It’s never too late to learn to dance! These classes are a great way to socialise, keep fit and improve posture and flexibility.
Whether you have danced all your life or simply want to try something new, our gentle ballet classes will keep you moving in a social and friendly class.
The Northern Ballet Learning team also offer classes and workshops for over 55s at some theatres on Northern Ballet's national tour.
All adult classes take place at our headquarters in Leeds LS2 7PA, unless otherwise specified.
Over 55s 1
A beginner level class for dancers with very little or no experience of beginner ballet vocabulary and steps. This weekly class will build on your understanding of the foundations of the ballet technique with beginner level exercises to start building your balance, strength, and coordination in a friendly environment.
Over 55s 2
For dancers with beginner experience in ballet who are looking for the next step to further their technique through a gentle progressive class. The weekly sessions will focus on your balance, strength and coordination improving your technique and understanding of the ballet principles.
Over 55s 3
For improver level dancers with experience in ballet who are looking for a slightly more challenging class. Dancers will continue to work on the foundations of balance, strength and coordination, whilst working on more challenging and varied class exercises.
Over 55s 3 Satellite class - Dancing House Gomersal
We are taking our popular Over 55s classes out into the community! We will be hosting a weekly Over 55s class at The Dancing House In Gomersal. These gentle technique classes will run on a weekly basis and will offer all Northern Ballet based classes have to offer, but local to you!
Pop-up and summer classes
Romeo & Juliet Over 55s Pop-up
Join us for fabulous morning of ballet including a classical ballet class followed by repertoire from Romeo & Juliet, choreographed by Christopher Gable and Massimo Moricone.
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Over 55s Summer Classes
Get ready for summer with our special summer classes for dancers aged 55 and above.
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| Day | Time | Class | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10.05-11.20am | Over 55s 3 | £7 / £6.50 concession |
| Tuesday | 11.30am-12.45pm | Over 55s 2 | £7 / £6.50 concession |
| Thursday | 11.15am-12.15pm | Over 55s 1 | £7 / £6.50 concession |
| Thursday | 12.30pm-13.30pm | Over 55s 2 | £7 / £6.50 concession |
| Thursday | 10:45 - 11:45am | Over 55s 1-2 (Dancing House) | £7 |
Concessions
Our concession rates are available to those with a valid student ID or those with disabilities.
Location
All courses will be held at our studios in Northern Ballet unless stated otherwise.
What to wear
Clothing should be loose and comfortable so that you can move easily. No denim please. Ballet shoes are required for all classes for admittance to class.
Register and Book a Class
You must register for 2022-23 before you can book a class.
More Open Classes
Classes for Adults
It’s never too late to learn to dance! Our classes classes for adults aged 16+ are accompanied by live music and are offered from beginner to advanced level.
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Classes for Young People
Taught with live music, these classes develop each dancer’s technical ability whilst enhancing their presentation skills and musicality. Suitable for dancers aged 8 to 16.
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