Pre-Ballet Courses
EDCN CoursesPRE-BALLET COURSES 2026/2027
Our Pre-Ballet Courses are a complementary part of EDCN’s Educational Project. They aim to provide dance training and promote an interest in dance among younger children. At the same time, they seek to attract new candidates to EDCN’s regular courses.
The Pre-Ballet Courses provide an introduction to dance education for primary school-aged children. Their aim is to introduce students to the basic principles of dance technique, enabling them to pursue further studies in this field at a later stage. Although the Pre-Ballet Courses are part of an independent, non-professional project, they provide an important introduction to dance for children in these age groups. As such, they take place within a shared environment with the professional courses, in accordance with EDCN’s Internal Regulations.
Enrolments For The Year 2026/2027
Timetables will be published here from 15 September 2026 onwards.
Start of activities: 22, 23, 24 and 26 September 2026 (Trial Classes)
Re-enrolment period for the 2026/2027 academic year: 15 to 18 September 2026.
New enrolment period for the 2026/2027 academic year: 28 September to 1 October 2026.
Regular classes will begin on 6 October 2026.
All interested applicants must complete the enrolment process within the relevant periods, in accordance with the information provided under the “Enrolment” / “Tuition Fees and Payment Methods” sections.
Information: cursoslivres@edcn.pt
Regulation and Forms
What we offer:
- Qualified teachers with teaching experience;
- Accompanying musicians during classes, providing an environment of artistic quality and excellent working conditions;
- An eclectic curriculum;
- A dynamic and challenging Activity Plan, involving the participation of parents and guardians;
- Well-equipped studios with the necessary conditions for safe dance practice;
- Close contact with the reality of professional dance education;
- Assistance with hair and clothing before classes;
- Performance experience (studio and stage performances).
Goals:
- Develop an interest in and enjoyment of dance;
- Develop proprioceptive awareness of the body (flexibility, coordination, alignment and control);
- Develop kinaesthetic skills (spatial perception and spatial projection);
- Understand, master and develop the basic principles of dance technique;
- Promote expressiveness and interpretation;
- Develop dynamics and musicality;
- Discover individual artistic potential;
- Promote regular attendance and a sense of commitment;
- Encourage the attitudes and behaviours required for this type of class;
- Provide students with the fundamental technical skills required to pursue further studies in dance.
Classes:
- TDC 1/2 – Classical Ballet Technique for 1st and 2nd Years – Development of the fundamental technical skills and core ballet vocabulary.
- TDC 3/4 – Classical Ballet Technique for 3rd and 4th Years – Development of the fundamental technical skills and core ballet vocabulary.
- Floor Barre – Physical conditioning work aimed at optimising students’ physical fitness for dance practice.
- Choreographic Studio – Discovery and exploration of the body as an instrument of expression and communication.
- Spanish Dance – Introduction to Classical Spanish Dance.
- Introduction to Contemporary Movement – Introduction to the fundamental concepts of contemporary movement.
- Physical Conditioning – Physical conditioning work aimed at optimising students’ physical fitness and helping them overcome individual difficulties in dance (exclusively for students enrolled in EDCN’s Professional Dance Course).
- Dança+ – Class within the High-Performance (AR) Programme of the EDCN Dance Beginners Course (+INFO: Please refer to the Regulations).
Activity Plan:
- Open classes for family and friends;
- Topic-based classes associated with national celebrations (Christmas, Carnival, Easter, etc.);
- End-of-Year Performance.
