For the first time since 2022, The Royal Ballet School is holding its regional Winter Intensives in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
The non-selective Intensives will take place in February 2025 and are suitable for dancers of all abilities. There aren’t any auditions, and applicants can secure their places on a first-come-first-served basis.
Each Intensive lasts one day, designed to inspire participants with creativity and confidence in a short burst. The Winter Intensives are open to dancers who will be aged 9-14 on the day of their course.
Intensives In London, Manchester, and Edinburgh
Dancers in Manchester and Edinburgh will learn repertoire from Cinderella, exploring storytelling techniques and the ballet’s enchanting choreography. Dancers in London can take the same Intensive or one covering balance and pirouettes.
Intensives In London
Dancers will gather at The Royal Ballet School for the London Winter Intensives. Those who choose the balance and pirouettes Intensive will enjoy a different course to those studying the Cinderella repertoire.
The balance and pirouette Intensives for dancers aged 9-12 will take place on Thursday 20 and Friday 21 February. Dancers aged 13-14 should book the Friday Intensive.
The Cinderella Intensives for dancers aged 9-12 will also take place on Thursday 20 and Friday 21 February. However, dancers aged 13-14 should book the Thursday Intensive.
Both Intensives will begin with a warm-up and body awareness and conditioning session. Balance and pirouette dancers will then take a ballet class while Cinderella dancers take a class involving aspects of the fairytale ballet.
After lunch, balance and pirouette dancers will enjoy a focus class where they will learn to master turns and balance to improve their pirouettes. Meanwhile, Cinderella dancers will practise repertoire from Act II. Both courses will finish in the afternoon after a cool-down, reflection, and presentation of certificates.
Intensives In Edinburgh and Manchester
Those participating in the Edinburgh and Manchester Intensives will follow the same course material as those taking the London Cinderella Intensive.
Dancers will gather at Dance Base for the Edinburgh Winter Intensives. These will take place on Thursday 13 February for dancers aged 9-11 and on Friday 14 February for dancers aged 12-14.
Dancers will gather at Shockout Studios for the Manchester Winter Intensives. These will take place on Thursday 20 February for dancers aged 9-11 and on Friday 21 February for dancers aged 12-14.
Intensive Courses Hoodies and T-Shirts
Those signing up for the Winter Intensives may like to order official Intensive zip hoodies and T-shirts from the Royal Ballet School’s online shop. There is a detailed size guide available for both.
The black hoodies feature the School’s crest and “Intensive Courses” in white and pink on the reverse. The front features a small Royal Ballet School crest. The T-shirts come in the same design but are available in black or white.
Book A Winter Intensive
The course fee for the Winter Intensives is £156. Bookings are open until 31 January 2025 or until places are full.
Book your place on a 2025 Winter Intensive.
About The Royal Ballet School
Intensive Courses are one of several training opportunities at The Royal Ballet School. Other opportunities include the Associate Programme, Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme, International Scholars Programme, and Primary Steps. Those who cannot attend courses in person can also purchase Intensive Courses on Demand.
Meanwhile, the School’s full-time training programme accepts candidates based solely on talent and potential in classical ballet, musicality, and artistic expression. Currently, 88% of students rely on financial assistance to pursue their training.
A holistic academic, pastoral, and healthcare programme complements the dance curriculum, ensuring students are equipped for success on and off the stage.
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Bookings Open for The Royal Ballet School’s 2025 Regional Winter Intensives