Carlos Acosta and the Acosta Dance Centre proudly present the re-launch of the Acosta Advanced Training Hub for students aged 16-17, beginning in September 2025 at the Acosta Dance Centre in London.
This transformative full-time one-year programme offers aspiring dancers the opportunity to engage in world-class training under the artistic guidance of Carlos Acosta, preparing them for future professional careers in dance.
The Acosta Advanced Training Hub +16 (AATH +16) is an exclusive extension of the Acosta Dance Foundation’s Advanced Training Hub. Delivered by the Acosta Dance Centre, the programme is tailored for students aged 16 and over who seek a high-quality, intensive dance training experience.
The AATH +16 integrates excellence in dance training with compassion for students and faculty, creating a transformative experience that promotes both technical skill and personal growth.
Creativity
Discipline
Cultural Appreciation
Human Values & Empathy
The Acosta Advanced Training Hub +16 integrates rigorous classical ballet training with diverse dance disciplines and personal development opportunities. The curriculum includes:
Key Highlights:
Schedule:
Location:
Acosta Dance Centre, Woolwich Royal Arsenal, London.
Open Days:
Auditions:
Audition Preparation:
The Acosta Dance Centre suggests using the Carlos Acosta Easter Camp (7-12 April 2025) as audition preparation. Find out more here.
Fees and Payment Options
Student Eligibility
Term Dates
Please note that the AATH +16 programme (2025-2026 academic year), does not provide academic training or academic qualifications. Our focus is solely on dance and associated disciplines, and the curriculum is structured to allow students sufficient time to pursue their academic education through the online learning platform of their choice. While enrolled in our programme, students may request support from the Acosta Dance Centre for their academic studies if needed. To support students’ academic pursuits, we will provide a quiet study area and tutorial support upon request.
Accommodation, meals, and full board are not provided. It is the responsibility of students and their guardians to research and arrange accommodation for the duration of the course. Our team is available to answer questions about this process if necessary.
Parents and guardians are responsible for covering travel and accommodation costs for international students or those residing outside London. These costs apply during each half-term break and certain weekends when the Acosta Dance Centre is closed.
We are committed to transparency and providing a clear overview of additional costs associated with the AATH +16 programme.
-The cost of the uniform will range from £200 to £500 (approximately). The AATH is proud to partner with Dansez to provide sustainable uniforms for our students
-Any private classes or individual training sessions requested by parents will be invoiced separately at the end of each term.
-The programme fees do not include food. Parents are advised to make appropriate arrangements to ensure students are adequately catered for during their stay.
“At the Acosta Dance Foundation, we don’t just train dancers—we craft artists, amplify voices, and prepare the next generation to take centre stage in a world that needs their brilliance. The Acosta Advanced Training Hub is a gateway to innovation, resilience, and self-expression.”
Javier Torres – Managing Director
