Junior Easter School 2026
Tuesday 7 April 2026 – Saturday 11 April 2026
10.00am – 4.30pm each day, BST
Booking Deadline:
Monday 2 March 2026
Event Date:
Tuesday 7 April 2026 – Saturday 11 April 2026
Event Time:
10.00am – 4.30pm each day, BST
Country:
Location:
London
Available Online?
No
Who’s it for?
Students aged 8 – 16, studying Grade 2 – Inter-foundation or equivalent
Fee:
Non-members: £425
Members: £385
Contact:
Step into the spotlight this spring with our debut Junior Easter School!
We are so excited to welcome young and aspiring dancers to join us this Easter for a brand new five day programme packed with dance, movement, creativity and inspiration.
Throughout the week, students will develop their technique and artistry through a variety of classes, working with professional teachers with years of industry experience. The course will culminate in a sharing of work on the final day, giving friends and family the opportunity to watch students perform and celebrate their progress over the week – all taking place within the RAD’s world class, purpose built studios and facilities.
Classes
Each day, students will participate in ballet , jazz and contemporary technique classes, designed to refine their skills, build strength and nurture confidence.
Alongside the technique classes, students will work with their teachers to create a classical group dance, musical theatre and creative performance piece which will form the sharing of work on the final day.
The technique classes will directly support students in the performance piece rehearsals, helping them apply their technical knowledge to performance and develop a deeper awareness of each dance style.
All classes are compulsory.
Further information
Who can attend?
Students must be between the ages of 8 – 16 and be studying ballet, Grade 2 up to Intermediate Foundation, or the equivalent, and therefore be familiar with the ballet terminology and phrases at Grade 2 as a minimum. There is no audition, selection, or elimination process.
Students will be grouped by the Artistic Team according to their age and the information provided on their application relating to their Grade in ballet and other dance experience. Please ensure your application is accurate.
Please review our syllabus vocabulary with your child’s ballet teacher if you are unsure what level they are currently studying. Students can be studying the RAD ballet syllabus or another ballet syllabus, and are not required to have RAD Membership to be eligible to attend.
Daily schedule
Classes will take place between 10.00am – 4.30pm every day.
Students will take part in ballet technique, group dance, jazz technique, musical theatre performance rehearsal, contemporary technique and creative performance rehearsal each day Tuesday – Friday.
On Saturday, students will take part in rehearsals ahead of the sharing of work in the afternoon.
You can view an example timetable of what a day at the Junior Easter School may look like here.
Students will have a short morning and afternoon break each day, with a longer lunch break in the middle of the day.
The final timetable and grouping for students will be provided on the first day of the course.
Early Bird Club
The Early Bird Club runs each morning (Tuesday– Friday) from 8.30am.
For an additional fee of up to £15.00 per day, students will be cared for by our dedicated and friendly team of assistants and offered a choice of indoor activities. The aim is to provide an affordable, safe and stimulating environment before dance classes begin and to give parents added flexibility. Fresh fruit and milk will be provided, students are welcome to bring their own breakfast cereal.
Faculty
The teaching faculty will be announced here soon.
Lunch
Students must bring a packed lunch each day as this will not be provided.
Snacks will be available for students during the breaks.
All dietary requirements should be submitted at the time of application.
Venue
Royal Academy of Dance, 188 York Road, London, SW11 3JZ
See helpful information on how to find us here.
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 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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