Yuka Kodama Ballet Group
Ballet for everyone, from beginners to advanced. Rooted in Russian technique.
A ballet-focused dance school offering classical ballet training along with related dance disciplines.
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Before your first class
Beginners/Returners classes are designed to start your ballet journey with confidence, and the studio welcomes dancers of all shapes, sizes, ages, and backgrounds.
£1.40 for a 15-minute warm-up, £5–£5.50 for 45-minute specialist classes, £15 for 1 hour 30 minute standard classes, £22 for a day ticket (unlimited classes for one full day)
About this studio
Yuka Kodama Ballet Group teaches ballet across multiple levels in Oxford, from complete beginners to advanced dancers. The studio offers a wide range of class styles: classical ballet technique at every level (Beginners/Returners, Beginners/Returners Plus, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate/Advanced), plus specialist classes in Pointe Work, Tone and Flex, Mechanisms of Ballet, and Boys' Technique. Classes run at two locations: Banbury Road and Jericho Community Centre. You can also take a Beginners Warm-Up before class, or purchase a Day Ticket for unlimited classes.
Yuka Kodama-Pomfret, the founder and principal teacher, trained from age three in Japan and studied at the Tokyo Ballet Company, Vaganova Academy in St. Petersburg, and the State Ballet School in Vienna. She performed classical and contemporary roles with the Japan Ballet Association and international guest artists. Her teaching method is rooted in the Russian tradition, particularly the Bolshoi method, passed down through teachers trained by Sulamith Messerer.
The studio has an established track record of preparing students for top ballet schools. Many of Yuka's students have gone on to the Vaganova Ballet Academy, English National Ballet School, Elmhurst Ballet School, Bird College, Urdang, Italia Conti, and London Studio Centre. Beyond technique, the studio emphasises that ballet is for everyone, welcoming dancers of all shapes, sizes, ages, and backgrounds.
The studio runs an annual show (YKBG Annual Show 2026). Classes are also offered through the Oxford University Ballet Society. Most standard classes last 1 hour 30 minutes, with specialist pointe and tone classes running 45 minutes. The studio operates on a pay-per-class model with no long-term commitment required.
What to expect
Your first visit
Drop in for a class suited to your level — whether you're starting from scratch or refining advanced technique. Each 1 hour 30 minute session is £15, or try a specialist 45-minute class for £5–£5.50. You can also arrive early for a guided 15-minute warm-up (£1.40) before your main class.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Yuka Kodama-Pomfret teaches the classes. She trained in Japan, St. Petersburg, and Vienna, performed professionally across classical and contemporary roles, and now bases her teaching on the Russian Bolshoi method.
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What beginners can expect
Beginners/Returners classes are designed to start your ballet journey with confidence, and the studio welcomes dancers of all shapes, sizes, ages, and backgrounds.
Studio history
Yuka Kodama-Pomfret began ballet at age three in Japan, training at the Tokyo Ballet Company, Vaganova Academy in St. Petersburg, and the State Ballet School in Vienna. She performed professionally before retiring to study Japanese Linguistics and Literature at Sophia University and Celtic Studies at the University of Oxford. Now based in Oxford, she teaches ballet privately and for the Oxford University Ballet Society.
Styles offered
7 dance styles taught here
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Yuka Kodama Ballet Group
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Yuka Kodama Ballet Group teach?
Yuka Kodama Ballet Group teaches Ballet, Pointe Work, Tone and Flex, Mechanisms of Ballet, Boys' Technique, Pas de Deux and 1 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Yuka Kodama Ballet Group located?
Yuka Kodama Ballet Group is located in 33a Canal St. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Yuka Kodama Ballet Group offer private lessons?
Contact Yuka Kodama Ballet Group directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Yuka Kodama Ballet Group teach kids and adults?
Yuka Kodama Ballet Group welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Yuka Kodama Ballet Group?
The fastest path is to visit Yuka Kodama Ballet Group via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.