Classical Ballet Intensive – Pre-vocational Summer Course

Course | Classical Ballet Intensive I & 2

Ages | 12-18 

Location | Italia Conti, 2 Henry Plaza, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6BU 

Course Length | One Week, 9am – 5pm 

Dates | Classical Ballet Intensive I – 03/08/2026 – 07/08/2026 

Classical Ballet Intensive 2 – 17/08/2026 – 21/08/2026

Cost | £420 (inclusive of VAT)

COURSE OVERVIEW 

Experience what it’s really like to train at one of the UK’s leading performing arts schools. Italia Conti’s Ballet Intensive is an immersive summer programme designed to give aspiring dancers a true insight into professional ballet training, aligned with the ethos of our BA (Hons) Dance degree. 

Whether you’ve taken a brief hiatus or wish to reignite your love for dance, this transformative programme will rejuvenate your technique, strength, and physical musicality. Led by Italia Conti’s experienced faculty, each class will immerse you in a nurturing yet challenging environment that fosters technical development, artistic growth and creative expression. From refining your relevé to perfecting your pirouettes, this course will elevate your training and reignite your passion for ballet. 

Throughout the week, you’ll follow a full-time vocational timetable with a central focus on classical ballet, while also taking supporting classes in jazz and contemporary — reflecting the stylistic breadth of the BA Dance programme. Sessions will be tailored to ability and may include: 

• General & Advanced Ballet 

• Body Conditioning for Ballet 

• Virtuosity 

• Pointe Work 

• Solo Repertoire 

• Group Repertoire 

• Pas De Deux 

• Jazz Performance 

• Contemporary  

All classes are delivered by Italia Conti’s expert dance faculty and guest industry professionals. 

You’ll refine your technical precision, musicality, and physical artistry, while gaining insight into the demands of professional dance training. The week culminates in an informal studio sharing for family and friends. 

Ideal for dancers considering full-time vocational or higher education training in dance, or those looking to deepen and extend their existing ballet foundation within a broader technical context. 

ASSOCIATE SCHOOL STUDENTS 

There is a 10% discount for any current Conti students at Italia Conti Associate Schools. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS
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