement progresses through the levels. Within each video you will see examples of relevant vocabulary along with descriptions of how students should approach the execution of each step. Music performed and produced by Andrew Holdsworth (reimaginedforballet.com)
This package details all the elements of ballet vocabulary for Levels 4-6 of the Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme. Within each video you will see examples of relevant vocabulary along with descriptions of how students should approach the execution of each step.
Recommended ages 9-11
Get back to the studio with the Studio Ready Bundle—an expertly curated collection of three classes designed for dancers aged 11+.
This package details all the elements of virtuoso vocabulary for Levels 4-6 Enhanced of the Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme. Within each video you will see examples of relevant vocabulary along with descriptions of how students should approach the execution of each step.
Get back to the studio with the Studio Ready Bundle—an expertly curated collection of three classes designed for dancers aged 11+.
Experience release and rebound in movement in this contemporary dance class that focuses on working in parallel, the use of breath, and strength, coordination and musicality. Students will practice foot, ankle and turnout exercises to develop strength and stability and improve balance.
A contemporary dance class for senior students exploring key aspects of movement including working in parallel, release and rebound, suspension, musicality and moving with power and ease. Students will practice exercises to gain fluidity in the spine and strength in the upper and lower body. Exercises will guide students to move beyond their centre using […]
Port de bras and coordinating movement using the upper body is a key aspect of classical ballet technique. In this class, students will practice exercises at the barre and in the centre to develop and refine this movement coordination. Exercises will be given to study the pirouette head action, working towards multiple turns and improved […]
Achieving coordination of the arms and legs in all movements is a fundamental principal of ballet technique. This focus class guides students through a series of barre and centre exercises to develop and refine this coordination.
These short classes will give particular focus to one or two elements of technique such as port de bras, alignment, épaulement, pirouettes and more.
This class starts with a warm up for the whole body before focusing on foundation exercises for the alignment and posture required for pirouettes. Students will practice foot, ankle and turnout exercises to develop strength and stability and improve balance. The class also includes exercises for pirouette head action and securing clean support through the […]
A focus class designed to help you improve your pirouettes through working on stability and balance in retiré and á la seconde positions.
An Insight class for 8 to 10-year-olds interested in joining the Junior Associate programme.
Artistic interpretation and expression are an important part of dance training. In this focus class, Artistic Director & CEO, Christopher Powney will help you explore your artistry in classical ballet.
Artistic interpretation and expression are an important part of dance training. In this focus class, Artistic Director & CEO, Mr Christopher Powney will help you explore your artistry in classical ballet. This class includes a talk with Mr Powney, answering questions from prospective students and giving insights into life at the School.
Artistic interpretation and expression are an important part of dance training. In this focus class, Artistic Director & CEO, Christopher Powney will help you explore your artistry in classical ballet.
An Insight class for 7 to 9-year-olds who are considering joining the Junior Associate programme.
A class for 10-11-year-olds (Junior Associate level) to practice exercises to improve their arabesque position.
An insight class designed for 14-15-year-olds interested in auditioning for White Lodge or the Senior Associate Programme.
An insight class designed for 12-13-year-olds interested in auditioning for White Lodge or the Mid Associate Programme.
An insight class designed for 11-year-olds interested in auditioning for White Lodge or the Mid Associate Programme.
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
A focus class exploring the use of upper body opposition or épaulement to maintain good posture, correct weight placement and alignment.
A ballet class designed to provide helpful tips for improving coordination, weight transfer, posture and the use of breath.
A ballet class with a focus on exploring the use of turnout, coordination, breath and fluidity.
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
A class exploring preparations, pathways and positions to achieve consistent pirouettes.
An insight class designed for 16-18-year-olds interested in auditioning for Upper School or the Advanced Associate Programme.
A focus class on achieving consistency of form, coordination and control with pirouettes
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.
Understanding the elements of arabesque and improving the arabesque line.
A class with a focus on using floor pressure and resistance and developing strength and articulation in footwork.
A ballet class with a focus on correct placement and alignment, coordination of the arms and legs and presentation.
A ballet class to develop correct weight placement, using pressure through the floor and bringing dynamics and musicality to movements.
How spotting, preparation, correct placement, and balance combine for a good pirouette technique.
Achieving improved posture, alignment and weight placement.
Understanding how to use foot articulation and to coordinate the movement of the arms and legs.
This character class guides students through elements of character dances derived from Polish court and folk dances.
