Ballet Gothenburg hosts a series of retreats, workshops and/or master classes throughout the year.
In August 2025, Ballet Gothenburg held its first annual Balanchine inspired adult ballet retreat together with Dena Abergel and Elizabeth Walker-both former ballerinas with New York City Ballet and faculty of School of American Ballet.
In August 2026, Ballet Gothenburg held its second annual Balanchine inspired adult ballet retreat together with Dena Abergel, Elizabeth Walker and Ask le Cour. In this retreat, participants were able to try out partnering!
Pointe Workshop 2026 with Emma Lidén:
In person, 2 hours, 400 SEK
October 17th 2026: 12:00-14:00 (CET)
Are you dreaming of dancing on pointe one day or just curious about the anatomy and function of your pointe shoe? Join our Pointe Workshop!
We welcome Emma Lidén, teacher and professional pointe shoe fitter at Swedish National Ballet School. Emma will share everything a dancer needs to dance on pointe safely and successfully.
Emma began her training at the age of ten at the Royal Swedish Ballet School in Stockholm. During her twenty-five-year career as a dancer, Emma has been engaged by the Royal Swedish Opera, the Norwegian National Opera, Malmö City Theatre, and the Royal Dramatic Theatre, in addition to performing in numerous independent projects and musicals. She holds certifications in both the ABT and Vaganova teacher training programs.
Retreats & Workshops FAQs
Find even more answers on the FAQ page!
What retreats and workshops have you already hosted?
Since 2020, Ballet Gothenburg has hosted master classes and teacher workshops with an incredible line up of American teachers including Michael Cusumano (American Ballet Theatre), Lynne Charles (4 Pointe), Dena Abergel (School of American Ballet), and Fredrick Davis (Dance Theatre of Harlem).
Are there any other retreats and workshops planned?
Check back regularly to see our upcoming retreats and workshops :)
