

Silver Swans: Focus on Classical
Monday 13 July 2026 – Friday 17 July 2026
Various, BST

Booking Deadline:
Monday 15 June 2026
Event Date:
Monday 13 July 2026 – Friday 17 July 2026
Event Time:
Various, BST
Country:
Location:
London
Available Online?
No
Who’s it for?
Recommended for age 55+
Fee:
Members £103.50
Non-members £115
Contact:
Join us for a week of classes focusing on ballet technique and repertoire.
You’ll immerse yourself in an inspiring week of classes that will elevate your technique and deepen your understanding. Throughout the course, you’ll master a piece of repertoire, guided by expert faculty and enriched by the magic of live piano accompaniment.
“The RAD courses for Silver Swans are the happiest of all happy places—for me and my fellow Swans. The teachers are unfailingly patient, and the whole RAD environment is a joy.“
Participant of the Silver Swans Summer School 2025
For a wider range of classes across the course of a week including, Ballet Technique, Repertoire, contemporary and Move to the Musicals, see our Silver Swans Summer School.
Class Information
There are three different paces of ballet and repertoire classes to choose from, each 1.5 hours in duration per day.
Dynamic: An energetic and invigorating class perfect for those who enjoy working at a faster pace.
Gentle: A nurturing and welcoming class designed for those who enjoy working at a calm pace with a mindful, low-impact approach.
Steady: A class designed for those who enjoy working at a steady and consistent pace, with a focus on building upon a strong foundation in classical ballet.
Times
Gentle: 11am – 12.30pm each day
Steady: 1.30pm – 3.00pm each day
Dynamic: 3.15pm – 4.45pm each day
Faculty
To be announced shortly.
Venue
Royal Academy of Dance
188 York Road
London
SW11 3JZ





Further information
Discounts
Dancers who are members of the RAD will receive a discounted price. Please enter your RAD ID when prompted to do so during the booking process to receive this discount.
Booking Information
- Places are limited in each class and secured on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Payment is required at the time of booking.
- An automatic email will be sent via the booking platform CVENT to confirm your registration and payment were successful.
- Please quote the CVENT order no/ticket reference when contacting the RAD with any queries related to your booking.
- Please ensure you have read the Terms and Conditions, which includes the RAD’s cancellation policy.
- When a class is fully-booked, a waiting list will be activated. The Artistic Team will contact you via email should a suitable place become available.
- After the closing date, you will receive an additional confirmation by email, detailing registration times, suggested dress, and all other relevant information for the course and venue.
For all queries, please email participate@rad.org.uk.
Please ensure you check the registration details carefully. If the level you wish to book appears sold out, please apply online for the ‘Waiting List’. The team will contact you should a suitable place become available.
The RAD uses Cvent for ticketing and registration for events (including workshops, masterclasses, CPD, and a range of free activities). We only store your personal information in order to facilitate your attendance and to request feedback. We will not use your information to contact you unless you have opted to receive marketing materials or have signed up for our e-newsletter. For further details on how your information is processed, please see the Student Activities Privacy Notice.
Terms and conditions
Please ensure you have read the Courses and Workshops Terms and Conditions carefully before you register.
You will need to confirm your acceptance of these terms when you book your place.
Please note, in the event of injury or medical emergency during the activity a qualified First Aider from Royal Academy of Dance will provide necessary treatment and assistance to the participant. Please see our Terms & Conditions for further information.
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