Laud Ballet School

Laud Ballet School is an esteemed ballet school located in Billingham, in the North East of England. With a commitment to excellence and passion for dance, proprietor Jo Laud, a qualified teacher registered with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), provides a nurturing environment for dancers of all ages.

Conveniently situated and easily accessible via the A19, Laud Ballet School attracts students from Teesside, County Durham, and North Yorkshire. Students come from various locations such as Stockton-on-Tees, Billingham, Wynyard, Middlesbrough, Thornaby, Yarm, Hartlepool, Darlington, Sedgefield, Bishop Auckland, Redcar, Northallerton, and Durham.

Whether you're interested in introducing your child to ballet or looking to join our adult classes, Jo Laud is happy to discuss and provide advice. You can easily reach her via WhatsApp or by clicking here.

In response to the changing times, Laud Ballet School has adapted its teaching methods. Over the past two years, the school has successfully taken classes online through platforms such as YouTube and Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility to its students. Additionally, the school has recently moved to a newly refurbished location, The Picture House in Billingham. This purpose-designed facility is fully Covid-19 compliant and includes two spacious and well-equipped ballet studios.

To ensure the comfort of parents, there is also a large reception area where they can stay during lessons.

At Laud Ballet School, the benefits of ballet are emphasised and celebrated. Dance not only promotes physical strength and flexibility but also instils discipline, self-confidence, and artistry in students. As a RAD registered teacher, Jo Laud ensures that her students receive expert instruction and guidance, prioritising their growth and development as dancers.

For more information about Laud Ballet School, you can visit our website designed by R2b Media Ltd. Stay connected with us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to get updates about our classes, events, and performances.

Join Laud Ballet School and be a part of a vibrant and supportive community that believes in the power of dance. As Senior Rptiteur and a Principal Character Artist of The Royal Ballet, Gary Avis once said, “No one's ever lonely in a dance class.