Angelina Jandolo Dance School teaches ballet lessons in Blackheath, running terms of classes each Tuesday across term time at St Michael and All Angels Church.
Below you’ll find a timetable for all Blackheath classes, split into tap and ballet groups. Our young, professional and friendly teachers follow the IDTA dance syllabus, but taking exams is optional rather than mandatory.
We also run numerous ballet, tap and street dance classes in Greenwich and Eltham nearby, for both adults and children. If you’re unsure which lesson will be better for you, you can always contact us for more information, or use the maps provided on each page to decide which venues are closer for you or your child.
Children’s dance classes in Blackheath
Children in Blackheath can take ballet and tap lessons with our dance school – you’ll find the full timetable below. We also offer dance lessons (including in some cases Street Dance) in other areas of London, including Greenwich, Eltham, Dulwich, Central London & Parsons Green. You can find out more about those areas by using the menu at the top of the page.
If you’re ready to book a lesson for your child in Blackheath, simply scroll down to check the timetable, and then click ‘book now’ at the bottom of the page.
Adult ballet classes in Blackheath
We do not currently offer adult lessons in Blackheath, but offer many very nearby.
You can book these classes now on our booking page, find out more about each location from the menu at the top of this page, or for more help call 07794 201531.
Blackheath timetable
Children’s classes
Primary ballet, primary tap and street dance: £9.50. Preparatory tap: £3. Ballet and tap grade 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5: £10.50
Payable by half-term after initial one-off-payment taster.
Tuesdays
St Michael and All Angels Church, 1 Pond road, Blackheath SE3 9JL
17:30 Ballet, primary, ages 5+
18:15 Tap, preparatory, ages 5+
Thursdays
St Michael and All Angels Church, 1 Pond road, Blackheath SE3 9JL
16:10 Ballet, preparatory, ages 3+
17:00 Ballet, grade 1, ages 7+
Adult classes
Ballet classes £10.50
Payable by half-term after initial one-off-payment taster.
Book your lessons
Payments are taken by term, but your very first lesson can be attended via a one-off payment, to check that you enjoy the class.
Need more info? Call us on 07794 201531
Ballet lessons in Blackheath – Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pay for ballet lessons in Blackheath ?
Our school offers a trial class (or ‘taster’) billed as a one-off payment of a single class. After the trial class, all fees are paid per half term.
For example, if you would like to try adult beginner ballet:
The trial class would be a single payment of £9.70. Then, the five weeks left in the half term would be billed for £48.50.
We also allow you to make up any missed classes on a different day of the week during the same half term.
You can book your taster directly by the booking form on this page!
Should I take ballet or tap classes, and what is the difference?
Ballet refers to classical technique which has been developed since the 15th century, using precise and highly formalised set steps and gestures.
Tap dance is of course the style that you’ll know best from the west end, but we tap to all sorts of music, from showtunes to modern pop!
The two classes are quite different in format, and ultimately which you prefer is down to your own personal preference.
Do you teach ballet and tap classes to complete beginners?
Yes. We currently teach complete beginner ballet classes in Blackheath, and for children offer graded levels too – scroll up to our timetable to find out which lessons are currently available!
Can I take ballet and tap exams if I’m learning to dance with you in Blackheath?
Our school is IDTA registered, and every year around June we offer all ballet and tap students the opportunity to enter for an exam relevant to their grade. It is not mandatory, but has proven to be very popular, as students are able assess their progress and feel a sense of achievement.
If they choose, adults will prepare for a ‘medal test’, which consists of a few dances that the whole class will learn over the Spring term.
IDTA is recognised by the Council for Dance Education and Training (CDET), and more information can be found on the IDTA website.
What are the differences between your beginner, intermediate and pointe classes?
Beginner classes are suitable for anyone who has had no previous experience, or for those who are returning to classes after a long break.
Intermediate classes are for anyone who has previous experience of dancing or has attended the beginner class for a while and would like to take their technique to the next level.
Pointes classes are more advanced, and are only open to people with previous dance experience at an intermediate level. The shoes worn in this class are reinforced at the tip to allow the wearer to stand on their toes.
Will I need any specific clothing or equipment for Blackheath ballet lessons?
If you are a beginner, you are very welcome to attend the class in socks and any sport clothes you feel comfortable moving in. For tap, trainers for your first class will be fine.
We recommend not wearing anything too baggy, to allow the teacher to see and correct the posture if necessary.
We also recommend wearing ballet/tap shoes if you wish to carry on with a regular practice, and have an affordable uniform for ballet and tap lessons, which can be ordered directly from teachers.
Term Dates
Summer 1
22/4/25 - 25/5/25 (5 weeks - No classes on bank holiday Monday 21/4 and 5/5 so Monday classes 3 weeks only)
Summer 2
2/6/25 - 20/7/25 (7 weeks)
Summer 3
21/7/2025 - 31/8/2025 (6 weeks - No classes on bank holiday Monday 25/8 so Monday classes 5 weeks only)
Autumn 1
1/9/25 - 26/10/25 (8 weeks)
Autumn 2
3/11/25 - 21/12/25 (7 weeks)
Spring 1
5/1/26 - 15/2/26 (6 weeks)
Spring 2
23/2/26 - 29/3/26 (5 weeks)
Summer 1
13/4/26 - 24/5/26 (6 weeks - No classes on bank holiday Monday 4/5 so Monday classes 5 weeks only)
Summer 2
1/6/26 - 19/7/26 (7 weeks)