Dance, Contemporary within 5 miles of Edinburgh

Leonardo is celebrated as both an inspired artist and anatomist. This special event considers how contemporary artists, performers and scientists are informed by each other’s work in their exploration of the human body. Part of the Clod Ensemble’s Performing Medicine programme in collaboration with Wellcome Trust.

Come and learn the basic steps, style and history of BBoying (more commonly known as breakdance). From top rock to drops and from footwork to freezes, as well as timing and musicality, this class will give you the foundations you need to take your skills to the next level. Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor…

We know Nicki Minaj, Beyonc� and Shakira can shake it, but now it''s our turn to take over! In this fast-paced, fun class, we will cover styles from music video to reggaeton to pure pop; make sure you bring all your diva attitude.

Throughout this class, emphasis is on moving with ease, efficiency and fluidity. Focusing on alignment, breath, clarity of movement and musicality, the class moves from standing exercises for working on technique and stability through movement sequences and jumps that explore space, rhythm and shifting dynamics.

This class will introduce you to the fundamental elements of alignment, strength, flexibility, rhythm and momentum. From centre exercises to traveling across the space you will be challenged both mentally and physically whilst having the opportunity to explore expressive movement. Be prepared to sweat, smile and…

For more confident beginners who are looking for a slightly more challenging beginners class. Exercises will focus on safely preparing the body to move dynamically through space. We will develop strength, flexibility, momentum and expression whilst working up a sweat and enjoying the buzz that comes from dancing! We…

Exciting contemporary classics from established choreographers each of whom challenged their own genre of dance. Featuring Christopher Bruce’s 'Shift', an energetic study of 1940s factory workers during the war; Jirí Kylián’s 14´20˝ – a sensual duet of feral beauty and human entanglement taken from the choreographer’s…

We will focus on safely preparing the body to move, travelling in space and progressively building sequences as well as working with rhythm, expression and fun! Different variations of all movements will be given so that everyone can build upon the foundations they bring to class to boost their own skills. *Please note…

This class is suited to those with some previous experience contemporary or jazz movement. It will begin with a set warm-up fusing contemporary and jazz technique. Each week you will learn a different short sequence that will challenge you physically and emotionally and allow you to work on your musicality and…

This class emphasises placement, breath and musicality. A thorough technique warm-up is followed by traveling sequences and jumps that explore a dynamic use of the space, to the rhythms of wonderful live music. We recommend loose comfortable clothing and bare feet for all classes.

This technique class focuses on placement, control, breath and musicality. Emphasis is on finding a strong centre from which to explore movement with care, efficiency and fluidity. Technique exercises lead into longer travelling sequences and jumps to get you moving in the space to the rhythms of wonderful live music.

This class is suited to those with some previous experience contemporary or jazz movement. It will begin with a set warm-up fusing contemporary and jazz technique. Each week you will learn a different short sequence that will challenge you physically and emotionally and allow you to work on your musicality and…

This class emphasises placement, breath and musicality. A thorough technique warm-up is followed by travelling sequences and jumps that explore a dynamic use of the space, to the rhythms of wonderful live music. We recommend loose comfortable clothing and bare feet for all classes.

This class draws upon contemporary release technique, focusing on flow, dynamic movement and our connection to the floor. We will build and deconstruct technique, developing a stress-free relationship between dance, embodiment and floorwork. Booking is essential.

This festival within a festival celebrates the breadth of ballet from classic to contemporary. Featuring a diverse mixture of world premières, including work from Scottish Ballet, Scottish Dance Theatre and Gelabert Azzopardi Companyia de Dansa. Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival.

José Montalvo combines farce, burlesque and commedia dell’arte for the 21st century with urban and modern dance, film and slapstick comedy in his brilliant new show. Don Quixote, in his fifties, decides to achieve great things and finds himself in the dance halls, or Trocaderos, of Europe – traditional meeting and…

Bringing world-class arts to the capital since 1947, the EIF sets the standard for classical concerts, opera, dance and theatre, with performers drawn from around the world. Among this year's many highlights, curated on a theme of art and technology, are Scottish Ballet's Dance Odysseys, Beethoven's Fidelio rocketed into…

Scottish Ballet presents a World Premiere from La La La Human Steps Founder, Artistic Director and Choreographer Édouard Lock. Lock is renowned for his extreme, incandescent style of dance and his precise technique. His boldly challenging style has always attracted international attention. His creations are an arresting…

This is a filmed documentary on Jirí Kylián’s life, way of thinking and most significant creations. Shot in 2011 in The Hague, Prague, Monte Carlo and Paris with Sabine Kupferberg dancing as Kylián rehearses some of his works. Film directed by Christian Dumais-Lvowski and Don Kent.

So you’ve seen Beyonc� and Justin do it, now it’s your turn! Teaching you fresh new moves and choreography at a relaxed pace that suits you in a fun, friendly environment, it keeps you fit and up to date on the latest styles and hottest tracks. Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor trainers.

Do you enjoy dancing? And would you like to have a really good time with other young dancers! Then this is the class for you - hip hop with an emphasis on fun! This class will make Fridays the funkiest day of the week! Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor trainers.