Masters of Dance Series

Artistry • Excellence • Professional Insight

Masters of Dance Series is Acosta Dance Foundation’s flagship guest artist programme, bringing together some of the world’s most influential ballet artists and educators for exclusive intensive training experiences.

Designed for pre-professional dancers aged 16–21, each intensive offers the opportunity to work closely with internationally celebrated teachers, gaining exceptional artistic insight while refining technical excellence and performance quality.

Classes and activities are generally held
Monday to Friday, FULL DAY 

Programme schedule is subject to change without notice

Orlando Salgado

Former Principal Dancer of the Ballet Nacional de Cuba and Alicia Alonso's long-standing stage partner for over
two decades. One of the leading ambassadors of the Cuban School of Ballet, internationally recognised for his distinguished performing career and lifelong dedication to ballet education.

Paloma Herrera

Former Principal Dancer of American Ballet Theatre and one of the world's most celebrated ballerinas.
With an international career defined by artistic excellence, technical mastery, and inspiring performances, she continues to mentor and influence the next generation of professional dancer.

Loipa Araujo

Legendary Principal Dancer of the Ballet Nacional de Cuba and one of the celebrated “Four Jewels of Cuban
Ballet.” Internationally recognised as one of the world's most influential ballet teachers, whose coaching has shaped generations of dancers performing with leading companies worldwide.

Programme Calendar

Orlando Salgado

23–27 November 2026

A rare opportunity to learn directly from a master whose distinguished career spans international performance, elite coaching, and teaching at the highest level. Gain invaluable artistic and professional insight from one of the foremost ambassadors of the Cuban School of Ballet.

* Early bird available for bookings confirmed by 1st September 2026.

Paloma Herrera

15–19 February 2027

With a focus on developing technical skills, artistry, and performance quality, dancers will take part in an intensive week of training and coaching led by the internationally acclaimed Paloma Herrera. This exceptional opportunity allows participants to learn from one of the most celebrated dancers of her generation, gaining valuable insight into the artistry, discipline, and excellence required for a professional dance career.

* Early bird available for bookings confirmed by 1st October 2027.

Loipa Araujo

22–26 March 2027

Loipa Araujo’s enduring impact on ballet education and her role in shaping generations of world-class dancers make this intensive an exceptional opportunity. Dancers will learn directly from one of the most respected teachers in the ballet world, developing their technical skills, artistry, and performance quality while gaining insight into the discipline, excellence, and passion that underpin a successful professional career.

* Early bird available for bookings confirmed by 1st November 2027.

Booking Options

Choose the booking option that best suits your training goals. Whether you plan to attend a single intensive or complete the full Masters of Dance Series, we offer flexible booking options with exclusive savings for early reservations.

Early Bird

£250 per intensive

* (View individual programme dates.)

Standard Booking

£300 per intensive

Masters Series Pass

£600

Studio capacity is limited. Early booking is strongly recommended, as sessions may reach full capacity well in advance.

Ready To Train With The World's Leading Ballet Masters?

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Terms & Conditions – Masters of Dance Series
Terms and Conditions The Acosta Advanced Training Hub – Masters of Dance Series Terms & Conditions. 1. Eligibility and Registration The Acosta Advanced Training Hub – Masters of Dance Series is open to dancers aged 16–21 who are training at a pre-professional or equivalent level. Registration is subject to availability, and places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of full payment. 2. Programme Fees and Early Bird Offer The standard tuition fee for each intensive is £300. An Early Bird fee of £250 is available until the published booking deadline for each individual intensive and cannot be applied retrospectively once the relevant deadline has passed. 3. Masters Series PassParticipants wishing to attend all three intensives may purchase the Masters Series Pass for £600, available only until 31 August 2026 and subject to the advertised promotional period. The Masters Series Pass cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotional offers. 4. Refunds and Cancellations Programme fees are non-refundable except where an intensive is cancelled by the Acosta Dance Foundation. In the event of cancellation by the Foundation, affected participants will be contacted directly regarding the applicable arrangements. 5. Accommodation, Travel and Personal Expenses Participants are responsible for arranging and covering the costs of their own accommodation, travel, meals, visas (where applicable), insurance and any other personal expenses associated with attending the programme. 6. Programme Schedule and Content Classes and activities are generally scheduled Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. The Acosta Dance Foundation reserves the right to amend the timetable, curriculum, teaching faculty and programme content where necessary. 7. Attendance and Code of Conduct Participants are expected to attend all scheduled activities, behave professionally at all times, and treat faculty, staff and fellow dancers with courtesy and respect. The Acosta Dance Foundation reserves the right to remove any participant whose conduct is considered inappropriate or disruptive, without refund. 8. Health, Safety and Participation Risk Participation in dance training involves physical activity and inherent risk. By registering, participants confirm that they are medically fit to take part in the programme and participate at their own risk. The Acosta Dance Foundation accepts no responsibility for personal injury, loss or damage to personal belongings except where required by law. 9. Photography, Filming and Media Release By enrolling, participants consent to the Acosta Dance Foundation and the Acosta Dance Centre photographing and filming classes and programme activities for educational, promotional and marketing purposes across print and digital media. Participants who do not wish to appear in promotional material should notify the Acosta Dance Foundation in writing prior to the commencement of the programme. 10. Communications and Updates By submitting this form, participants (and/or their parents or legal guardians, where applicable) may be given the option to receive updates, news and promotional communications from the Acosta Dance Foundation and the Acosta Dance Centre. Consent to receive such communications is optional and can be withdrawn at any time by following the unsubscribe link included in all communications or by contacting us directly. 11. Acceptance of Terms & Conditions By submitting this registration, participants (or their parent or legal guardian if under the age of 18) confirm that they have read, understood and agreed to these Terms & Conditions in full. 12. Contact Information For any questions regarding the programme or these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at: info@acostadancefoundation.org.uk
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