Introduction to Ballet
Absolute beginner online short course

for adults ages 18+, taught live on Zoom

Introduction to Ballet is the perfect live online short course for adults taking ballet for the first time or wishing to refresh the basics

Four-week Introduction to Ballet absolute beginner course
Live on Zoom

£28
Tuesday 15th September 2026
Tuesday 22nd September 2026
Tuesday 29th September 2026
Tuesday 4th October 2026
7.45-8.30pm BST
11.45am Pacific Time (PT)
12.45pm Mountain Time (MT)
1.45pm Central Time (CT)
2.45pm Eastern Time (ET)
8.45pm Central Europe Time (CEST)
Limited class – only 15 spaces available!
What do I need to join?

– An internet connection with camera connected (camera must be switch on for the duration of the class)
– A ballet barre or sturdy chair
– Water

Our sessions are adapted to smaller home spaces, however a minimum space of 2m x 2m is ideal. Before joining any session, please check that your space is that it is clear of any obstacles.

Are you a complete beginner wanting to take a ballet class for the first time?
Or maybe you're someone looking at refreshing the basics after many years away from ballet?

If the answer is yes, you're in the right place.

In our Introduction to Ballet short course you'll learn the foundations of classical ballet – correct positions of the arms and legs, basic ballet steps and their progressions, an introduction to basic techniques, plus ballet terminology. We welcome dancers of all ages and genders from any country in the world to join us in our friendly international online ballet school.

Many adult beginner ballet classes are often not truly a 'beginner' class – and the absolute beginner dancer is sadly left struggling at the back of the class when everyone else is already familiar with the basics. However in this course, we take everything right from the start and with absolutely no prior experience necessary, everyone is in the same situation. The course is also strictly for over 18s only, so you are learning amongst like-minded adult beginner ballet dancers.

But of course for those who have danced previously and are looking to re-start after a while away from ballet, this means that you have the opportunity to fill gaps in your knowledge, refresh the basics, gently and safely rebuild strength, and finish the course with a stronger and deeper understanding of the foundations of classical ballet.

Taught live on Zoom, our complete beginner online adult ballet course runs for four weeks. Each week of the course builds on the content of the previous week – but don't worry if you miss the lesson as you'll receive a recording of the class afterwards so you can catch up.

Why learn with us?

The Janet Lomas School of Dancing is an established classical ballet school of 48 years. Our ballet school now operates purely online with live classes on Zoom and we do not run a subscription service. Instead, we get to know and support all of our dancers – we are a traditional dance school... but online!

All of our teachers are fully qualified as ballet teachers (Licentiate level). This means that our teachers have reached a high level in ballet themselves, but have also extensively studied pedagogy and andragogy (the teaching of adult learners) with world-renowned international teaching associations of the Royal Academy of Dance and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Fully qualified teachers have to maintain a high standard and quality of teaching, follow safe dance practice and complete annual CPD requirements to maintain and update their knowledge. This means that classes are detailed, carefully planned, and you can be sure that you are receiving the highest quality in ballet tuition.
​Adult ballet classes can help with posture, mobility, flexibility, strength and muscle tone which is beneficial for adults of all ages.

We also work closely with adult sportspeople who use our online classes to enhance their sports training. 

Progressions after our adult Introduction to Ballet course

Upon completion of our complete beginners course, we are pleased to say that you will no longer be a complete beginner! You can progress into our weekly Wednesday 7.45-8.30pm Beginners/Improvers online adult ballet classes, live on Zoom.

In our Wednesday Beginners/Improvers classes you'll be able to enjoy developing your dancing and continue to build on your prior learning of technique and terminology from the complete beginner course. Plus you'll start learning longer pieces of choreography and ballet repertoire in your classes with the option of taking ballet exams (exams are always optional).

Our next Introduction to Ballet live online course is starting:
Tuesday 15th September 2026

Please contact us to receive your registration form

After doing a lot of research into adult ballet lessons I found the Janet Lomas School Of Dancing. This seemed like a perfect fit as it offered a four-week beginner ballet course and weekly ballet lessons. The beginner ballet course was an excellent introduction to ballet technique with a great amount of description and demonstration and the adult ballet lessons cater for varying abilities. The classes are a great opportunity to dance alongside people around the world, which is an experience that cannot be missed.
 
