2026 Programme Dates
SeptemberSunday 6th September
OctoberSunday 4th October
NovemberSunday 1st November
DecemberSunday 6th December
YDP September Classes
Monthly Sunday training at RWCMD.
A clear programme of Sunday sessions for Juniors and Mids, with professional coaching, creative development and a recital pathway.
Programme Details
Designed to inspire and develop the next generation of dancers.
Held monthly at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, each session gives talented young dancers the chance to refine technique, build confidence and develop performance skills within a supportive environment.
Students benefit from expert tuition, creative coaching and performance opportunities, helping them grow both technically and artistically throughout the year.
Venue
Richard Burton TheatreRoyal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Castle Grounds, Cathays Park
Cardiff CF10 3ER
An inspiring Cardiff setting for the Young Dancer Programme and its recital.
The Venue
A closer look at the Richard Burton Theatre.
Explore the performance space at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff.
Programme Dates
2026–2027 YDP Sunday dates.
2027 Programme Dates
JanuarySunday 11th January
FebruarySunday 8th February
MarchSunday 7th March
AprilSunday 4th April
MaySunday 2nd May
JuneSunday 6th June
Sunday Session Times
Clear arrival, training and finish times.
10–14
Mid’s Programme
Arrival & Registration: 9:30am
Session: 9:45am – 12:30pm
Finish: 12:30pm
6–9
Juniors Programme
Arrival & Registration: 12:30pm
Session: 12:45pm – 2:30pm
Finish: 2:30pm
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Annual Recital
Sunday, 25th July 2027
Richard Burton Theatre
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Castle Grounds, Cathays Park
Cardiff CF10 3ER
Why Join?
A strong pathway for aspiring young dancers.
Professional ballet coachingIndividual artistic developmentMonthly training at RWCMDPerformance and recital opportunitiesSupportive learning environmentSmall group trainingClear pathway for aspiring dancersRoyal Ballet Affiliate Programme inspired teaching
Ask about the September intake.
Contact Ballet Academy Cymru to discuss suitability, spaces and the next steps for your child.
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Parents’ Voice & Ideas
Have a suggestion, a fundraising idea or feedback to share? Your voice helps us make Ballet Academy Cymru an even better place for our dancers and families.
Parents’ Voice & Ideas
Together, we help every dancer flourish.