Northern Ballet School

Northern Ballet — Dance Classes In Leeds

Northern Ballet School is a well-known dance company and training institution in the Quarry Hill area of Leeds. It combines professional performance with a strong tradition of training dancers. It is of interest to serious students and to audiences who enjoy watching accomplished ballet.

About Northern Ballet

Audience members describe memorable performances and a warm, well-organised atmosphere at its events, from theatre productions to social occasions. Reviewers praise the talent on show and the diverse, friendly community around it. It suits those drawn to a professional standard of ballet, whether as students or spectators.

Classes & Dance Styles

As a dance company and training institution, its work centres on ballet at a serious level, so provision differs from a casual drop-in studio. People searching for dance classes in Leeds, dance lessons Leeds or ballet classes Leeds should contact it to understand what tuition, if any, is open to the public. Those looking for salsa classes Leeds, line dancing Leeds or adult dance classes Leeds are likely better served by a dedicated community teaching provider.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Because this is a company and training institution, the newcomer experience depends on whether you are attending a performance or enquiring about training. Get in touch to understand what is open to you, and dress appropriately for whichever applies.

Location & Contact

It is based in the Quarry Hill area of Leeds, close to the city centre and well served by public transport.

• Address: 2 St Cecilia St, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7PA
• Phone: +44 113 220 8000
• Website: https://northernballet.com/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 8:30 am-8:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am-8:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am-8:30 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am-8:30 pm
  • Friday: 8 am-8:30 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am-6 pm

What Dancers Say About Northern Ballet

4.7/5 from 34 Google reviews.

To all the members of the Company appearing this evening 1st October 2014 at Nottingham's Theatre Royal in The Great Gatsby:

Thank you for a wonderful evening of dance and music. I read the novel many years ago, saw the film with Robert Redford and Mia Farrow and when I saw you were performing this I did wonder what it would be like. The emotions shown by the dancers, their interpretation of the music and the costumes were just amazing.

I have been to many of your ballets and I always wonder what you will bring to us the next year but as always your wonderful company and musicians neve— Violet Kirk

Hi, all, went to the Dinner /Dance, last Friday, a nice welcome from Richard, to me and my wife, a welcome drink, then the agenda, Wow 10 out of 10, great meal, and the Dancers, from students to Adults, we're fantastic, Everyone chatted to you, Well organised,
An emotional experience, from an old Punk rocker, Go see the Northern Ballet,
MC, Jon, kept it going, funny chap,
We'll go again,
Well done to All the Team, Bedford chap, ex Halifax, 5 Stars— Edward48 Loughr

My son and daughter went to the Lyceum Theatre (Crewe) to watch the Ugly Duckling. Not only did they thoroughly enjoy it, but I was so pleased to see such diverse group of ballet dancers. Thank You Northern Ballet ! It means so much to us!— Kurt Arendse

Incredible facilities and world class tuition. You would struggle to find a better place to learn ballet.— Matthew Papworth

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is beginner-friendly at a dedicated class, though it is not the focus of this ballet-centred institution. Look to a local salsa provider to learn.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, complete beginners can learn salsa at the right class. This institution centres on ballet, so a community salsa class would suit better.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Adults can take up ballet, though provision here is geared towards serious training. Contact the school to understand what is open to adult learners.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no age too late to begin ballet for enjoyment, and adult classes exist for later starters. For recreational adult ballet a community class may be the better route.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Line dancing uses moves such as the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot and shuffle. This is not taught here, so seek a dedicated line-dance class.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short, repetitive routines are the easiest way in to line dancing. Look for a local class, as this institution focuses on ballet.

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