Adult Ballet Wales

Est. 2014 · Cardiff & Newport

The Home of the RISE Method®

Adult ballet classes for complete beginners to advanced dancers across Wales

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✦ NEW: Introduction 8-Week Programme — Perfect for complete beginners. Next cohort starting soon.

Wales' Only Adult Ballet Organisation

Founded in 2014 by professional ballet dancer Daisuke Miura, Adult Ballet Wales has grown into the only organisation in Wales dedicated exclusively to adult ballet. We believe it is never too late to dance.

Our Story

The RISE Method®

Every class at ABW is taught using the RISE Method® — our unique teaching framework developed by Daisuke Miura. It is designed specifically for adult learners, building technique and confidence at every stage.

R
Repeat
Building muscle memory through structured repetition
I
Integrate
Connecting isolated movements into flowing sequences
S
Strengthen
Developing the physical foundation ballet demands
E
Express
Finding your individual artistic voice within classical form

Find Your Class

Introduction to Ballet

8-week course for complete beginners

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Beginners

8-week course for those who've done Intro

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Foundation to Intermediate

Weekly ongoing classes, 4 levels

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Monthly Workshops

One-off sessions, all levels welcome

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Pointe Course

For advanced students

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Private Coaching

1:1 with Daisuke, Zoom available

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What Our Students Say

ABW completely changed how I think about my body. Daisuke is an incredible teacher.

Sarah M., Beginners Class

I started with zero dance experience at 42. Now I look forward to every Thursday.

Rachel T., Introduction Course

The RISE Method made everything click. I finally understand ballet.

Emma K., Foundation Class

Best thing I've done for myself in years. The Cardiff classes are brilliant.

Jo P., Improvers

Daisuke's attention to detail is exceptional. I've improved so much.

Helen W., Pointe Course

Where We Dance

Cardiff

Classes available

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Newport

Classes available

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The Foundations of Ballet

At ABW, we break ballet down to its essential building blocks — making technique clear, accessible, and genuinely enjoyable for adult learners.

Positions of the feetPositions of the Feet
Ballet dancer silhouetteClassical Form
Pas de bourrée diagramPas de Bourrée
Sauté diagramSauté