Autumn Intensives (one-day courses)
We’re excited to announce the return of one of the ultimate half-term activities for young dancers in Edinburgh, London and Manchester this October.
Open to all, this series of one-day Intensive Courses will feature classes focusing on developing technique and artistry, and exploring repertoire from Frederick Ashton’s joyful ballet La Fille mal gardée.
Dates and locations
Edinburgh
16 & 17 October 2025
Dance Base Edinburgh
14-16 Grassmarket
Edinburgh
EH1 2JU
London
26 & 27 October 2025
The Royal Ballet School
46 Floral Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2E 9DA
Manchester
27 & 28 October 2025
Shockout Studios
Brian Statham Way
Old Trafford
Stretford
Manchester
M16 0PU
Eligibility and requirements
The Autumn Intensive is eligible for students aged 9-14 on the day of the course. These courses are non-selective. Places are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Bookings and fees
Bookings close: 3 October 2025
Course fee: £160
Want to hear more about our Intensives?
Edinburgh
Repertoire class: exploring La Fille mal gardée
This one-day intensive course will explore repertoire from Frederick Ashton’s joyful ballet La Fille mal gardée.
Students aged 9-11 years
Date:   Thursday 16 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 12-14 years
Date:  Friday 17 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
London
Focus class: Developing technique and artistry in classical ballet
Developing technique and artistry is an essential part of classical ballet. This one-day intensive course will connect these elements and help young dancers apply this understanding to their dancing.
Students aged 9-10 years and 11-12 years
Dates: Sunday 26 or Monday 27 October 2025
09.30-10.00 – registration
10.00-10.30 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
10.45-12.15 – ballet class
12.15-13.00 – lunch
13.00-14.30 – focus class
14.30-15.00 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14 years
Date:  Monday 27 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – focus class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Repertoire class: exploring La Fille mal gardée
This one-day intensive course will explore repertoire from Frederick Ashton’s joyful ballet La Fille mal gardée.
Students aged 9-10 years
Dates: Sunday 26 or Monday 27 October 2025
09.30-10.00 – registration
10.00-10.30 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
10.45-12.15 – ballet class
12.15-13.00 – lunch
13.00-14.30 – repertoire class
14.30-15.00 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 11-12 years
Dates:  Sunday 26 or Monday 27 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14 years
Date:  Sunday 26 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Manchester
Repertoire class: exploring La Fille mal gardée
This one day intensive course will explore repertoire from Frederick Ashton’s joyful ballet La Fille mal gardée.
Students aged 9-11 years
Date: Monday 27 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 12-14 years
Date:   Tuesday 28 October 2025
10.00-10.30 – registration
10.30-11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15-12.45 – ballet class
12.45-13.30 – lunch
13.30-15.00 – repertoire class
15.00-15.30 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Any questions?
For any questions about our Intensive Courses, please visit our FAQs page.
You can also contact [email protected].