Junior Associate Programme insight bundle
A series of insight classes designed for students aged 7-10 and their families who are interested in applying for the Junior Associate programme.
£32.00
- 4 Classes
- Suitable for 7+
This curated series introduces dancers aged 7–10 to key aspects of The Royal Ballet School’s Junior Associate programme. It includes three insight classes focusing on audition preparation, developing artistry and exploring creativity, as well as a conversation with current Junior Associate teachers and students.
The classes in this bundle can also be purchased separately:
Audition insight class for Junior Associates
Junior Associate insight class: exploring creativity through movement
Junior Associate insight class: developing artistry and musicality
The In Conversation class is free and exclusively available as part of this bundle.
What you will learn
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Gain insight into the Junior Associate programme experience
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Understand the audition process and expectations
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Refine ballet technique and artistry
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Explore creativity and musicality.
Your Tutors
Natalie Krapf
Associate Teacher
Natalie is a Junior Associate Teacher and ATAP Tutor for The Royal Ballet School, Dance Artist for English National Ballet, Guest Teacher for Central School of Ballet and private ballet coach. She formerly taught for The Royal Ballet School’s Primary Steps programme and the Royal Opera House’s Chance to Dance program. Natalie was born in the United States, where she studied the Vaganova Technique under Beatrix Aldana de la Roche du Ronzet and danced with the Orlando City Ballet. Natalie holds a Diploma in Ballet Education from The Royal Ballet School, a Professional Graduate Certificate in Dance Teaching from The Royal Academy of Dance, and a Licentiate in Russian Ballet Teaching from the ARBTA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
This class is recommended for students aged 7+ and reflects the training given to students aged 7-10 as part of The Royal Ballet School’s Junior Associate Programme. The class is not suitable for beginner students or students under 7 years old.
For this class, we recommend that:
- Students are studying a syllabus delivered by a recognised classical dance awarding body
- Students have a good knowledge and understanding of ballet vocabulary.
What do I need to participate?
These classes are designed so that they can be executed in a smaller space than a ballet studio. We ask that students/parents ensure that:
- The student meets the technical standards required for the class
- Any apparatus used for a barre is stable and safe
- The floor is not slippery, uneven or hazardous
- The area used for dancing is cleared of any items which could hinder the student’s ability to fully extend their arms and legs. There should be enough space for reasonable movement. If a student cannot fully execute an exercise, they should either adapt appropriately or not participate
- The student is able to clearly hear the teacher’s verbal instruction, see the teacher’s practical delivery and hear the music
- The student is appropriately dressed to safely execute a dance class. Soft ballet shoes should be worn for ballet, not pointe shoes. Bare feet, socks or suitable shoes should be worn for contemporary and Pilates
- The student’s hair is suitably tied back
- The student is fit and well in order to take part.
