Extension Program
Bespoke program for talented young dancers 8-17 years
(Held in after school hours)
By audition or invitation only
Staying in school but looking for focused, high-quality ballet training in the afternoons?
Our Extension Programme at Queensland National Ballet School has been specifically designed for dedicated young dancers who continue their mainstream academic education while taking the next step in their ballet training.
Structured around the Russian Vaganova Method of Classical Ballet, this selected and elite small class gives our students the one on one attention and structured training needed at this crucial age. The hands on approach partnered with developing passion and aspiration for dance. Constancy of training at this age is so important for our dancers progression.
This transitional programme is perfect for students who are ready for a more serious and focused training environment without leaving school.
✨ Our Extension Programme offers:
• Afternoon classes designed around school hours
• Concentrated classical ballet training with a strong technical focus
• Training in the prestigious Russian Vaganova Method
• Highly qualified, experienced professional faculty
• Boutique class sizes with individual attention
• A nurturing, holistic environment where every dancer is supported to thrive
• A clear pathway into our Elite and Full-Time Training Programmes
At Queensland National Ballet School, we believe passionate dancers deserve exceptional training, expert guidance, and an environment that inspires them to reach their full potential.
Stay in school. Train with purpose. Reach your potential.
Small classes, hands on corrections, concentrated, building confidence and passion.
Description
The Extension Program 2026
Junior- Monday and Thursday (Level 1)
Intermediate- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (Level 3)
Senior- Monday, Wednesday and Thursday (Level 5)
Program consists of
Elite Specialist Ballet coaching, ACB exam syllabus classes (only available to our EP students), strength and conditioning class (using the QNB curriculum), Flamenco (for dynamics and musicality) *Contemporary and Beginners pointe/Advanced Pointe and Repertoire coaching classes in Intermediate and Senior level.
In addition to our Elite Boutique Program, our students have access too
RAD/ACB Examinations,Full Length Ballet- End of year Performance, Term 3 Junior concert, private lessons, additional classes in Jazz, Contemporary, Pointe, Acro/stretch, Term viewing week (term 1-3), ability to compete in solo eisteddfods and workshops with Guest teachers.
