Ballet Workshops & Intensives

Focused ballet training for adult dancers, aspiring young professionals and dance students, led by Emma Layne in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Develop technique, musicality, artistry and performance through workshops designed for different ages, levels and training goals.

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VIEW 18 DECEMBER INTENSIVE

Young Professional Ballet Intensive

The Hammond, Chester

Friday 18 December 2026
12:30 – 4pm

Designed for aspiring young dancers aged 10–16 who are planning and auditioning for vocational dance training from age 16, or taking part in a UK associate programme who are considering a future in professional dance.

The Hammond Studio Theatre

See where the 2026 Intensive takes place
Dancers will train in The Hammond’s Studio Theatre, combining focused studio work with the opportunity to develop performance quality in a theatre environment.

Chester · Studio Theatre

Student Registration: £107

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1. Classwork

Inside the Intensive

Detail-focused barre work, 1-1 corrections and pointe work, with emphasis on audition readiness and confidently picking up combinations.

2. Discussion

Guided conversations for students and parents around vocational auditions, upper schools, training abroad and professional dance careers.

3. Repertoire

La Bayadère variation and corps de ballet repertoire, developing artistry and performance quality through solos which can be taken to competition stages.

Explore the Day in More Detail

Classwork, repertoire and professional insight each play an important role in preparing dancers for auditions, competitions and future training opportunities.

    • Detail-focused barre work

    • 1-1 corrections

    • Pointe work

    • Audition readiness

    • Practice picking up combinations

    • Lines rotated throughout class

    • Senior dancers may practise classwork on pointe, subject to pre-assessment.

    • Student & parent circles

    • Vocational auditions

    • Upper schools UK & abroad

    • Training & dancing abroad

    • Company & stage life

    • Professional life & career

    • La Bayadère variation & corps de ballet sections

    • Focus on artistic details

    • Small groups

    • Learn professional repertoire from Opera House stages

    • Develop performance quality in the theatre

    • Solo and corps de ballet repertoire will be explored and performed in small groups.

    • Parents are welcome to watch from the Studio Theatre, with up to two seats available per student.

Student Registration: £107

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See Emma’s Workshops in Action

Take a look inside a studio repertoire workshop and see the focused, supportive environment Emma creates for dancers to develop their technique, artistry and confidence.

Workshops for Every Stage

  • Adult ballet dancers at the barre during a workshop.

    Adult Ballet Workshops

    For beginner, intermediate and advanced adult dancers.

    Focused workshops for adults looking to develop their ballet training in a supportive and enjoyable group environment.

    Sessions can explore technique, musicality, artistry, performance quality and repertoire, with content adapted to the experience of the dancers attending.

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  • Ballet dancers preparing for a studio workshop.

    Young Professional Workshops

    For aspiring dancers currently in training.

    Specialist workshops for students training in both
    non-vocational studios and vocational schools, with valuable advice as well as personal corrections designed to complement their regular dance training.

    Sessions can include focus on ballet technique, artistry and performance, giving dancers additional experience and professional insight in the ballet career.

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  • Young ballet dancers receiving coaching during a studio session.

    Repertoire Workshops

    For dancers aged 8–16.
    Explore professional ballet repertoire in the studio gaining professional insight and working in an encouraging environment with dancers welcomed from dance schools across the UK.
    Age groups: 8–11 · 11–14 · 14–16

    Popular repertoire has included Swan Lake, La Bayadère, Paquita and The Nutcracker, with new repertoire introduced each season.

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FROM STUDIO TO THEATRE

International Masterclass Collaboration

A studio-theatre masterclass delivered in collaboration with internationally acclaimed Ballet Master Yannick Boquin, bringing students together for classical classwork, coaching and professional insight alongside professional dancers.

These collaborations offer dancers valuable exposure to professional training environments, helping them explore the technical detail, artistry and discipline involved in advanced ballet training.

Royal Academy of Dance Intensives

Royal Academy of Dance students in a workshop

For dance schools and student groups preparing for RAD examinations.

Emma works directly with Dance School Principals to provide focused exam preparation in the final months leading up to the examination date.

Coaching is tailored to the level and needs of the students, offering focused technical guidance alongside students’ regular training.

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Seasonal Tots Ballet & Tap

young ballet dancers in a tots ballet class

Little Dancers, Big Imaginations

Occasional seasonal workshops introducing younger children to ballet and tap through movement, music and creativity.

18 months – 3 years · 3 – 4.5 years · 4.5 – 6 years

Sessions are offered on selected dates or for small groups by request.

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Interested in Booking a Ballet Workshop?

Register your interest and Emma will be in touch to discuss your dancers, level, location and the type of workshop you’re looking for.

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