Contemporary Improvers with James Muller
Autumn 2026
About Contemporary Improvers with James Muller
Autumn Term Classes start on Tuesday 15 September and run until Tuesday 8 December 2026 (excluding Tuesday 27 October due to half term).
Work with increased physicality and develop a more dynamic approach to movement.
This class is designed to build upon the foundations of our introduction course, allowing you to expand your skills and explore the art of contemporary dance even further.
Our progressive approach is influenced by the techniques of Cunningham and release-based Contemporary styles. Cunningham technique emphasises the movement of the spine through curves, tilts, twists, and arches. Incorporation of Release technique encourages flowing movements that focus on breath.
Dance artist, James Muller will guide you through the class, helping you develop your skills and technique, accompanied by live music by Oliver Davies. You will have the opportunity to explore your own styles and approach to movement through a choreographed phrase that will be taught in class.
If you have taken this class before and are ready to progress to the next level, we recommend joining our Contemporary Intermediate class with Jenny Hayes.
class details
- Enrol for the full 12-week term for £196 to secure your place and save or drop-in for £18 per class (concessions available).
- If you have any access requirements or specific medical needs, please contact us at classes@theplace.org.uk or 020 7121 1029 so we can support your participation. We can provide reasonable adjustments, including teaching assistant support, communication tools, and measures to reduce sensory overload. Find our access information here.
- Please arrive on time - unfortunately we are unable to accommodate participants who are more than 15 minutes late as the warm-up is an important part of the class.
- Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds or exchanges, unless there are extenuating circumstances. You can read our booking Terms & Conditions here.
- Our adult classes are for participants aged 18 and over, for classes for participants under 18, please find our Children and Youth classes here.
About your teacher
James Muller graduated from Central School of Ballet in 2006. After joining Northern Ballet that same year, he went on to work with Peter Schaufuss Ballet in Denmark and Theater Ulm in Germany. In 2013 James returned to the UK to join Richard Alston Dance Company. In 2018, having toured extensively in Europe and the USA with Alston,James transitioned into full time teaching. The following year, James served as interim Rehearsal Director for the company and began teaching at DanceEast in Ipswich. James currently lectures at Middlesex University and teaches regularly for English National Ballet.