Ballet - Level 1

Please book your class with us in advance of attending on our online shop or over the phone. It may not be possible to book you in if you arrive directly before the session.

Classes are available to enrol in half term blocks of 5 or 6 classes (depending on term dates). We do not offer drop-in classes.

Concession fees: You are eligible to pay the concession fee if you can provide evidence that you are: a full-time student, receiving unemployment or disability benefits, a senior citizen, or if you are experiencing financial hardship. Please get in touch if you have any further enquires.

Please note that fees are non-refundable, unless the course is cancelled by Trinity Laban. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions.

Classes for the next term usually go on sale in the final week of the current term of classes.

Summer Term 2025

Dates
Block 1: Thursday 24 April – Thursday 22 May
Block 2: Thursday 29 May – Thursday 3 July

Fees
Block 1: £62 standard /£52 concession (5 weeks)
Block 2: £74 standard /£62 concession (6 weeks)

How old do you have to be in order to take part in Adult Classes?
Anyone age 16+ is welcome to take part in the Adult Classes. We have adults of all ages, backgrounds and abilities taking part.

Which level is best for me?
· Introduction classes are for complete beginners or those with limited dance experience. Our teachers will take the time to cover the essential basics of the technique and build confidence over a number of sessions. If you have never done any dance before, we recommend joining at the start of a term for Block 1. This will give you the best possible experience of taking part in the sessions

· Level 1 classes are suitable for participants who have a basic knowledge of the technique, or those with lower levels of stamina

· Level 2 classes are more technically demanding classes for those with previous dance experience

· Open Level classes are mixed level classes, suitable for participants of different levels.

What are the classes like?
The atmosphere in the Adult Classes is relaxed, friendly and welcoming. People come to the Laban Building to take part in dance or movement classes for their enjoyment, relaxation, to improve health, and meet people. There is a real sense of community with participants returning each term, as well as new people starting for the first time.

How many people are in a class?
There are no more than 26 participants in our dance and yoga classes depending on the size of the studio, and no more than 12 in Pilates classes.

Can I have a taster class?
We can offer some taster sessions for Adult Classes on the first session of term, for those who feel uncertain about their chosen level. Please get in touch with a member of the team to find out more. Our teachers work in a progressive way, developing material from week to week over a term, which is especially important for our Introduction and Level 1 participants who are still learning the foundations of the technique.

We offer half-term bookings (usually 5 or 6 weeks) so if you are unsure, you only have to pay for a half term block rather than the whole term.

What should I wear?
Please wear soft comfortable clothing that is easy to move in, such as tracksuit bottoms and a T-shirt, with extra layers for warmth. For ballet it is helpful if you can wear tight fitting clothing, so that your teacher can check your alignment.

You should expect to do all classes in bare feet, except ballet and street dance. For ballet classes you should wear soft ballet shoes if you have them, but tight fitting socks would initially be a good alternative at the barre for beginners. We do not offer Pointe work as part of our ballet classes. Street dance classes can be danced in trainers with white, non-marking soles (no outdoor shoes). To ensure your safety and the safety of others please don’t wear jewellery when taking part in a class.

What equipment is provided?
We have mats and blocks available for Pilates and yoga, but you are also welcome to bring your own equipment.

What is your policy for latecomers?
For health and safety reasons, participants who arrive later than 15 minutes after the start of the class will not be permitted to take part. This is because they will have missed the essential warm up and introduction to the class, which is vital in the prevention of injuries to participants.

The Laban Building is fully accessible. If you have any medical or access needs, it is helpful if you discuss them with us before taking part in a class or let us know in our online form when booking your place. We may then contact you for further information and implement reasonable adjustments as required. Please contact us on 020 8305 9414 or at adults@trinitylaban.ac.uk.

Email: adults@trinitylaban.ac.uk
Phone: 020 8305 9414