Winter Intensives (one-day courses)
We’re excited to invite young dancers, aged 9-14, to our non-selective, one-day February half-term ballet workshops. Whether you’re interested in exploring the enchanting tale of The Sleeping Beauty or improving your musicality and dynamics, these workshops are one of the ultimate half-term activities for all young dance students—no auditions required.
Join us for a day filled with creativity, confidence-building, and inspiration, and dive into the enchanting world of classical ballet.
Dates
Thursday 19 and Friday 20 February 2026
Eligibility
The Winter Intensive is offered to students aged 9-14 on the day of the course.
Requirements
This course is non-selective and is designed to help young dancers of all levels develop their skills in a supportive and inspiring environment. No photos or videos are required to book.
Fees
Course fee: £160
Venues
London
The Royal Ballet School
Upper School
46 Floral Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2E 9DA
Edinburgh
Dance Base
14-16 Grassmarket
Edinburgh
EH1 2JU
Manchester
Shockout Studios
Shockout Arts
Brian Statham Way
Manchester
M16 0PU
Bookings
Bookings open:Â 17 November 2025
Bookings close: 6 February 2026
Places are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. Book early to avoid disappointment.
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London
Focus class: improving musicality and dynamics
Musicality and dynamics are an essential part of classical ballet. This one-day Intensive course will connect both components and help young dancers apply this understanding to their dancing.
Students aged 9-10 and 11-12
Thursday 19 or Friday 20 February 2026
Timetable
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, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14
Friday 20 February 2026
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
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Repertoire class: The Sleeping Beauty
This one-day Intensive course will explore repertoire from the enchanting ballet, The Sleeping Beauty.
During the course, students will participate in a body awareness and conditioning session followed by a ballet class incorporating aspects of The Sleeping Beauty. The afternoon will be filled with a deep dive into repertoire from The Sleeping Beauty, allowing students to explore the ballet’s magical choreography and storytelling.
Students aged 9-10
Thursday 19 or Friday 20 February 2026
Timetable
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, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Students aged 11-12
Thursday 19 or Friday 20 February 2026
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: repertoire class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Students aged 13-14
Thursday 19 February 2026
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: repertoire class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Edinburgh
Focus class: improving musicality and dynamics
Musicality and dynamics are an essential part of classical ballet. This one-day Intensive course will connect both components and help young dancers apply this understanding to their dancing.
Students aged 9-11
Thursday 19 February 2026
Timetable
10.30 – 10.30: registration
10.30 – 11.00: warm-up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45: ballet class incorporating aspects of Cinderella
12.45 – 13.30: lunch
13.30 – 15.00: focus class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Students aged 12-14
Friday 20 February 2026
Timetable
10.30 – 10.30: registration
10.30 – 11.00: warm-up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45: ballet class incorporating aspects of Cinderella
12.45 – 13.30: lunch
13.30 – 15.00: focus class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Manchester
Focus class: improving musicality and dynamics
Musicality and dynamics are an essential part of classical ballet. This one-day Intensive course will connect both components and help young dancers apply this understanding to their dancing.
Students aged 9-11
Thursday 19 February 2026
Timetable
10.30 – 10.30: registration
10.30 – 11.00: warm-up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45: ballet class incorporating aspects of Cinderella
12.45 – 13.30: lunch
13.30 – 15.00: focus class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Students aged 12-14
Friday 20 February 2026
Timetable
10.30 – 10.30: registration
10.30 – 11.00: warm-up, body awareness and conditioning
11.15 – 12.45: ballet class incorporating aspects of Cinderella
12.45 – 13.30: lunch
13.30 – 15.00: focus class
15.00 – 15.30: cool down, reflection and presentation of certificates.
Order your Intensive courses Merchandise now
Get ready for your Intensive by purchasing a 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.
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