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Excellence Through Training
Join us this August for four inspiring days of intensive dance training designed to help young dancers return to the studio feeling confident, motivated and ready for the year ahead.
Curated by Artistic Director Louise Bennett, our Summer Masterclasses offer students the opportunity to develop their technical skills, broaden their artistic understanding and learn from experienced industry professionals in a supportive vocational environment.
Across four themed days, dancers will explore a range of disciplines including Classical Ballet, Contemporary Technique, Jazz, Repertoire, Solos and Pas de Deux. Each day offers a different focus, allowing students to immerse themselves in new styles, challenge themselves creatively and gain valuable insight from guest teachers. Whether attending a single day or the full course, students will benefit from expert tuition, individual attention and a stimulating programme designed to support their ongoing development.
Who Are These Masterclasses For?
The Summer Masterclasses are designed for committed young dancers who are passionate about developing their skills and broadening their dance experience.
The programme is ideal for:
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Students considering vocational dance training in the future
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Current vocational dance students looking to maintain and develop their training during the summer break
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Young dancers wishing to strengthen their technique before returning to classes in September
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Students who enjoy exploring different dance styles and learning from experienced industry professionals
Classes are carefully tailored for both Junior and Senior age groups, ensuring students receive age-appropriate training and support throughout the course.
Summer Masterclass Faculty
Our summer masterclasses are delivered by an exceptional faculty of internationally recognised artists and educators. Each masterclass offers students the opportunity to train with highly experienced professionals who bring global performance and teaching experience into the studio.
Stay tuned for our guest faculty announcements coming soon.
Paxton Ricketts
Junior and Senior Group: Improvisation
27th August
Junior and Senior Group:
Contemporary Technique 28th August
Paxton Ricketts (@paxtini) was born in Denmark and grew up in Canada. He trained at Arts Umbrella Dance from the age of 9 until 19.
In 2014, Paxton joined Nederlands Dans Theater 2 and moved to Nederlands Dans Theater 1 in 2017. During his time with the company, he toured worldwide, performing work by world-renowned choreographers, before leaving the company in 2024. He has also performed with Ballet BC, Wen Wei Dance, Adam Linder Studio, Fran Diaz and Korzo Theater, among others. As a choreographer, Paxton has created dozens of works for stage, film, and site-specific venues. In 2022, he studied choreography under Crystal Pite during her creation at The Royal Ballet. In 2023, he participated in the Pioneer Project hosted by Korzo Theater. Recently, Paxton has choreographed new works for GöteborgsOperans Danskompani (Sweden), The Place (UK), Kammerballetten (Denmark), NDT Summer Intensive (Netherlands), Fabula Collective (UK), Korzo Theater (Netherlands), Sonder Ensemble (Germany), Arts Umbrella Dance (Canada), HD Theatre (USA) Club Guy & Roni Spring Seminar (Netherlands), and Thorvaldsens Museum (Denmark). His work was a semi-finalist in the 2022 Rotterdam International Duet Choreography Competition. He was selected as an Aerowaves Twenty25 Artist for his work “Live! Not to be missed. Touring Regionally.”
Photo 1 by Michelle Rose (@romifolder)
Isabelle Brouwers
Junior Group:Repertoire and Solos
Senior Group: Ballet and Solos
26th August
Isabelle Brouwers is an international dancer, educator and cultural leader, and the Artistic Director of Yorkshire Ballet Seminars. After training at The Royal Ballet School and English National Ballet School, and winning the Silver Medal at the Genee International Ballet Competition, she joined English National Ballet, where she performed for a decade at venues including the Paris Opera, Bolshoi Theatre, Sadler’s Wells and Royal Albert Hall. Alongside her performing career, Isabelle has led international education projects, written for Dance Europe and Tanz magazines, completed the Royal Academy of Dance Professional Dancers’ Teaching Diploma with Distinction, and undertaken leadership training through Cranfield, LSE and Aspen UK. Isabelle is a Trustee of London Vocational Ballet School.
Masterclass Details
Tuesday 25th August – Back to Ballet
Wednesday 26th August – Solos and Pas de Deux
Thursday 27th August – Contemporary and Jazz
Friday 28th August – Ballet and Contemporary
Time: 10:00 – 16:00 daily
Location: London Vocational Ballet School
58 Bulwer Street, London W12 8AP
Age Groups:
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Junior Group: Students entering Years 5–8
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Senior Group: Students entering Years 9–12
Course Fees:
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£105 + VAT per student (daily ticket)
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£399 + VAT per student (full four-day course)
Places are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Book individual days or secure your place on the full four-day programme