About LCDS Summer School 2024

The LCDS Summer School is a chance to experience life at LCDS, the undergraduate course, take classes and get to know our current students and faculty.

Our Summer School takes place in The Place building in central London. There are practical classes all led by our world-leading facilitators, insights into course modules, time to chat with students, Q&As with course leaders, information about our application process and Visa & IELTS (The International English Language Testing System) guidance.

Who is it for?

The LCDS Summer School is aimed at people aged 16 years + and for those who are thinking of applying to the undergraduate course at London Contemporary Dance School, however it is not necessary for you to be a prospective student to apply. Anyone aged 16+ is welcome to apply.

What the week looks like

Please note: This is a general idea of what the week would look like. The final schedule will be updated in the coming months.

Dance classes throughout the week:

  • Contemporary/ release based-technique
  • Ballet
  • Body percussion
  • Gaga
  • Improvisation
  • Dance filmmaking / screendance
  • Cunningham-based technique
  • Break dancing
  • Workshop with an LCDS 2022 graduate

Other sessions:

  • Tour of The Place
  • Q&A with current LCDS students and faculty
How to apply

There is no application process or eligility criteria for Summer School.

Simply click on 'Enrol' and book your place. Early bookings are advised as there are limited spaces available on the course.

This is not a residential summer school and The Place cannot take any responsibilities for participants outside of the stated delivery hours. We will not be offering accommodation for this course, but you can visit this page to read about local accommodation options.

Please feel free to email us if you have any questions about the LCDS Summer School.

Early booking is advised as there are limited spaces on this course and places are given on a first come, first serve basis.

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