Dancer training
We train dancers full-time, part-time and during our annual Intensive Courses.
Full-time dancer training
Our full-time courses are for students aged 11-19 years. They begin for the younger students at our White Lodge campus in Richmond Park, where we run a five-year classical ballet course alongside secondary academic studies. Our three-year training programme at our Covent Garden campus is for students aged 16+ and includes academic studies for a BA degree in Classical Ballet and Dance Performance.
11-16 years old
16-19 years old
Associate Programme
We offer part-time training for young dancers aged 8-17 who may be considering full-time training or a career in dance through our nationwide Associate Programme.
- Junior Associates (application age 8-10 years old)
- Mid Associates (application age 11-13 years old)
- Senior Associates (application age 14-15 years old)
- Advanced Associates (application age 16-17 years old)
Intensive Courses
The Royal Ballet School’s Intensive Courses are a unique opportunity for young dancers to experience the highest levels of coaching from the School’s full-time staff and renowned international teachers. They also enable students to experience intensive dance training over an extended period of time, enabling them to determine their suitability for full-time vocational training.
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International Scholars Programme
The Royal Ballet School’s International Scholars Programme identifies exceptional talent in young ballet students who live outside of the United Kingdom.