Workshops & Special Events
Enrich Your Training Through Special Events at ABC
Adult Ballet Centre offers a range of workshops and special events designed to deepen knowledge, connect with community, expand artistic experience, and enrich the adult dancer’s journey.
From technique intensives and guest masterclasses to seasonal studio events and special artistic opportunities, these experiences are created to support adult dancers with clarity, inspiration, and meaningful progression.
At ABC, workshops and special and community events are not separate from training. They are part of the broader culture of learning, development, community connection and artistic engagement that supports adult dancers at every stage, these events are open to all adult ballet dancers across Australia and Internationally.
August Pointe Workshop
A specialist workshop for adult dancers exploring the process of preparing for pointe, the benefits of pointe training, and the foundations of pointe shoe education.
Designed to support safe, informed, and confident progression, this workshop may include discussions around readiness, strength, alignment, technique expectations, shoe selection, and the role of pointe within the adult ballet pathway.
November Five-Week Repertoire Series Workshop
Our November Five-Week Repertoire Series Workshop offers adult dancers the opportunity to explore ballet repertoire in greater depth across a dedicated multi-week training block.
Designed to support musicality, stylistic understanding, artistry, and performance confidence, this series allows dancers to engage more deeply with classical vocabulary and expressive interpretation within a structured and supportive environment.
Across the five weeks, dancers refine choreography progressively, building familiarity, confidence, and performance quality over time. This format creates a rewarding bridge between weekly training and more focused artistic development.
December In-Studio Performance
Our December In-Studio Performance offers adult dancers the opportunity to share their training and artistry in a more intimate and supportive studio setting.
This end-of-year performance experience allows dancers to present classwork, choreographed pieces, repertoire, or selected creative outcomes within the Adult Ballet Centre environment. It is a meaningful opportunity to build confidence, develop performance presence, and celebrate the progress made across the year.
The in-studio setting creates a calm and encouraging atmosphere, making it an especially valuable experience for dancers who wish to perform in a more immediate and connected environment.
Laneway Christmas Party-Community Event
Laneway Christmas Party
Our annual Laneway Christmas Party is a special end-of-year celebration that brings together the Adult Ballet Centre community in a warm, festive, and relaxed setting.
It is an opportunity for dancers, teachers, and the wider ABC community to celebrate the year’s training, performances, progress, and shared memories together.
More than a social gathering, it reflects the spirit of Adult Ballet Centre, where community and supporters are all valued as part of the adult dance journey.
January 2027 - Pirouette Masterclass Series
Adult Ballet Beginners and Progressive L2 - L4 Beginners - Intermediate
Are you looking to land the perfect Pirouette, or maybe two or more? This open workshop series will run for three weeks starting in January 2027, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. All are welcome. It is for adult ballet dancers at the beginner and above levels.
The class before the workshop at the Level 3 Classical Progression class is also open for booking if you want to warm up and swing a leg at the barre before you start on your pirouette masterclasses; this class begins at 6.30pm. Otherwise, you can join the workshop series at 8pm and pop in a little earlier to warm up in the studio.
Please find the booking button below to secure your spot; class numbers are limited.
Our fantastic adult ballet teachers love to break down complex sequences for you and give you many tips and tricks on mastering your pirouettes, a series of three consecutive wednesdays over three weeks.
Time: 8pm (60min - 75mins)
Cost inclusive three weeks:
$165 Includes GST
When: Thursday 6, 13 & 20 January, 2027 - Limited spaces
Where: Arnold Street Studio, Cheltenham. Contact Mollie on 0422 070 674 if you have any questions.
Valentine’s Day Ballet - Dance Together
Sunday 14 February | 5pm
Join us for a fun, light-hearted ballet class and bring along your partner, friend, or family member to share the experience.
This special Valentine’s Day event is designed for all levels — whether you already dance or are stepping into a ballet class for the very first time. It’s about celebrating connection, enjoying beautiful music, having a laugh, and sharing something joyful together.
Please book twice to include your guest in this community Valentine’s celebration.
The class will run for 75 minutes, followed by a relaxed social catch-up with light refreshments provided.
Booking options:
• Book as a casual/general booking
• Or attend using your active class pass or membership
Love is for everyone, and there’s no better way to celebrate than dancing together.