Ballet & Pointe
14 years upwards
Classical ballet technique and terminology, building the strength, balance and confidence that underpin every other style — with pointe work for dancers who are ready for it.
Ballet is the discipline everything else leans on. A dancer with a good ballet foundation picks up jazz faster, lands acro more safely and holds a line in commercial that other dancers cannot.
We teach it properly and we teach it patiently. Students work towards graded examinations with the British Theatre Dance Association if they want that structure, and plenty of our dancers simply take the class for the love of it. Pointe is offered when a dancer has the strength for it — never on a birthday, and never because a friend has been offered it.
3 classes a week
| Day | Time | Age | Venue | Teacher | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 6.30pm – 7.10pm | 14 - 18 years | Ducklington Village Hall | Phoebe | Try it — Wednesday 6.30pm – 7.10pm at Ducklington Village Hall |
| Wednesday | 7.55pm – 8.40pm | 14 - 18 years | Ducklington Village Hall | Phoebe | Try it — Wednesday 7.55pm – 8.40pm at Ducklington Village Hall |
| Thursday | 6.10pm – 6.55pm | 14 - 18 years | The Silver Band Hall | Phoebe | Try it — Thursday 6.10pm – 6.55pm at The Silver Band Hall |
Days and times occasionally move — we will confirm the current time with you when you request a trial. See the full timetable.
- Barre and centre work building strength, balance, flexibility and line.
- Correct classical terminology from the beginning, so a dancer can walk into any studio anywhere.
- Graded BTDA examinations for those who want them — never compulsory.
- Pointe work introduced only when a dancer's strength and technique make it safe, assessed individually.
Leotard, tights and ballet shoes in the colours set for your child's grade, with hair in a secured bun. Pointe shoes are only bought once a teacher confirms your dancer is ready.
Nothing needs buying before a trial class — come in whatever your dancer can move in comfortably.
Try Ballet & Pointe for free
Every new student is welcome to a free trial class. Tell us the dancer’s age and where you are, and we will find a day and time that works.