Cara's past student Scarlett Harvey, now an artist with The Royal Ballet.

What We Do

Helping children of all abilities fulfil their potential.

Led by Cara O’Shea, Pro Dance Tuition, provides first-class dance classes to children who have a passion to excel. With a strong emphasis on gaining strong technical foundations, children will be trained in a supportive and encouraging environment to reach their best performance both technically and artistically.

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Cara's past pupil, Charlotte Tonkinson, in The Royal Ballet's 'Don Quixote'.

Cara's past pupil, Charlotte Tonkinson, in The Royal Ballet's 'The Nutcracker'.

Cara's past pupil, Tim Dutson, now performing with Staatsballett Berlin.

  • 'I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for Cara. She believed in me, guided me and pushed me to the best of my ability. Thank you for helping shape me into the dancer I am today. I'll always be grateful.'

    — Charlotte Tonkinson, First Artist of the Royal Ballet

  • 'Cara was one of my very first ballet teachers and she inspired my love of ballet. She is the most kind and thoughtful teacher and person and any student would be lucky to train with her. I'm now a dancer with the Royal Ballet and I wouldn't be where I am today without her'

    — Scarlett Harvey, Artist of the Royal Ballet

  • ‘There are very few teachers I can think of across my whole life who are as inspirational as Cara.’

    — Jonathan Drummond, Northern Ballet pianist

  • ‘Cara is such a caring and inspiring teacher. Her infectious energy and passion always kept me engaged and motivated to work hard and I don’t think I would’ve made it as a professional without her.’

    — Tim Dutson, now performing with Staatsballett Berlin

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With an experienced teacher you can trust

For nearly 20 years, Cara has been teaching at the Academy of Northern Ballet in Leeds. Known for her energetic, engaging classes Cara strives to bring the best out of each child.

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Testimonials

“It’s important to me that young people are nurtured and guided through this vital stage of their training in a positive environment where hard work and enjoyment go hand in hand.”