Our Ballet Classes
Cygnets Ballet Studio offers a wide variety of dance classes for all skill levels. Studio principle Nataliya Lebedyeva is passionate about helping each dancer reach their full potential and learn a full appreciation for the art in a fun environment.
Group Lessons
Our group ballet classes are for all levels from primary to advanced. We teach the NATD Russian style ballet curriculum and whilst most students participate in the grade examinations this is not compulsory. The age ranges below are approximate and to encourage the best development we will place your child into the most suitable class for their ability and prior experience.
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Primary - Ages 5 - 6
Grade 1 - Ages 6 - 8
Grade 2 - Ages 7-10
Grade 3 - Ages 8-12
Grade 4 - Ages 10-15
Private Tuition
One to one private tuition is available for students of all ages and abilities looking for extra coaching or confidence building. Whether students need some extra help preparing for grade exams, or entry to a national ballet school, Nataliya can provide personalised tuition experience. Private lessons are available in the Bury St Edmunds and Great Dunmow studios, and also remotely via Zoom.
Baby Ballet
For ages two to five, our nursery play dance classes are a fun way to gently introduce your little one to the joy of ballet.
Many of our students started with us in baby ballet at the age of four and have progressed through to performing arts schools or even national ballet academies
Advanced Classes
This class is a favorite among many of our students. Everyone loves the opportunity to explore the new dance moves taught in this class, while also mastering the classic moves. Our amazing instructors make sure everyone gets individual attention while keeping the class collaborative. Want to find out more? Get in touch with us today.
Adult Ballet (Ballet barre)
Adult ballet classes are great for beginners or past students looking to rekindle a love of ballet, or those simply looking for a fun muscle-toning exercise. We have pupils of all abilities from ages 20 to 70!
No tutu or prior experience of ballet is required, although you will need a moderate level of fitness and flexibility.
Performances and Workshops
During school holidays, our popular workshops give students an opportunity to study a well known ballet, and culminates in a fun performance for parents and family including costumes and props.