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Our aim is to provide a fully inclusive, supportive and enjoyable setting for boys aged 4-16yrs who prefer to take dance classes within an all-male environment, with programmes tailored to focus on the male aspects of ballet.

We run frequent dance workshops that are open to any boys (inc non BBA pupils) aged between 4-17yrs. They are a wonderful opportunity for the boys to learn, experience and appreciate an array of dance forms.

Online lessons with Alex Cowie, former royal ballet dancer and qualified teacher

Ballet

Ballet is art, exercise and sport all in one. As the basic foundation for most forms of dance, ballet will improve line, posture, flexibility, alignment and strength. It can also be an outlet, helping to relieve stress and anxiety, as well as being lots of fun. Through this art form boys will also learn and […]

Dance Workshops

Taster Sessions

We welcome and encourage boys to try a class with us whether they are an experienced dancer or a complete beginner, we can accommodate all abilities, and it promises to be lots of fun.

Contemporary Dance Class

Contemporary Dance incorporates elements of lyrical Jazz, Ballet and Modern dance, it is an exciting fusion, allowing students to work through emotional and powerful routines.

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Posture & deportment

Dance requires strict body alignment for correct form, encouraging boys to have good posture and move with masculine grace.

Discipline & Focus

Dance can provide a great outlet to energetic boys, through this art form their energy can be transformed into something positive.

Strength & Endurance

Boys bring a power and force to dance and a great deal of total body muscular strength is gained through ballet techniques.

Coordination and Balance

Through dance a boy will gain greater control over his body. Continuous fluid movement is also acquired in dance, as well as speedy footwork skills.

Flexibility & Physical fitness

Dance is a physically challenging total body workout, that requires sharp athletic and mental capacities, whilst gaining healthy flexibility

Musicality & Creativity

Dance brings out the creative side in boys and keeps it alive, allowing them to express themselves through movement to music.