BEGINNER - Adult Winter Intensive 2025
Mon 6 Jan 2025 9:00 AM - Fri 10 Jan 2025 5:00 PM
Rambert, SE1 9PP
Description
A pre-professional-style intensive for adults.
Tickets on sale: September 8th - 2pm London BST, UK Time
* Spots are limited to 30 participants *
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The BWI Adult Intensive is for beginner adult dancers (18+) striving to push themselves and improve both technically and artistically with Isabella. Prepare to enjoy working hard and be empowered in a positive, encouraging atmosphere!
About the level:
The Beginner level is aimed at adults who have a good understanding of a basic, traditional ballet barre and want to advance their knowledge and build confidence. This is not for absolute beginners. We'll spend a lot of time practicing the minute details of foundational steps at the barre and in the centre. We'll focus on proper alignment, head and arm coordination, and simple combinations of steps and work on échappé, assemblé, changement and pas de chat jumps, and plié retiré (pirouttes not required!). The beginner level is great if you've been training for at least 1 year (2 times a week or more).
If you're not sure which is the level for you, email events@balletwithisabella.com or check out the other levels available from our box office
A day at the Intermediate level will consist of a guided warm-up, Vaganova technique class accompanied by our LIVE pianist, pre-pointe or pointe, technique deep-dive to hone the details, repertoire, conditioning and stretching. On Wednesday we'll have a shorter day to rest and recover.
You’ll love this intensive if:
- You are serious about improving technique and want to do so in a supportive environment
- You want to explore your artistry and discover new facets to yourself as a dancer
- You wish pre-professional intensives extended to adults as well
- You want to build community with other dancers who are passionate about ballet and about being the best dancers they can be
It may not be the right intensive for you if:
- You have never taken ballet before or are an Absolute Beginner. See balletwithisabella.com for our Absolute Beginner Course!
- You are looking for drop-in classes or a part-time workshop (this intensive is a full 5 days)
- You aren't interested in focusing on the minute details of technique
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SCHEDULE
The schedule for the week will be intense! See the sample schedule* below to get an idea of how the week will look. You should be used to taking a few full-length classes per week and have a high level of fitness.
*Schedule is tentative and subject to change
PRICE
£800 including tax and booking fees.
Included in your ticket:
- All classes throughout the week
- Welcome kit with some fun surprises
- Group meet-and-greet (think cozy tea & cakes or nibbles) in central London on Sunday, January 5th (exact time TBD, but expect sometime between 12-4pm)
CANCELLATION & REFUND
- Full refund through November 5, 2024
- 50% refund between November 6 - December 5, 2024
- No refund from December 6, 2024
Please email Events@balletwithisabella.com to request a refund.
FAQs
Do I have to attend the meet-and-greet?
No! The group meet-and-greet on Sunday, January 5th is optional, but it is included in your ticket price, and we'd love to get to know you before classes start!
Do I have to audition?
No! However, do be sure the level is the right fit for you. See the description above.
Is there an upper age limit?
No! The only age restriction is that you must be at least 18 years old. You should be used to taking at least a few full-length dance classes per week and have a relatively high level of fitness.
I'm not at an Beginner level, are there other levels available?
Yes! We'll be offering an adult Intermediate level in December, see our box office for full details.
Do I need to be en pointe to attend the intensive?
No! Pointe classes will be designed to accommodate pre-pointe dancers as well. They'll include lots of foot and leg exercises, and the strength you will gain is beneficial to any dancer, not just those in pointe shoes.
Can I choose the days I want to attend?
The intensive is a full 5 days, and drop-in classes aren’t available. If there’s only one day you cannot come due to a prior commitment, please contact us and we will see if we can accommodate though we discourage missing days.
Q: Is there a virtual option.
No, the Intensive is in-person only.
Q: I’m traveling to London, where can I stay?
There are several accommodation options near Rambert Studios. If there is interest, we can provide a list of options.
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Location
Rambert, SE1 9PP