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London Ballet Classes help adults access the benefits of dance and movement, no matter their age or experience.

We are passionate about making ballet more accessible, inclusive and fun! We provide dance lessons and workshops for everyone, from complete beginners through to advanced. Since our launch in 2018, we have introduced thousands of adults to ballet for the first time, and a whopping 92% of first timers choose to return - so you are in very good hands. If you have always wanted to learn but have never had the chance, or are keen to get back into the swing of things, it really is never too late :)

We aim to transform your experience of ballet, maximising your fun and your progression. As well as enhancing your technique and skill, all of our classes and workshops are designed to develop your artistry, musicality and individual style. We believe ballet is to be loved and enjoyed, not just mastered. This is our philosophy and something that underpins all we do. Dancers are born at the important intersection between challenge and passion, and our classes are the perfect combination of both! Drop-in adult classes that really nurture and support you in the same way as children’s classes or pre-professional training programmes are rare; but it is our mission to change that. Our Sunday classes are specifically focused on introducing adults to professional repertoire taken from the most iconic classical ballets, instilling a deep appreciation for ballet as an art form, not just a sport! We work on one variation for several weeks, with an optional 'Solo or Performance Week' at the end. This provides students with the time and support to better understand and execute movements, expressively and effectively and work towards performances. Repertoire focused lessons enable Intermediate and Advanced students to challenge themselves but it is an equally fantastic opportunity for beginners too! Our Beginner classes teach simplified versions of classical choreography, which is a great way to develop a strong and meaningful foundation for your future ballet practice. This approach establishes a strong understanding of ballet terminology as well as better coordination and muscle memory. But most importantly; musicality, stage presence and performance quality are integrated into our teaching model from the beginning; staying true to dance as a beautiful instrument of storytelling and connection. We complement our Sunday repertoire lessons with general drop-in lessons focused on form and technique - in the studio and online. Depending on the level, this will either help Beginners establish a solid foundation for their ballet practice or help intermediate students work on steps and sequences which will aid in the execution of challenging choreography or variations over time. Our studio drop-in classes take place on Wednesdays and have a focal area every month, targeting specific areas; ranging from turnout, extensions, jumps, turns, flexibility and coordination. We know many of our students have worked up to an Intermediate level as adults or are returning to ballet after a long break; so we want to ensure that your ballet journey is sustainable. Our technique classes break down and help you understand how to execute movements functionally, effectively and in such a way that you minimise risk and injury. Our classes centre on giving individual corrections, feedback and support to maximise individual progression and support students in transitioning to the next level. In addition to our classes, we also deliver an annual series of workshops and events alongside virtual and in person intensives. We regularly partner with high profile dance professionals from ballet companies as our guest teachers and artists. Whatever you are looking for we have something for you! All of our work is centred around championing diversity, inclusivity and joy. We are building a supportive and encouraging community, and our classes always feel like a big family get together. They are full of us clapping for one another, cheering each other on and celebrating our wins. We know it might feel intimidating to join your first class, but we promise you won't regret it! Don't miss out on all the fun we are having - come and join us :)

15/11/2025

Our Winter Term ❄️ kicks off in the New Year! Swipe to browse our schedule for all of our in person weekly classes for Jan - Mar 2026 + check out our Variations schedule on the final slide 👀

If you would like to enrol for the full term of a chosen class, you automatically qualify for a 10% discount! 😊 This term our courses are running for 12 weeks, and cost £162 for the full term! A reminder that if you purchase a term pack, but are unable to make all the dates, you can opt to reallocate up to two class credits to another class within the same term! Simply notify us with more than 72 hours notice and we will do this for you 🙌🏾

Course and drop-in bookings are now open via our website! To enrol for the term, simply go to the booking page (link in bio), and select the ‘Packages’ tab above the class calendar and scroll down. You will see our Monthly memberships (these are recurring monthly payments in exchange for class credits). This is the most economical option if you plan to mix and match classes and attend multiple classes per week. And if you scroll further down, you will see the ‘Courses’ section. Here you will find all the class packs listed for our new term! Select and sign up for your chosen course and our booking platform will auto enrol you for every class of the term :).You’ll receive an email with key info and then all you have to do is show up and take class 🎉

And stay tuned for details of some upcoming workshops next term! ❤️

P.S. Check out the highlight on our main Instagram feed with further information about how to book on our website, or drop us a DM if you are having any issues :). If you need help deciding how to progress in your ballet journey, or are new to LBC and want some advice on choosing the right level for you, message us for a speedy reply 🥳

And lastly … LBC will be closed for Christmas break from Friday 12 December. We re-open on Sunday 4 January 2026 with a special variation from Paquita! If you hold a monthly membership, your renewal dates will be extended accordingly. Thanks so much for dancing with us - we are grateful 🥹

14/11/2025

🎉 Follow Along Friday 🎉

Today’s feature is a peak behind the scenes at our Improver level ballet class with - thank you to our students for demonstrating this exercise so well!

Also - a reminder that our new term of Improver Ballet classes starts Tuesday 6 January! 12-weeks for £162 (link in our bio to book your course pack). Contact us if you want to know more about the level :)

✨FRAPPÉ TIPS✨
Quick, sharp, and a little tricky – frappés are all about clarity, control, and precision. They train rhythm and speed which is especially important as you progress to Intermediate and beyond! Whether you’re new to them or refining your technique, here are some ways to approach frappés at the barre:

⚡️ Start from stillness – Before each strike, pause. Feel the connection of your foot to your supporting leg and your energy coiled and ready to release! An accurate foot position also enhances engagement of your turnout muscles!

🌬 Exhale on the strike – Use your breath to energise the movement. A quick, intentional exhale can help coordinate the sharpness of the working foot with the stillness of the standing leg.

