Ballet in Dublin
Dublin is home to more than 49 ballet schools, the largest concentration of adult ballet classes in Ireland, and a year-round calendar of professional and student performances. Whether you’re starting ballet for the first time or looking for a new school, this is the starting point for everything ballet in the capital.
Classes
Dublin offers ballet classes for every age and level — from creative movement for three-year-olds through to advanced adult ballet and pointe work. Most schools run evening and weekend classes for adults, with after-school and Saturday timetables for children. The city’s adult ballet scene has grown significantly, with dedicated beginner programmes now standard at most schools.
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Schools
Schools range from long-established institutions offering RAD and ISTD syllabus training to boutique studios specialising in adult ballet or contemporary approaches. Browse the full directory to compare schools by location, teaching style, and what they offer.
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Private Lessons
One-to-one instruction is available across Dublin for exam preparation, technique correction, or adults who prefer individual attention when starting out. Private lessons typically cost €50–€80 per hour.
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Shows & Performances
Dublin hosts the majority of Ireland’s professional ballet performances, with touring companies appearing at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Gaiety Theatre, and National Concert Hall. School performances run throughout the year.
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Find by Area
- North Dublin — Drumcondra, Glasnevin, Swords, Malahide, Blanchardstown
- South Dublin — Rathmines, Dún Laoghaire, Dundrum, Blackrock, Stillorgan