

Adult Ballet & Pilates Summer Course
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?
Suitable for dancers age 18+
Fee:
£72 – £107 depending on class selected
Contact:
Join us for this five-evening intensive course, offering ballet technique classes with the option to add Pilates, so you can tailor a programme that suits you.
Attend ballet classes matched to your experience level, accompanied by live piano.
You’re welcome to enhance your ballet training by adding Pilates sessions; please note that Pilates is available only when booked alongside a ballet class.
Work with experienced tutors to build core strength, improve your posture, flexibility and balance, and maintain your overall well-being.
“I always have a great experience at all RAD workshops and I am amazed by the calibre of the educators!“
Participant of the Adult Ballet & Pilates Summer Course 2025
Class Information
- Ballet technique Level 1: Suitable for those who have a some knowledge of ballet technique and would like to improve their skills, or dancers returning to ballet after a long break. Each class will be designed to improve body alignment, coordination and execution of the required technique, building your knowledge and understanding as the week progresses.
- Ballet technique Level 2: Suitable for those who have been attending ballet classes for at least a couple of years. This class is designed for students currently RAD Intermediate Foundation level or equivalent.
- Ballet technique Level 3: Suitable for those who regularly attend high level classes and have developed a strong technique. This class is designed for students currently studying RAD Intermediate – RAD Advanced 2 or equivalent. Enabling dancers to maintain and further their technique, musicality and artistry.
Please note, the ballet classes (at all levels) do not include pointe work.
Pilates classes are open to all levels.
Times
- Ballet technique Level 1: 6.30pm – 7.45pm
- Ballet technique Level 2: 6.30pm – 7.45pm
- Ballet technique Level 3: 6.15pm – 7.45pm
- Pilates: 8pm – 9pm
Fees
Ballet technique Level 1 or Level 2:
- Non-members £90
- Members £81
Ballet technique Level 3:
- Non-members £107
- Members £97
Pilates:
- Non-members £80
- Members £72
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.
Faculty
To be announced shortly.
Venue
Royal Academy of Dance
188 York Road
London
SW11 3JZ
See helpful information on how to find us here.
Why do Pilates?
Pilates will show you any imbalances you might have, and the result will be that you become super aware and able to heal, giving your body balanced strength, literally from top to toe. You will feel and control the training you give to every body part. You will progress, because your body continually adapts and is fluid. You will access every part of your body, from the deepest layers outwards, and this is true whether you’re feeling fabulous, a bit stiff, or recovering from an injury. We are all fluid, and Pilates will heal you from the inside out.
As your knowledge develops, and your body adapts, you’ll perfect your tone and master the moves with a complete understanding of the why, how, where and what, and be fully aware of how it relates to ballet. Your training will enhance every moment of every ballet move. With this knowledge, dancers consciously call upon their muscles in their training and performance, which takes their technique and work to another level.
You will also learn how to use your breath – this tool alone enriches life skills, core and emotional connection, exam technique, and is deeply calming. Pilates enriches the body and mind.
You will find your body is balanced, stabilised, and aligned in every session, and you will take that knowledge into your everyday life too. You will always know how to maintain strength and flexibility in all that you do, without any stress or strains, and you’ll be equipped with the wonderful knowledge of how to consciously relax every muscle, easing body and mind. You’ll be life-ready and dance-ready with strength, awareness, and calmness, from the inside out.





Further information
Booking Process
- 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 Learning and Participation 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 ticket details carefully. If the ticket you wish to book appears sold out, please apply online for the ‘Waiting List’ ticket. 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 our Courses and Workshops Terms & Conditions carefully before you apply.
You will need to confirm your acceptance of these terms when you register 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 on this.
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