Developing awareness of placement through postural alignment.
Before studying pointe work, it is important to understand how to prepare and wear pointe shoes and to stand on pointe correctly. The class will provide students with this information before studying some foundation pointe exercises.
This class will provide specific exercises to help students learn the importance of accurate placement in order to transfer the weight through movement with confidence. The exercises have been specifically crafted for this class and are not gender-specific.
Developing confidence through body awareness and dynamics.
A ballet class with a focus on correct placement and alignment, coordination of the arms and legs and presentation.
A ballet class with a focus on correct placement and alignment, coordination of the arms and legs and presentation.
Experience a ballet technique masterclass, taught by The Royal Ballet School Artistic team and live streamed from our White Lodge studios.
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.
A full class in which students will work on their relationship with the floor to improve skill in adage, turning and jumping.
A focus class on two-to-two petit allegro work and the use of plié, vertical alignment and achieving accuracy.
A class focused on understanding elements of technique needed for petit allegro, working on posture, alignment and floor pressure to improve small jumps
A ballet class with a focus on correct placement and alignment, coordination of the arms and legs and presentation.
A ballet class with a focus on correct placement and alignment, coordination of the arms and legs and presentation.
In this class, students will be guided through exercises focussed on developing and improving posture and the use of arm and leg extensions. The class includes barrework, centre practice, adage, turning and allegro exercises.
In this class, students will gain a greater understanding of how the correct pelvic alignment and effective use of rotation from the back of the legs aids the pathway to retiré. Students will also practice exercises to achieve the correct posture and weight placement for balance in turns and jumps. The class includes barrework, centre […]
A full Pilates class for younger students featuring exercises to support and enhance classical ballet performance, including posture, control and turnout.
In this class, students will practice exercises to improve connection of the deep abdominals, stability of the pelvis and turn out. Students will work to strengthen obliques, adductors and glutes and their feet. They will also gain understanding of the thoracic extension.
A full Pilates class featuring stretching and strengthening exercises to support and enhance classical ballet performance, including posture, alignment and balance.
A full Pilates class featuring exercises for core, hips, back and feet to strengthen and stretch the body to support and enhance classical ballet performance.
In this class, students will practice challenging exercises to isolate different muscle groups and to work on improving turnout. The exercises will work deep core, glutes, adductors and posterior chain muscles. Students will repeat more challenging exercises to develop greater strength.
With this talk, students will gain an understanding of how improvements in strength can assist with ballet training, by reducing injury risk, enabling students to execute more physically demanding actions and increase mobility on stage. Our expert addresses some common training myths and offers some feedback and opinions from our own dancers.
Wellbeing comprises good physical health, mental health, and social health, and contributes to effective performance. Our expert will talk about the wellbeing ‘continuum,’ which ranges from illness/injury at one end to a state of positive wellbeing and flourishing at the other. Students will learn about effective psychological skills to help manage emotions and thoughts, build […]
The talk will give you an understanding of how to support yourself to be a strong healthy dancer through making good food choices. It will teach you the importance of how to incorporate the major food groups and why these are important.
Some of our much-loved and respected dance teachers and pianists, from both White Lodge and Upper School, answer your questions and give an insight into their world. Ballet teachers Belinda Hatley, Daria Klimentova, Zhan Atymtayev and Ricardo Cervera discuss the qualities they value most in a dancer, the importance of artistry and their own experiences […]
In this illuminating talk, Mr Christopher Powney, Artistic Director of the Royal Ballet School, answers questions from prospective students and gives a valuable insight into life at the School.
In this illuminating talk, Mr Christopher Powney, Artistic Director of the Royal Ballet School, answers questions from prospective students and gives a valuable insight into life at the School.
The Summer Intensive course for 10-12-year-olds is an exciting, well-rounded programme which gives young dancers opportunities to strengthen and refine their ballet technique, expand their knowledge of the ballet world and understand more about how they can support their own dance development.
The Summer Intensive course for 13-15-year-olds is a comprehensive programme for young dancers to develop and refine ballet technique and strengthen and condition the body. Students will expand their understanding of the ballet world and how they can support their own dance development.
The online Summer Intensive course for 16-19-year-olds has been carefully designed for more senior students to further develop and refine ballet technique, strengthen and condition the body and expand their knowledge of the ballet world. Students will gain a deeper understanding of how they can support their own dance development.
