Zoe Epstein Ballet School

Zoe Epstein Ballet School is a ballet training school that provides Royal Academy of Dance syllabus classes for students aged 2.5 and above. Classes are taught by Zoe Epstein, a former professional ballet dancer with The Romanian National Ballet and a Royal Ballet School Mid and Advanced Associate Teacher, alongside professional dancer Miss Charis. The school offers training in a friendly and safe environment, developing creativity, musicality, discipline, physical strength, and flexibility while nurturing a love of ballet and dance. Training is available for children whether they aim to dance professionally or build confidence dancing with friends.

The school is based at the Dance Studio at Alec Reed Academy, Bengarth Road, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5LQ. Classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays after school. The nearest Underground station is Northolt Station on the Central Line, and direct buses include 90, 120, 140, and 282. The school is accessible by car from the A40/Target Roundabout, with Ealing Broadway, Harrow, Hayes, Ruislip, Uxbridge, and Wembley within 30 minutes.

The school offers ballet classes for all abilities and fitness levels, RAD exams, pre-vocational lessons and programmes, private lessons, audition preparation, exam coaching, school holiday workshops, and tap dance classes. Classes include Ballet Bunnies for preschoolers, Pre/Primary RAD Ballet, and graded RAD Ballet from Grade 1 to Grade 4 with pre-pointework. Classical technique and character dance are included from Grade 1 upwards. The pre-vocational programme includes both online and in-person training in small groups. Performance experiences and workshops are available to all students, and parents are invited to a demonstration class at the end of each term.

Children aged 2.5 and above can join the school. Every child is offered a free trial class and students are welcomed into class and assigned a buddy to help them settle in. Ballet classes are available for all abilities and fitness levels. Students from age 7 who demonstrate potential for vocational training are eligible for the pre-vocational programme through a trial audition class.

The school caters for students aged 2.5 and above, with classes ranging from Ballet Bunnies for preschoolers aged 2.5 to 4, through Pre/Primary classes for ages 4 to 7, and graded classes up to Grade 4 for ages 10 to 15. Classes are available for all abilities and fitness levels, from beginners to students aiming for vocational training.

The school offers pre-vocational programmes suitable for students aiming to enter vocational schools and associate programmes, with both online and in-person training available. Audition preparation is provided through private lessons and the pre-vocational programme. Previous students have gained places at White Lodge, Elmhurst Ballet School, Tring Park, Moorland International Ballet Academy, London Vocational Ballet School, and The Hammond, and many students are Associates at The Royal Ballet School and Central School of Ballet.

Classes are based on the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, which offers assessment and examination opportunities at every level. Opportunities for exams and class awards are offered to all students age 5 and above. Classes promote natural coordination, balance, agility, and artistic appreciation while training correct posture and strength. Regular classes help develop musicality, imagination, confidence in movement, and social skills.

Performance experiences and workshops are available to all students. Parents are invited to a demonstration class at the end of each term to observe their child's progress.

The school can be contacted by email at redacted@example.com or by phone at 07721 420 797. Messages will be replied to within 48 hours.