Let's Dance!
Dance for everyone
We’re supporting Let’s Dance! led by Angela Rippon, who is on a mission to get the nation dancing, by offering a free day of dance on Sunday 8 March.
Scottish Ballet is proud to take part and will open our studios to the community for a day of taster dance experiences for all ages.
Whether you’re brand new to dance or already love to move, our friendly team of dance artists will guide you through classes that focus on creativity, confidence and feeling good. Everyone is welcome — no previous experience needed.
To book, please click the relevant studio or online class below.
Health Classes
General Health Class Studio
Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm
Want to dance, and have the option to remain seated? This class is for you! This fun dance class is an enjoyable way to improve your balance, brain health, posture and mobility.
Suitable for participants of all abilities. For adults 18+ years old. Prefer to join from home? An online option is listed.
General Health Class Online
Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm
Want to dance, and have the option to remain seated? This online class is for you! This fun dance class is an enjoyable way to improve your balance, brain health, posture and mobility.
Suitable for participants of all abilities. For adults 18+ years old.
Health at Hand® Studio
Time: 1pm – 1.30pm
This short class features gentle movement and breathing techniques that will nourish and rejuvenate you. For adults 18+ years old. Prefer to join from home? An online option is listed.
Health at Hand® Online
Time: 1pm – 1.30pm
This short online class features gentle movement and breathing techniques that will nourish and rejuvenate you. For adults 18+ years old.
General Health Class Studio
Time: 2.15pm – 3.15pm
Want to dance, and have the option to remain seated? This class is for you! This fun dance class is an enjoyable way to improve your balance, brain health, posture and mobility.
Suitable for participants of all abilities. For adults 18+ years old. Prefer to join from home? An online option is listed.
General Health Class Online
Time: 2.15pm – 3.15pm
Want to dance, and have the option to remain seated? This online class is for you! This fun dance class is an enjoyable way to improve your balance, brain health, posture and mobility.
Suitable for participants of all abilities. For adults 18+ years old.
Health at Hand® Studio
Time: 3.45pm – 4.15pm
This short class features gentle movement and breathing techniques that will nourish and rejuvenate you. For adults 18+ years old. Prefer to join from home? An online option is listed.
Health at Hand® Online
Time: 3.45pm – 4.15pm
This short online class features gentle movement and breathing techniques that will nourish and rejuvenate you. For adults 18+ years old.
Adult Classes
Absolute Beginners Ballet
Time: 11.15am – 12.15pm
A fun and welcoming class for those completely new to ballet. You’ll learn the absolute basics of classical ballet technique, and increase your co-ordination, balance and confidence in dance. For adults 16+ years old.
Intro to Ballet (60+)
Time: 12.30pm – 1.30pm
For adults 60+ years old who are brand new to ballet or returning after many years away. A fun class that will focus on building strength and balance through simple barre work and graceful movement combinations.
Absolute Beginners Ballet
Time: 2.15pm – 3.15pm
A fun and welcoming class for those completely new to ballet. You’ll learn the absolute basics of classical ballet technique, and increase your co-ordination, balance and confidence in dance. For adults 16+ years old.
Professional Repertoire Class
Time: 3pm – 4.30pm
Drawing on Gene Kelly’s pioneering and influential choreography, this class will explore Scottish Ballet’s production of Starstruck. The class is for professional and advanced level dancers aged 16+.
Beginners Ballet
Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm
This class, you will go over the fundamentals of ballet before developing and building technique through exercises and fun. Perfect for dancers with some previous ballet experience. For adults 16+ years old.
Classes for Young People
Pre-school Creative Dance Class (Ages 3-5)
Time: 11.30am – 12.15pm
A warm and welcoming introduction to dance where little ones and their grown-ups can explore movement together in a playful, supportive environment. One adult will participate with their young dancer.
Sold out
Young People’s Creative Dance Class (P1-4)
Time: 12.45pm – 1.30pm
Young dancers will discover ballet through imaginative play, learning steps and creating movement in a fun, encouraging space. Perfect for igniting young imaginations. For young dancers in Primary 1-4.
Sold out
Young People’s Creative Dance Class (P5-7)
Time: 2pm – 2.45pm
Young dancers will explore creative movement and develop their dance skills through engaging activities that inspire confidence and creativity. For young dancers in Primary 5-7.
Other Let’s Dance Events
Time to Dance® Seated Movement Class (Online)
For Care Homes and Day Centres.
Wed 25 Feb, 11am – 11.40am
Online dementia friendly class featuring live music and gentle seated movements based on Scottish Ballet’s repertoire.
Dance for MS Class (Online)
Mon 2 Mar, 10am – 11.30am
SB Elevate® is a dance programme featuring live music that supports the wellbeing of people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Suitable for participants of all abilities. Seated and standing options.
Dance for Parkinson’s Class (In person & Online)
Tues 3 Mar, 1.30pm – 3pm
DPS is a warm, supportive dance class featuring live music for people living with Parkinson’s. Studio or online places available. Suitable for participants of all abilities. Seated and standing options. Please directly contact dancehealth@scottishballet.co.uk for studio places.
Let’s Dance! Sunday 8 March Timetable
| Engagement Studio | Studio 1 | Studio 2 |
|---|---|---|
| General Health Class
(Hybrid) 11.30am – 12.30pm |
Absolute Beginners Ballet
11.15am – 12.15pm |
Pre-school Creative Dance Class
(Ages 3 – 5) 11.30am – 12.15pm |
| Health at Hand
(Hybrid) 1pm – 1.30pm |
Intro to Ballet
(60+ years old) 12.30pm – 1.30pm |
Young People’s Creative Dance Class (P1 – 4)12.45pm – 1.30pm |
| General Health Class
(Hybrid) 2.15pm – 3.15pm |
Absolute Beginners Ballet
|
Young People’s Creative Dance Class
(P5 – 7) 2pm – 2.45pm |
Health at Hand(Hybrid)3.45pm – 4.15pm |
Beginners Ballet
3.30pm – 4.30pm |
Professional Class
3pm – 4.30pm |
