Who We Are
Pointe Black
As a traditionally ‘elite’ and European art form, ballet is systemically inaccessible to many people. Pointe Black breaks these boundaries by giving Black and other non-white people access to ballet and its creative, mental health and physical benefits.
All our classes are beginners friendly, with an inclusive studio where everyone can turn up as themselves unapologetically.
Community is at the heart of everything we do, using ballet to reach a number of people across the globe. With non-profit projects in our local South London area, across to the North of the city, and even spanning to Guatemala, Pointe Black is more than a dance school, it is a movement; and we are just getting started.
There is a lot of work to be done in bringing the culture into ballet, but with your help, we are on our way.
“Who would have thought, I'd be pointing my toes to RnB! Pointe Black has transformed my idea of ballet and has made it so relatable.I've always shied away from ballet as I felt that I didn't look like your 'traditional' ballerina. Thank you Pointe Black for giving me the opportunity to try out ballet.’’’
— K.J. Adult class