Adult Ballet & Repertoire Classes in Elstree & Borehamwood
Adult Ballet Class Copyright.HADAPA
Adult Ballet Class Copyright.HADAPA
Adult Ballet Class Copyright.HADAPA
Adult Ballet Class Copyright.HADAPA
A Mixed Ability Ballet Class for Adult Beginners and Returning Dancers
This Adult Ballet & Repertoire class is open to adults of all abilities. While previous dance experience of any kind can be helpful, complete beginners are also very welcome. Many students may have done ballet when they were younger or have experience in another dance style, but this is a mixed ability class where everyone works at their own level.
Taught by a qualified teacher, the class moves at a supportive and manageable pace, allowing dancers to build technique, strength, and confidence safely over time.
Classes are taught by a highly qualified and experienced teacher, registered with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), ensuring safe technique, clear progression, and professional guidance.
Developing Ballet Technique, Strength and Flexibility
Ballet is taught in a clear and structured way, with a strong focus on safe technique and steady progression. This adult class supports dancers of mixed ability, allowing each student to develop at a pace that suits their body and experience.
Alongside learning classical ballet technique, students work on improving strength, flexibility, posture, balance, and coordination, all of which contribute to long-term physical wellbeing at any age.
Why Ballet Is Beneficial for Adults
Ballet offers a wide range of benefits for adults, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. Through structured movement and musical coordination, ballet helps maintain a healthy body while also improving focus, memory, and confidence at any age. Our Adult ballet classes in Elstree & Borehamwood offer a unique way to stay active, mentally engaged, and creatively fulfilled.
● Improves posture, balance, and overall coordination
● Supports cognitive health through memory and musical timing
● Enhances focus, concentration, and mental clarity
● Builds strength and flexibility safely and progressively
● Encourages body awareness and injury prevention
● Boosts confidence and emotional wellbeing
● Promotes relaxation and stress relief through movement
Ballet for Enjoyment, Confidence and Personal Progress
You do not need to be the next Darcey Bussell to enjoy ballet. Our adult ballet classes focus on enjoyment, confidence, and personal development rather than perfection. As a mixed ability class, students are encouraged to work at their own level, allowing everyone to progress comfortably and safely.
Ballet is a versatile dance form that supports both physical fitness and creative expression, making it an enjoyable and rewarding experience for adults at all stages of their dance journey.
● Build confidence through achievable goals
● Enjoy learning without pressure or comparison
● Progress at a pace that suits your body and experience
● Feel supported in a friendly, inclusive environment
● Rediscover the joy of movement and music
What Is Discovering Repertoire?
Discovering Repertoire is a programme introduced by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and is designed for students aged 12 and above, including adults. It allows dancers of any age or ability to experience and learn set dances from some of the world’s most famous classical ballets.
This programme makes classical ballet repertoire accessible, structured, and enjoyable, whether students wish to work towards staged goals or simply dance for pleasure.
Adults may take part purely for enjoyment, without the expectation of exams, allowing them to experience the artistry and satisfaction of performing well-known ballet repertoire in a supportive environment.
● Learn iconic dances such as Sugar Plum Fairy (The Nutcracker) and Blue Bird (Sleeping Beauty)
● Explore famous ballets including Paquita, Giselle, Swan Lake, and Coppélia
● Suitable for adults of mixed ability
● Exams are optional and can be taken in stages
● Ideal for those who enjoy learning repertoire without pressure
Our Adult Ballet & Repertoire classes welcome dancers of mixed ability in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether you are returning to ballet or trying it for the first time, our qualified teachers are here to guide you every step of the way.
"I have attended adult ballet for best part for 5 years. Every Monday I am encouraged to improve old skills and learn new ones, to be challenged and to have fun and a bit of a giggle. Chahna's classes are friendly, fun, professional and non-judgmental, no matter your level" - Katy D
My daughter’s enthusiasm for Chahna’s lessons eventually infected me! Despite a lifetime’s love of dance, I had never taken classes as a child and thought my moment had passed. However, with Chahna’s encouragement I eventually “bit the bullet” and joined an adult ballet class in my forties. If you are looking for a fresh fitness challenge – or simply a way to meet other, like-minded people and have fun – I cannot recommend Hertsmere Academy enough. - Sarah Strugnell
