City Adult Ballet

Janes ballet classes are an absolute delight. They are truly a highlight of each week, a space in which we are not just taught, but challenged and nurtured. Jane is extremely supportive and warm, at the same time as teaching to an excellent standard. Im particularly impressed at the way she can teach a group of both beginner dancers and advanced together. It benefits us as more novice dancers to have the model of the experienced dancers in the shared part of the class, and then we also get the pleasure of watching them rehearse their repertoire at the end! Jane has created a wonderful atmosphere of supportive and welcoming community, where genuine warmth and mutual respect are as intrinsic to the class experience as the classwork. She communicates through how she treats us that she believes in us as dancers, which then draws from us a higher level of technique and musicality. I love these classes and cannot recommend them highly enough: I never leave without feeling that the world has become a more beautiful place for having spent this time in the beauty of ballet and this group, led by such a dedicated and caring teacher. Thank you, Jane.
Aug 8th, 2022

I have sampled adult ballet classes all over the world and cannot believe my luck that my absolute favourite is right here in Melbourne. Jane is welcoming, encouraging and so much fun. She helps dancers think beyond the steps and motivates us to be playful and expressive in our execution of the steps. This is most fun when she provides a taste of repertoire! In the few months I've been coming to class, it has quickly become my favourite part of the week.
Apr 28th, 2022

Coming from years of ballet and tertiary level dance training, it has been wonderful to find classes that have a balance of being serious/challenging and relaxing/fun. Jane has an understanding of each dancers goals and will be there to support and push you to achieve them. Even achieving things you didnt think you could! It amazes me every week how Jane is able to create an environment for dancers who are either in the peak of their dance career, auditioning, finding dance as a hobby or returning after many years. The open intermediate class is suitable for all intermediate level dancers no matter what your purpose for attending class is because the one thing we all have in common is a love for dance.
Apr 7th, 2022

Everyone is so lovely here. Jane makes you feel comfortable in class and its great fun no matter how much of a beginner you are.
Jan 14th, 2022

Jane, the founder of City Adult Ballet is a very kind and inspiring teacher with artistry ,musicality and humour. There must be many adults who want to start learning ballet but still deciding to step forward. I was one of them because ballet is for young people or adults who has the experience already. But my anticipation was wrong, she and class environment are very welcoming so now I can say that I have strong passion for dance. I am sure you can nurture your passion to express yourself through this class regardless of your dance experience. Never too old, just give it a try!
Dec 19th, 2021