UNFOLD Pre-Professional Programme: Term One 2026–27

UNFOLD is Active Dansa's monthly pre-professional programme in Lisburn, for committed dancers who want focused development in technique, performance and artistry. Term One runs one Sunday a month from 13 September 2026 to 17 January 2027, with guest teachers from the industry. Martin Dutton teaches ballet at the first session.

There are two companies: Juniors (P4 to P7) and Seniors (Year 8 and up). The programme costs £45 a month, or £200 for the five-session term. Places are by application through Active Dansa's website.

First session: Sunday 13 September 2026

Active Dansa had a limited number of places left in both companies for the first session.

Junior Company

• Ballet with Martin Dutton, 10.00am to 11.30am

• Lyrical with Joe Dubas, 11.45am to 12.45pm

• Technique and Conditioning with Mira Rendilheiro, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Senior Company

• Ballet with Martin Dutton, 11.45am to 1.15pm

• Technique and Conditioning with Joe Dubas, 1.15pm to 2.15pm

• Commercial and Lyrical with Joe Dubas, 2.15pm to 4.00pm

Adults can train with Martin the same afternoon at his adult ballet workshop.

Committed dancers in two companies: Juniors (P4 to P7) and Seniors (Year 8 and up). The programme is open to everyone, and Active Dansa looks for strong attendance and punctuality, a positive attitude and consistent involvement in the studio.

One Sunday a month. Term One dates:

• Sunday 13 September 2026

• Sunday 18 October 2026

• Sunday 15 November 2026

• Sunday 13 December 2026

• Sunday 17 January 2027

Term Two runs from February to June 2027.