🦶 Brush, don’t kick – Think of brushing the floor like a lightning strike. Keep it clean and deliberate. Yes - you should move with power, but not so much that you distort your alignment or twist in the pelvis.

🧱 Standing leg = your foundation – as with everything, don’t forget the supporting side! Stay lifted and grounded through the standing hip and inner thigh to avoid collapsing or rocking.

🎵 Match the music – Frappés are rhythmical! Use the beat to find consistency and snappiness - as our students are training and demonstrating so well here, this is not about an even movement, the emphasis is on the outward strike and hold - we return fast so we sharply strike back out! This is what trains us for the speed of allegro later (and helps with batterie work)

💡 Avoid moving from the hips or upper thighs

Let us know what you’d like to see in our next Follow Along Friday video :)

13/11/2025

Chiara performing a petit allegro beautifully in our Thursday Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Technique class with 🥰

These glorious large studios are some of our fave in London! A reminder that our Thursday technique classes complement our Variation of the Month! So we will use some of the lesson this week to work on tricky components from Dewdrop :)

Book via the link in our bio!

10/11/2025

Throwback to a challenging exercise in our Monday Pointe class.

Taught by

07/11/2025

Meet the Teacher! (Edit and Script by .yau

Meet Vivian! They bring so much warmth, creativity and care to our teaching team. They have a real gift for making ballet accessible — blending clear technique with fun, innovative exercises that make every class feel inspiring and inclusive. If you’ve taken class with Vivian you know energy is motivating, their approach thoughtful, and they have an incredible way of helping every single person feel seen, supported and confident from the very first plié 💕

Join Vivian in…

💃 Absolute Beginners Ballet — Tuesdays, 8:00–9:15pm @ WAC Arts, Belsize Park
A welcoming, uplifting class for those completely new to ballet. Learn the essentials of posture, turnout, balance and coordination through creative, encouraging guidance that helps you build strong foundations and find joy in movement.

P.S Our new term of Absolute Beginners classes kicks off Tuesday 6 January - and is already bookable!

🌟 Coming soon! From next term, Vivian will also be teaching our Beginner+ Pointe class on Wednesdays, and we are planning some special Contemporary Ballet workshops — perfect for exploring expression, musicality and flow. Stay tuned! 👀

You may also catch Vivian covering for other classes in our weekly schedule and hosting occasional Advanced Ballet classes for our community too! Details to follow!

— we’re so glad to have you on the LBC team! ✨

26/10/2025

Hi everyone ❤️👋🏽

Gentle reminder that we are on half-term break from Monday 28 Oct - Sunday 2 Nov. All our classes resume Monday 3 Nov as usual :)

📸 featuring the lovely KC and Andira in Improvers class with - working on our turn sequences from the corner 💪🏽

Join our Improvers Ballet class on Tuesdays at 6.30pm

21/10/2025

Throwback to Intermediate Pointe class with ❤️

Featuring Beth, Priscillia, Xenia and Jill at the barre ❤️

20/10/2025

⭐️ Announcing our November Variation of the Month (and last variation of 2025) — Dewdrop, Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker ⭐️

📍 Sundays at The Place, Kings Cross
9, 16, 23 & 30 November

5 - 6.30pm: Intermediate/Advanced (in this class we teach as close to the original choreography as possible)

6.30 - 8pm: Beginners/Improvers (we teach a simplified version that still captures the essence of the choreo)

Please note: This role is a really tricky and speedy one, so we do recommend being a higher intermediate level/Advanced level student if you are attending the 5pm class 😊

🌟 Week 4 (30 November) is an (optional) performance day in classes. A wonderful chance to set yourself a goal of performing this role (solo or in a small group 😍)

About this variation:

Dewdrop is the radiant heartbeat of the Waltz of the Flowers — a dazzling, fairy-like presence who enters and leaves the stage with a show-stopping bang, each step infused with sparkling energy and maximum impact. She weaves between the corps, leading and responding in a constantly shifting tapestry of movement.

The choreography is fast-paced and intricate: lightning-quick footwork, buoyant jumps, sharp directional changes, and sweeping travel patterns that demand precision, stamina, and unwavering focus. It’s exhilarating (and exhausting 😅) to perform, but it’s more than just an entertaining piece. Dewdrop’s role also carries an emotional core, embodying the wonder and awe of Nutcracker magic.

Swipe to the end to see clips of the phenomenal Ashley Bouder. She is full of explosive force but completely magical all the way to her fingertips ✨.

We love that we will be closing the year with a challenging solo whilst also weaving in some corps work too! So come and dance together in joyous celebration of the year and Nutcracker’s unforgettable brilliance! 💫

Use the link in our bio to sign up — click Sunday 9 Nov on the calendar to book Week 1! 😍 Message us if you’d like to purchase a package for the full 4-weeks!

📸 Cover Image features Emily Kitka, New York City Ballet — captured by Andrea Mohin and swipe to the last slide to watch Ashley Boulder and dancers of New York City Ballet ❤️

08/10/2025

Ok this variation has Salomé written all over it with the big jumps, battery and turns. What an AMAZING job she did and what a delight to see her in this variation finally! Stay tuned to the end for a super double turn finish 😍

Folly variation taught by ❤️
Video by .yau ❤️

06/10/2025

Intermediate Pointe, Mondays, 7 - 8.15pm :)

Throwback to class with 💕

20/09/2025

Throwback to this shot by 💕

Featuring dancers learning some of the Kitri variation in a special masterclass led by Sae Maeda 😍

Curious to know the different props you’ve danced with before? (The fan is quite a difficult one but very fun!)

Address

THE Place, 16 FLAXMAN TERRACE

WC1H9AT

Opening Hours

Wednesday	18:30 - 21:00
Sunday	17:00 - 20:00

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https://www.londonballetclasses.com/work

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