Jessica, Adult Ballet Student
Have you danced before?

Why not join our Monday or Wednesday weekly online adult ballet classes?
Are you aged 55+

Why not join one of our four online Silver Swans® adult ballet classes?

The benefits of joining our
online ballet classes

Belonging to a dance community, regardless of geographical location.

​Unlike a pre-recorded video or live social media video, you can receive real-time feedback so you can learn and progress.

Classes can help to improve posture, mobility, flexibility, strength and muscle tone

Hassle free and easy to access ​(saving petrol costs, parking costs and time driving to-and-from classes)

Provides access to fully-qualified and experienced teachers, giving you the opportunity to access high-quality dance classes.

Join our online social events, arranged exclusively for our adult dancers and Silver Swans.
"I want to say thank you for the absolute beginners course, which I have enjoyed so much. I feel like I've learnt a lot and can't tell you how much I've appreciated this opportunity"

Hannah, upon completion of our beginner course

FAQs

What will I need for online adult ballet classes?
  • A desktop computer, laptop, phone or tablet that has an internet connection and connected camera.
  • A ballet barre or sturdy chair
  • Suitable footwear (dance shoes recommended)
  • Water

Before joining any session, please check that you have lots of space and that it is clear of any obstacles. Please also check that your flooring is suitable.

Classes are hosted using Zoom – upon enrolling for our online classes, we email over instructions to help you get set up, and can talk you through if you have any difficulties.

What should I wear for classes?
Participants can wear anything they can easily move around in (no denim) for classes. You are not forced to wear a leotard if you don't want to! However, there are many beautiful styles of leotards and skirts that are available if you wish to really get more of a ballet feel for your classes.

Flat ballet shoes are recommended (whole sole or split sole, leather or canvas are best). No pointe or soft pointe shoes. If you are unsure, please feel free to email us.

Hair must be securely tied back and no jewellery.
Meet your adult ballet tutor
Johanna Hadley
I am a complete beginner – can I join your classes?
Yes! Our four-week online complete beginner adult ballet course is perfect for comlpete beginners or those wishing to refresh the basics. Upon completion of this course, you will have enough knowledge of steps and positions to join our weekly Zoom classes.

What type of adult ballet classes are these?
Our adult ballet sessions are traditional classical ballet classes. They are not barre fit exercise classes.

Can I join in if I'm in another country?
Our international classes are open to anyone from anywhere, so please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Classes are taught in English, however we are experienced with teaching dancers where English is not their first language.

Are your online classes hybrid classes (i.e. a face-to-face class that is being live streamed)?
Our online classes are taught as a purely online classes. This means that all the participants in the online class have the full attention of the teacher. Our adult ballet students are not 'just a number' in an unlimited-sized online class, where the teacher doesn't know the students names. Nor are our online classes taken as a hybrid class, with students streaming along, forgotten about, in the background of a face-to-face class.
We work hard to build a community atmosphere throughout all of our classes – we get to know each of our online dancers (and often their pets and family, too!) and welcome everyone into our global community. Plus, we also host online social events for our adults and Silver Swans!

Can I join in the class with my camera switched off?
We ask for participants to have their camera on at all times during the class. This is important for safety so that the teacher can check that the steps are being performed safely and correctly. It also makes a much more friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all participants if cameras are switched on.

What ages are in the adult ballet class and how many are in a class?
We place a strict limit on our online class sizes to ensure that the teacher can see all participants in the group.

In our beginner adult ballet course, anyone from age 18+ can join and there is no upper age limit. However upon completion of this course, our weekly adult ballet classes are for ages 18-55. If you are aged 55+, then we have a range of Silver Swans® classes that you can join (beginners to advanced classes are available).

What happens if I miss a class?
If you miss a class, you will receive a recording of the class for you to access at your convenience.

Do you do pointe work?
​We do not offer pointe work in our online adult ballet classes. ​

Do you offer exams for adults?
Yes, we offer ballet exams for adults.