RAD United Kingdom | Silver Swans Spring Course

Booking Deadline:

Monday 15 March 2027

Event Date:

Monday 5 April 2027 – Friday 9 April 2027

Event Time:

Various, BST

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

London

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Who’s it for?

Recommended for ages 55+

Fee:

£75 – £119 depending on class selected

Contact:

participate@rad.org.uk

Bookings open late October

The Silver Swans Spring Course offers dancers the chance to join us for a week long course featuring a range of classes

Immerse yourself in an inspiring 5-days of ballet 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.

Also on offer are optional, open level Pilates, Contemporary technique and Move to the Musicals classes.

Please note that this course runs for five consecutive days, and is not available on a single-day basis. Participants are required to attend every day.

“From the very first welcome to the last goodbye it was an absolute treat to dance with like-minded people at the beautiful RAD studios — I came away from each day full of joy, having learned so much“

Participant of the Silver Swans Easter Course 2026

Please note, this event will open for bookings in late October.

Faculty will be announced in due course.

Class Information

Our ballet and repertoire classes are offered at three distinct levels of increasing pace and challenge: Gentle, Steady, and Dynamic. We encourage participants to select the level that best reflects their current experience, confidence, and physical ability.

If you have questions about which level is best suited to you, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at participate@rad.org.uk before completing your booking.

The Pilates, Contemporary technique and Move to the Musicals classes are open to all levels. Please note, Pilates classes must be booked in combination with a ballet and repertoire class. However, the Contemporary technique and Move to the Musicals class can be booked as stand-alone classes.

The fees listed for each class level are the total price for the entire five-day course and are not charged on a per-day basis. 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.

Morning Classes

11.00am – 12.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – Dynamic
An energetic and invigorating class perfect for those who enjoy working at a faster pace.

Non-members £119
Members £107

11.00am – 12.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – Gentle
A nurturing and welcoming class designed for those who enjoy working at a calm pace with a mindful, low-impact approach.

Non-members £119
Members £107

11.00am – 12.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – 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.

Non-members £119
Members £107

Early Afternoon Classes

12.45pm – 1.45pm

Pilates
Suitable for all levels, and are designed to compliment the ballet classes during the week to build core strength, improve posture and flexibility and maintain your overall well-being. This class must be booked in combination with a ballet and repertoire class.

Non-members £83
Members £75

12.45pm – 1.45pm

Move to the Musicals
Offers the chance to dance to some of West End’s most iconic numbers whilst helping you improve balance, coordination, and performance skills. This can be booked as a stand-alone class.

Non-members £83
Members £75

12.45pm – 1.45pm

Contemporary technique
Offers the chance to explore the basics of contemporary technique in a creative and supportive environment, while developing body awareness, coordination, strength and fluidity of movement.

Non-members £83
Members £75

Late Afternoon Classes

2.00pm – 3.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – Dynamic
An energetic and invigorating class perfect for those who enjoy working at a faster pace.

Non-members £119
Members £107

2.00pm – 3.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – Steady (Class 1)
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.

Non-members £119
Members £107

2.00pm – 3.30pm

Ballet & Repertoire – Steady (Class 2)
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.

Non-members £119
Members £107

About the faculty

Faculty will be announced in due course.

Venue

Royal Academy of Dance
188 York Road
London
SW11 3JZ

See helpful information on how to find us here.

Bookings open late October

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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 booking deadline, 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.