Pre-Ballet Courses Schedule 2026/2027
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Studio 1 |
Gym |
Studio 2 |
Studio 2 |
Studio 1 |
Studio 4 |
Gym |
Studio 1 |
Studio 2 |
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09.00 – 10.00 |
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Floor Barre 1-2 + 3-4 Teresa D. Alexandre D. |
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10.00 – 11.00 |
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TDC 1/2 Teresa D. |
TDC 3/4 Inês G. Alexandre D. |
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11.00 – 12.00 |
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Choreographic Studio Inês G. |
Contemporary Mov. Init. Teresa D. Alexandre D. |
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12.00 – 13.00 |
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Spanish Dances 1-2 + 3-4 Cláudia P. |
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17.00 – 18.00 |
Physical Condition – A – Inês C. |
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17.30 – 18.30 |
Floor Barre 1-2 + 3-4 Inês G. |
Floor Barre Dança + Inês C. Eleni S. |
Floor Barre Dança + Teresa D. |
Floor Barre 1-2 + 3-4 Diana V. |
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18.30 – 19.30 |
TDC 3/4 Inês G. Alexandre D. |
TDC 3/4 Dança + Inês C. Eleni S. |
Contemporary Dança + Teresa D. |
TDC 3/4 Inês Gil Eleni S. |
Physical Condition – B – Diana V. |
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All classes take place outside regular school hours:
4 weekdays (no classes on Fridays): 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturdays: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Classes 2026 / 2027
TDC 1/2
Classical Ballet Technique
Classical Ballet Training, Covering the main vocabulary of basic ballet technique
TDC 3/4
Classical Ballet Technique
Classical Ballet Training, Covering the main vocabulary of basic ballet technique
Floor Barre
For optimization of students’ physical performance in dance
Choreographic Studio
Discover and explore how the body can be used as an instrument of expression and communication
Spanish Dances
Spanish Dances initiation
Contemporary Movement Initiation
An introduction to the Contemporary Concepts
Physical Condition
Working to optimize physical condition, and assist students in overcoming individual difficulties in dance
(for EDCN students only)
(for EDCN students only)
Dança +
Class within the High-Performance (AR) Programme of the EDCN Dance Beginners Course (+INFO: Please refer to the Regulations)
Dance Teachers and Accompanying Musicians
Cláudia Pargana
Spanish Dances
Diana Vieira
Floor Barre
Physical Condition
Inês Gil
TDC 3/4
Floor Barre
Teresa Dias
TDC 1/2
Floor Barre
Inês A. Costa
TDC 3/4
Floor Barre
João Lara
Spanish Dances
Alexandre Quintas
Accompanying Musician
Eleni Stavrianou
Accompanying Musician
Administrative Services
All matters relating to the Pre-Ballet Courses should be dealt with:
via email | cursoslivres@edcn.pt
Administrative Services: cristina.mateus@edcn.pt
or by telephone | 21 340 80 30
Payments must be made by bank transfer to:
IBAN: PT50 0781 011201120012621 13
Note: Proof of payment of the tuition fee must be sent by email to cursoslivres@edcn.pt. The proof of payment must include the student’s first and last name.
Calendar Academic Year 2026 / 2027
Start of activities: 22, 23, 24 and 26 September 2026 (Trial Classes)
Registration for the 2026 / 2027 academic year will be open from 15 September 2026.
As a complementary project of EDCN, a state-run school, the Pre-Ballet Courses follow the official school calendar established by the Ministry of Education.
1st Term
6th October 2026 to 15th December 2026
16th December 2026 to 2nd January 2027 – Christmas School Break
2nd Term
4th January 2027 to 20th March 2027
8th to 10th February 2027 – Carnival School Break
22nd March 2027 to 3rd April 2027 – Easter School Break
3rd Term
5th April 2027 to 26th June 2027
Additional Information
Contacts | Opening hours
Office Hours for Parents and Guardians:
By appointment via email: cursoslivres@edcn.pt
Pre-Ballet Courses Contacts:
Email: cursoslivres@edcn.pt
Administrative Services: cristina.mateus@edcn.pt
Enrolment
Enrolment Form CL 2026 / 2027 (EN)
Consent Form CL 2026 / 2027 (EN)
2 colour passport photographs
Photocopy of an identity document (front and back)
Consent Declaration (fully completed and signed)
Copy of a personal accident insurance policy (if not the policy suggested by the school)
The application form will be available from 15 September 2026.
Monthly Fees and Payment Methods
Aimed at children aged 6 to 9
Schedule: Classes take place outside regular school hours.
Attendance requires payment of a monthly fee:
- 1 class per week: €50
- 2 classes per week: €72
- 3 classes per week: €82
- 4 classes per week: €90
- 5 classes per week: €97
Free Pass: €120 (6 to 8 classes per week)
Dança+: €130 (Free Pass + 4 classes from the Beginners High-Performance Dance Programme)
Accident insurance: €15 / year
Access:
Registration fee: €30
Re-enrolment fee: €20 (for students enrolled in the 2025/2026 academic year)
The July monthly fee is paid in two instalments: 50% in November and 50% in March of the academic year. These amounts are non-refundable in the event of withdrawal.
Payment Methods:
Payments should preferably be made by bank transfer | IBAN: PT50 0781 011201120012621 13
Note: We recommend completing the documents and sending scanned copies by email to cursoslivres@edcn.pt and cristina.mateus@edcn.pt.
Recommended Uniform
Female students
- White leotard with wide straps;
- Waist elastic;
- Pink ballet socks or convertible ballet tights (for students attending floor barre classes where bare feet are necessary)
- Pink ballet shoes
- Hair elastic, bun net, pins, and grips
* See example in the photo
Male students
- White unitard or well fitting T-shirt with wide straps
- Navy blue or black lycra shorts
- White ballet socks
- White ballet shoes
* See example in the photo
Hair
- Should be worn either in plaits or a bun (at a height adequate allowing students to maintain correct postural alignment while lying down)
* See example in the photo
Spanish Dances equipement
CLOTHING:
– Girls: Black ruffled flamenco skirt, red wooden fan;
– Boys: TDC class uniform;
FOOTWEAR:
– Character shoes (for boys and girls, respectively);
Floor Barre equipment
- Tennis ball
- Skipping rope (appropriate length for the student’s height)
* See example in the photo
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