Ballet Beginners Dance Class in Edinburgh

Ballet Beginners/Improvers Course

Ballet Beginners/Improvers

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About the Class

Autumn Term 2026
14 September–13 December (on sale midday, 24 June, or 23 June for Friends)
Age:14+

£130 (Conc. £115) - 13 Week Course

Teachers: Oran Longmuir (Thursdays) & Jonathan Burnett (Fridays)

Born in the Italian Renaissance, Ballet took many turns across Europe (with some great leaps in France and Russia) before landing on the world's largest stages in its modern, athletic form. Ballet is characterised by its technical precision, elegance and captivating artistry. At Dance Base, our Ballet classes range from classical to modern, beginners to professional—but they are always inclusive. There is a space at the barre for everyone at Dance Base.

This Beginners/Improvers course is designed to explore the fundamentals of Ballet technique, learning the basic steps and positions to develop a movement vocabulary. Whether you have some experience or none you are welcome to join us in the studio and explore how ballet can improve your strength, poise and confidence. Step up to the barre please!

Please wear ballet slippers or socks, and comfortable clothing you can move in. Don't forget a bottle of water!

Meet the Teachers

Oran Longmuir

Oran is a freelance dance and circus artist who has been based in Edinburgh since 2013, when he gained a place on the DEBS programme at Dance Base under the mentorship of Matthew Hawkins. He works with a variety of companies including All or Nothing, Proteus Theatre, In The Making Collective and Éowyn Emerald & Dancers. They also make their own work and are the co-creator of dance theatre show Q-fforia as well as making work for cabarets, festivals and arts events.

Oran has been teaching ballet and other styles for many years and loves sharing their passion for dance.

How to prepare

Wear comfortable clothing. Not too baggy, as your teacher needs to be able to see your posture, and wear soft ballet shoes.

You are not required to have dance uniform of leotard and tights, but you are welcome to wear them, if you wish.

Don’t forget your bottle of water.

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