Pull up
to the barre.
For dancers who stepped away, those who always wished they'd started, and everyone in between.
Our Philosophy
Ballet is hard. That's the point.
Ballet is humbling. We've been doing this professionally for years and we're still working at it. But it also gives you something. An air, a grace, a sense of authority in your own body. It forces you to step into confidence you didn't know you had.
We wanted to bring that to Cape Town. An hour that's entirely yours. Warm, structured, a little hard, and worth every second.
No comparisons, no pressure
Ballet is hard. You will struggle. We all do. Come open, come patient with yourself, and please don't worry about what you're wearing.
The drive never stops
That constant push for improvement is what makes ballet different. It's demanding and it's worth it.
An escape for an hour
Self-indulgent in the best way. The outside world doesn't come in. You work, you connect, you leave feeling like yourself again.
Classes
What we teach.
Beginner
Beginner Ballet
Never danced before, or finding your way back after a long break. We cover the basics every session so no one ever feels lost. Your first class is just R100.
One-on-One
Private Lessons
Just you and one of us. Good if you want to go at your own pace, work through something specific, or just prefer a bit more one-on-one attention.
Schedule
This week's classes.
Tuesday mornings at 7:45am in Sea Point (moving to 7:15am from 27 October) Tuesday evenings at 6:15pm in Rondebosch, and Thursday evenings at 6:15pm in Rondebosch from 12 November. Three chances a week to show up for yourself.
Book a Spot| Day | Time | Class | Location | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:45 – 08:45 moves to 07:15 – 08:15 from 27 Oct |
Beginner Ballet | Sea Point | Beginner |
| Tuesday | 18:15 – 19:15 | Beginner Ballet | Rondebosch | Beginner |
| Thursday | 18:15 – 19:15 from 12 Nov |
Beginner Ballet | Rondebosch | Beginner |
"We know what it feels like to love this. We built this studio so you could find out too."
About Us
Started by dancers. Open to everyone.
Ballet bonds people. There's something about being in a room with others working towards the same goal. The slow, incremental progress. The small wins that feel massive when they finally come. We've built real friendships through this, and we wanted to create a space where other people could too.
Barre Staff
The people behind the barre.
Tamar
Tamar's energy walks into the room before she does. She's warm, chaotic in the best way, and somehow makes every class feel like a party you didn't know you needed. You'll work hard and not notice until after.
Cait
Cait has a laugh that makes the whole room relax. She creates the kind of space where nobody feels silly for trying something they haven't before. She's all about feeling empowered and beautiful in your body. Zero judgement, genuinely.
Hannah
Hannah believes the basics are everything. Get the foundations right and the rest starts to feel free. Classes are detail-focused and unhurried, and you'll absolutely do pliés to the classical version of Hotline Bling.
Your Tab
Let's get to the pointe.
Pick what suits you and we'll see you on the floor.
your first class
- Come and see if it's for you
- No experience needed
- No commitment required
per class
- One class of your choice
- No commitment required
- Perfect for flexible schedules
R150 per class
- 8 classes to use anytime
- Our best per-class rate
Get In Touch
Come say hello.
Drop us a message to book a spot, ask anything, or just find out if it's the right fit for you.
Locations
Sea Point · Tuesday mornings 205A Sea Point Medical Center, 11 Kloof Road, Sea Point, Cape Town Rondebosch · Tuesday & Thursday evenings Cape Town City Ballet Studios, Rondeboschhello@theopenbarrestudio.co.za
Phone
+27 83 634 4121
Social
@theopenbarrestudio