Autumn Intensive (one-day courses)

We’re excited to announce the return of one of the ultimate half-term activities for young dancers in London this October.
Open to all, this series of one-day Intensives Courses will focus on developing performance, dynamics, and stagecraft using repertoire from the iconic ballet Giselle.
Classes will be taught by Leanne Cope, Helen Crawford, Rebecca Fraiz, Nicola Katrak and Sabina Westcombe.
Dates
27 – 28 October 2024
Eligibility
The Autumn Intensive is offered to the following age groups:
Students aged 9-10 years, 11-12 years, 13-14 years on the day of the course.
Requirements
These courses are non-selective. Places are limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Deadlines and fees
Booking is now closed
Course fee: £130
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Venue
The Royal Ballet School
46 Floral Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2E 9DA
Developing performance and dynamics
Performance and dynamics are essential elements of classical ballet. This one-day intensive course will connect these elements and help young dancers apply them to their dancing.
Students aged 9-10 years old
Dates: Sunday 27 October or Monday 28 October 2024
Timetable
9.30 – 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
14.45 – 15.15 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 11-12 years old
Dates: Sunday 27 October or Monday 28 October 2024
Timetable
9.30 – 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
14.45 – 15.15 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14 years old
Dates: Monday 28 October 2024
Timetable
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
15.15 – 15.45 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Exploring Giselle Act II
This one day intensive course will explore repertoire from Giselle and help young dancers develop their practice.
Students aged 9-10 years old
Dates: Sunday 27 October or Monday 28 October 2024
Timetable
09.30 – 10.00 – registration
10.00 – 10.30 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
10.45 – 12.15 – ballet class, incorporating aspects of Giselle
12.15 – 13.00 – lunch
13.00 – 14.30 – repertoire – Giselle
14.45 – 15.15 – cool down and reflection, presentation of certificates.
Students aged 11-12 years old
Dates: Sunday 27 October or Monday 28 October 2024
Timetable
10.00 – 10.30 – registration
10.30 – 11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45 – ballet class, incorporating aspects of Giselle
12.45 – 13.30 – lunch
13.30 – 15.00 – repertoire – Giselle
15.15 – 15.45 – cool down and reflection; presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14 years old
Dates: Sunday 27 October 2024
Timetable
10.00 – 10.30 – registration
10.30 – 11.00 – warm up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45 – ballet class, incorporating aspects of Giselle
12.45 – 13.30 – lunch
13.30 – 15.00 – repertoire – Giselle
15.15 – 15.45 – cool down and reflection; presentation of certificates.
Order your Intensive Courses Merchandise now
Get ready for your course by purchasing an intensive hoodie or t-shirt… or why not treat yourself to both! Order online now and the items will be delivered to you to wear to the course.
Any questions?
For any questions about our Intensive courses, please visit our FAQs page.
You can also contact [email protected].