10-12 SEPTEMBER 2027 | MIJAS
THE ESSENCE OF BALLET
Movement, Technique & Understanding the Body With Barry Drummond
At a Glance
10-12 September 2027
Mijas, Spain
2+ years experience
Led by Barry Drummond
From £1,775 per person, including three nights’ private accommodation at Casa Bodhi in your choice of a standard or deluxe room.
Discover a deeper understanding of how you move
Ballet is about so much more than learning steps. It’s about understanding how our bodies move, finding freedom within technique and discovering how even the smallest adjustments can transform our dancing.
Join Barry Drummond for three days dedicated to exploring the essence of ballet - movement, technique, mobility, strength and musicality.
This retreat offers adult dancers the opportunity to step away from the pressure of learning complicated choreography and instead concentrate on the foundations that make our dancing stronger, more fluid and expressive.
movement and musicality
Throughout the retreat, Barry will guide us through classical ballet classes alongside his own mobility and movement training, helping us explore how the body works and how we can move more efficiently.
We’ll focus on alignment, placement, coordination, strength and the relationship between movement and musicality. There will be time to ask questions, explore individual challenges and develop a greater awareness of our own dancing.
Meet your teacher
Barry drummond
Barry trained at the Royal Ballet Upper School before enjoying a ten-year career with English National Ballet. During his time with the company, he performed works by renowned choreographers including Akram Khan, Pina Bausch and John Neumeier, alongside principal and soloist roles in ballets by Kenneth MacMillan, William Forsythe and Christopher Wheeldon.
He later moved into Musical Theatre, appearing in West End productions including My Fair Lady, the international tour of Singin' in the Rain and the world tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
Alongside his performing career, Barry works as an exercise rehabilitator and movement therapist. Trained in Clinical Pilates, Functional Range Conditioning, Strength and Conditioning, and Yoga, he brings a unique understanding of movement, strength and dancer wellbeing to every class.
Who is this retreat for?
Adult ballet dancers who would like to deepen their understanding of technique and movement, improve their body awareness and develop greater confidence in their dancing. The focus is on personal development rather than complicated choreography, making this a particularly rewarding experience for dancers who enjoy exploring the finer details of ballet.
What to expect
Three days of classical ballet with Barry Drummond
Barry’s own mobility and movement training, in addition to a guided breathwork session
A focus on alignment, placement, strength and coordination
Musicality, expression and quality of movement
A 30-minute private session with Barry for every dancer
One evening, we’ll head to Makai Beach restaurant for dinner (optional, covered by you)
Individual attention and time to explore your own technique
Small-group teaching in our private ballet studio
Your own private session with Barry
Every dancer will have a 30-minute private session with Barry included in the retreat. This is an opportunity to work individually on the areas that matter most to you - whether that’s placement, balance, coordination, mobility or a particular aspect of your technique.
Venue & Accommodation
Set within the beautiful Spanish hotel of Casa Bodhi, this boutique retreat offers the perfect balance of focused dance training and complete relaxation.
Between sessions, you’ll have time to unwind, enjoy the spa facilities and share delicious meals together. With everything thoughtfully arranged, you can focus on your dancing and enjoy the experience.
Discover your accommodation and explore where you’ll be staying, click here.
Standard Room
Single Occupancy: £1,775.00 per person
Deluxe Room
Single Occupancy: £1895.00 per person
The Casa Bodhi Experience
Our home for the retreat will be the beautiful Casa Bodhi in Mijas, a peaceful setting where you can unwind between classes.
With beautiful accommodation, meals, spa access and transport between Casa Bodhi and the studio included, this is an opportunity to completely immerse yourself in three days of ballet, movement and relaxation.
And, as always, there will be plenty of laughter, conversation and the pleasure of sharing the experience with other adult dancers who love ballet.
What’s Included
3 nights accommodation at Casa Bodhi
3 lunches and 2 evening meals
All dance, movement and breathwork classes with Barry
30-minute private session with Barry
Spa access
Airport transfers
Transport between Casa Bodhi and the dance studio
Flights
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments and exercise classes
One evening, we’ll head to Makai Beach restaurant for dinner - optional and covered by you
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Join us in mijas
Three days to reconnect with your dancing, understand your body and discover how better movement can make ballet even more enjoyable.
Standard Room: £1,775.00
Deluxe Room: £1,895.00
Secure your place with a £400 non-refundable deposit, with the remaining balance payable in instalments.
Places are limited to ensure a small, personal retreat experience.
Full terms and conditions can be read here
