I have never done ballet before but always wanted to, is there a class I can take part in?

Yes! Fridays Adult beginners class is perfect for you. No previous experience is necessary just a willingness to learn. The classes are great fun and the music is carefully selected to add to the enjoyment. You'll be amazed how much you can learn.

I would like to improve my fitness but I don't like the gym, will a ballet class achieve this?

Yes! Ballet is brilliant for improving your general fitness and muscle tone, it works to lengthen and strengthen muscles whilst also correcting postural issues. It is also great for building core strength, balance, flexibility and self confidence.

What should I wear to adult ballet?

Comfortable clothes that you can freely move in - tracksuits, leggings, etc. For the initial class you don't need to have ballet shoes you can just work in socks or bare feet. Adult split sole soft ballet shoes in either canvas or leather are recommended when you decide you are ready. Please ask Nicolle for details of where to purchase.

I used to do ballet as a child and would love to start again, which class should I enrole for?

You would definitely be suited to the adult ballet class on a thursday evening, you will soon be able to remember all the steps you learned as a child and more besides with a dance foundation - muscles have very long memories!

Rym Kechacha from Northern Ballet Theater's views on taking ballet class:

'Class can be a spiritual exercise. Rhythmical, almost ritualistic movement has been used as a form of meditation for thousands of years, and indeed the concentration required to get the most out of class can become like meditation. Even if one is not particularly 'in the mood' to do class the atmosphere is all encompassing. You become wrapped up in the details of what is being asked of your body, and there is a delight in the work that is hard to find but extremely precious once found...There is a unique joy to be gained from the light touch of one's hand on the barre and the harmonious sounds of piano music.'