Workshops & Masterclasses
Irish National Youth Ballet (INYB) Associate Programme 2026
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Sign-ups are now available for the mixed-gender Associate Programme (formerly the Prep Programme), running one Sunday per month at the Liffey Trust Studios.
What to bring
Appropriate ballet clothing. Any colour is acceptable.
A water bottle. There are no facilities at this venue to refill.
A notebook and pen to take exercise notes.
An exercise band.
Fees are €140 for the season, that works out at just €35 per session.
Who it's for
Dancers aged 9–18.
Mixed-gender programme, open to all levels.
Teachers are welcome to observe the December session.
What's included
Four Sunday sessions across the season, which works out at €35 per session.
Each session taught by an INYB staff member along with an assistant.
An invitation for all Associates to a special viewing of the INYB Cinderella dress rehearsal in early December. Please keep an eye out for your email later in the season.
Schedule
One Sunday per month at the Liffey Trust Studios.
Sunday 20th September 2026
Sunday 18th October 2026
Sunday 15th November 2026
Sunday 20th December 2026
Important
For the most up-to-date timings, please confirm via the official organiser website.
Workshop essentials
Bloch Zenith Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoes (Ladies, Pink)
The full-sole canvas slipper most adult beginners in Irish studios start in. Soft, forgiving, breathes well in a warm studio.
€26
Bloch Prolite 2 Split-Sole Canvas (Girls, Pink)
The split-sole canvas shoe kids graduate to once a teacher says their feet are ready - more articulation than full-sole, lighter for pointing.
€18
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