Winter Intensives
Course summary
We’re excited to invite young dancers aged 8-14 in Cardiff and 8-15 in London to our non-selective, one-day February half-term ballet workshops. Choose from Developing technique and artistry (London only) or Exploring Don Quixote (London and Cardiff) one-day courses.
These inspiring workshops are the perfect half-term activity for young dancers looking to develop their skills, creativity and confidence in a supportive environment, with no audition required.
Join us for a day of expert coaching, artistic exploration and inspiration as you immerse yourself in the world of classical ballet.
Key course facts
Age range:
- Cardiff: 8-14 years (on the day of the course)
- London: 8–15 years (on the day of the course)
Experience level: all levels welcome (non-selective)
Course type: one-day Intensive Course
Duration: one day
Dates:
- Cardiff: Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 February 2027
- London: Sunday 14 and Monday 15 February 2027
Locations:
- Cardiff: Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Castle Grounds, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3ER
- London: The Royal Ballet School, 46 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DA
Delivery format: non-residential
Selection method: first come, first served; no audition required
Course fee: £165
Certificate provided: yes (presented at end of day)
Bookings open: 9 November 2026
Bookings close: 1 February 2027
Who is this course for?
This course is for dancers who:
- Are aged 8-15 years in London, 8-14 years in Cardiff (on the day of the course)
- Want a supportive one-day experience of classical ballet training during February half-term
- Are looking for a non-selective workshop (no audition required).
What will dancers learn?
Depending on the venue and age group, dancers will take part in:
- Warm-up, body awareness and conditioning exercises
- A structured ballet class to develop technique, artistry and performance skills
- Activities designed to improve musicality, coordination, expression and confidence
- Exploration of the characters, storytelling and choreography of Don Quixote, building an understanding of classical ballet repertoire and stagecraft.
All training is tailored to dancers’ age and level.
Teaching and faculty
Our intensives are taught by:
- Royal Ballet School artistic staff
- Guest teachers with professional ballet experience.
Course structure
London
Focus class: Developing technique and artistry
Technique and artistry are an essential part of classical ballet. This one-day Intensive will connect both components and help young dancers apply this understanding to their dancing.
Dates: Sunday 14 and Monday 15 February 2027
Students aged 8-9 and 10-12
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.
Date: Monday 15 February 2027
Students aged 13-15
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 Don Quixote
This one-day intensive course will explore repertoire from Don Quixote.
Dates: Sunday 14 and Monday 15 February 2027
Students aged 8-9
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.
Dates: Sunday 14 and Monday 15 February 2027
Students aged 10-12
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.
Date: Sunday 14 February 2027
Students aged 13-15
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.
Cardiff
Repertoire class: Exploring Don Quixote
This one-day intensive course will explore repertoire from Don Quixote.
Dates: Saturday 13 February 2027
Students aged 8-10
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.
Dates: Sunday 14 February 2027
Students aged 11-14
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.
Outcomes and progression
Dancers complete a one-day intensive course experience and finish with a cool down, reflection and certificate presentation (as shown in the published timetables). This course is non-selective and does not function as an audition for other programmes.
Practical information
Fee: £165
Booking details: bookings open 9 November 2026 and close 1 February 2027
Eligibility: Cardiff 8-14 years, London 8–15 years (on the day of the course)
Requirements: non-selective course; no photos or videos required
Questions: Visit our FAQs page
Contact: [email protected].