Zoe Epstein Ballet School, holiday workshop, london

Holiday Workshops

Winter Workshop 2022

18th December, 10:30 - 13:00

Ages 10 - 14 years

Join our Winter Workshop this Christmas which includes a Classical Ballet Class with Zoe Epstein and Nutcracker Repertoire from Ava May Llewellyn from The Royal Ballet.

Open to students age 10-14 years, the Winter Workshop will start the Christmas magic in the beautiful studios at Danceworks (opposite Selfridges), giving parents time to get the last minute shopping ready too!

Fully Booked! - waiting list places only.

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Summer Workshop 2023

31st Jul. 1st & 2nd Aug. 2023

Ages 9 - 15 years

A 3-day Workshop taught by by ex-professional ballerina and current Royal Ballet School Associate Teacher, Zoe Epstein alongside professional guest teachers!

Held at the BBO Dance Studios, London, The Summer Workshop is aimed at both Pre Vocational and Vocational Students, focused on each individual furthering their classical ballet technique and artistry, including specialised conditioning and stretching, repertoire and (pre)/pointework. Each group will perform their learnt repertoire to family and friends on the final day.

Students will benefit from a minimum of 4 hours of dancing each day learning from both myself and exceptional guest teachers including Isabella Gasparini (The Royal Ballet), Ava May Llewellyn (The Royal Ballet) and Danielle Cato (West End Soloist). Whilst this is a primarily ballet focused course, students will also expand their experience with a West End Masterclass.

Places are limited to ensure small class sizes and will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis following a successful application with photographs. (Current students and those in full-time vocational training do not need to submit photographs).

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Pilates for Dancers

20th, 21st & 29th December, 10:00 - 11:00am

Ages 9+

During the holiday break, dancers will be able to keep up their training with three specialised Pilates for Dancer’s classes with Amelia Palmiero. Amelia trained at The Royal Ballet School and previously danced with The Royal Ballet Company. She knows what it takes to maintain fitness over the holidays, preparing dancers for a safe return to school and auditions in January!

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New Years Ballet Class

2nd January 2023, 10:00 - 11:30

Ages 10 - 14 years

Break yourself gently back into the New Year with a simple ballet and conditioning class taught by Zoe Epstein. Focusing on finding placement and alignment again ready to begin the new term and return safely to classes.

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Half Term Classes

Half Term Classes 2023

Feb Half Term , Dates TBC- Online PBT Workshop

Ages 9 - 15 years

During the October half term break, students age 9 - 15 years are invited to join an Online Progressing Ballet Technique Workshop with Philippa Dewsnap. These 1-hour workshops aim to develop each students' understanding of core stability, weight placement and alignment through muscle memory, enhancing their technique.

Classes can be taken individually and priority booking is given to all current students.

Junior Workshop

Date TBC, Alec Reed Academy, Northolt

Ages 3 - 9

Open to all children aged 3 – 9 years, the Spring Workshop includes ballet class, arts and crafts and repertoire inspired by the Pirate and Princess filled ballet, Le Corsaire!

Classes will be held from 10:00 - 12:30 and are led by Fully qualified teacher registered with Royal Academy of Dance and Royal Ballet School’s Teaching Diploma.

Spring Workshop

Technique Masterclass

27th Oct. 2023, 10:30 - 1:00, 2:00 - 4:30

Ages 9 - 15 years

Elevate your technique with a Masterclass taught by by ex-professional ballerina and current Royal Ballet School Associate Teacher, Zoe Epstein.

Join us at the beautiful Danceworks studios in London for a half-day Technique Masterclass designed for both Pre-Vocational and Vocational Students. Tailored to elevate your classical ballet technique and artistry, including audition technique to further your overall performance and presentation.

Places are limited to ensure small class sizes and will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis following a successful application with photographs. (Current students and those in full-time vocational training do not need to submit photographs).