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Luke Abnett is an experienced Physiotherapist specialising in Dance Medicine. Based in London.

Luke Abnett

Physiotherapist Luke Abnett specialises in Dance Medicine. He has extensive experience in dance, including six years at the Royal Ballet School and treating cast and crew of the Lion King. Luke believes in addressing the underlying physical deficits which interfere with correct technique, and thus underpin many dance injuries. He routinely teaches dancers how to get the most out of their bodies - often correcting problems dancers didn't know they had! Luke is available for one-to-one consultations for either injury treatment or performance enhancement. He also available to provide Injury Prevention Classes in a school setting.

07/10/2026

Did you know that Australian Ballet performed Raymonda at an ancient Roman temple during an Australian Ballet tour with Rudolf Nuriev and Margot Fonteyn among the stars on their 1965 tour?

So glad I got a chance to visit this great company and see what their everyday looks like. A truly groundbreaking approach to ballet healthcare and supporting dancers - I’m inspired!🩰🇦🇺✨

05/10/2026

Just back from the IADMS Annual Conference, all the way down in Melbourne 🇦🇺. What a privilege to spend time with some of the best minds in dance medicine and science! 🩰 🧠

So many thought-provoking conversations around the issues that matter to dancers, as well as brilliant opportunities to connect, share ideas and learn from some truly inspiring people in the field.

Now to bring all that new knowledge back to the clinic and the studio - and put into action! 💪🏻🩰✨

📸 Slides from the IADMS conference

25/09/2026

🩰 Ballet Parents 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 - this one is for you!

Supporting young vocational ballet dancers can feel overwhelming. There are so many questions, so much information, and often, conflicting advice.

❓How much training is enough? ❓ How do I support my dancer through injury?
❓What about strength training, pointe, growth and development? ❓ What’s normal, and when should I be concerned? 😣

My 🩰 Ballet Parents Q&A 🩰 is back on 30 September. This is an informal online session where we can talk through your questions and concerns around the physical as well as wider demands of vocational ballet training.

💬 Submit your questions in advance to ensure there’s time for answers, or ask them live if you prefer  💻 Online 🎟️ FREE! Registration required

My aim is to debunk myths, share evidence-informed advice and help you feel more confident supporting your young dancer.

🔗 Register via the link in bio.

I hope to see you there - let’s talk ballet!

Luke x

23/08/2026

🍂 THIS AUTUMN, TRAIN BEYOND THE BARRE 🩰💪🏻👏🏻

Every ambitious dancer knows that success isn’t built in ballet class alone. The strongest, most confident performers invest in the body behind their technique.

✨ Join the Ballet Physio Associates Autumn Programme and develop the strength, stability and control that support exceptional dancing, whether you’re preparing for auditions, vocational training, competitions or your next performance.

Included:
 🩰 Weekly expert-led conditioning classes
 🎥 Exclusive replay access if you can’t attend live
 💪 Targeted weekly exercises to keep you progressing between sessions

This is your opportunity to build the physical foundations that allow your artistry to shine.

📩 Spaces are limited. Enrol now and give yourself the edge this season.

🔗 Book now via link in bio.

05/08/2026

🩰 Build strength, improve flexibility, and prepare your body for ballet before the new dance season begin🩰

August is the perfect time to work on your ballet goals, improve turnout, build control, and overcome those stubborn weaknesses before heading back to the studio.

Join our Back to the Studio online classes for expert ballet conditioning designed to help vocational dancers improve strength, flexibility, stability, and confidence.

Whether you’re preparing for classes, auditions, or performances, you’ll return feeling stronger, more mobile, and ready to dance at your best.

✨ Suitable for vocational level dancers 💻 Online classes 🩰 Classes from £16
🔗 Book now via link in bio

03/08/2026

Wishing Leah the best of luck on her next adventure! Thank you for being a part of the Ballet Physio team for the past couple of years! 👋🏻

31/07/2026

It’s always such a pleasure to meet the incredible ballet teachers behind my dancers’ ballet training.

As a ballet physio, I know that the best outcomes come from working together. When teachers, dancers and physio are on the same team, we can support not just recovery, but stronger, healthier and more confident dancers.

Teamwork really does make the dream work 💪🏻👍🏻🩰

So lovely to see you, Natalia Kremen! Natalia Kremen Ballet School

29/07/2026

A HUGE thank you and WELL DONE to all the participants of our July Masterclasses for Adult Dancers! 💪🏻🙏 What a brilliant few days in the studio, we had such a blast! 💥 Thank you for bringing so much energy, enthusiasm and positivity, and for all your lovely feedback 🥰 It was great having you all! 🙏 Let’s do it again soon! 🥳🥳🥳

14/07/2026

Yes, Noa!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

So proud of you!

From being told she wouldn’t be able to dance professionally to now being a professional dancer..

A great reminder that consistency, hard work and a lot of determination really do make a difference.

It’s such a pleasure being a part of your journey. Can’t wait to see what’s next. 💙 🩰

02/07/2026

Exciting news for the summer! 🥳 Introducing our brand new Masterclasses for Adult Dancers! 🩰🩰🩰

Do your extensions feel harder than they should? 🤔 or perhaps you just haven’t progressed in a while? What about your Allegro? Are you struggling to get off the floor? Or perhaps you are concerned about landing safely and efficiently?

Join us to dive deeper into understanding the anatomy and physiology of how your body achieves Adage and Allegro. We will analyse the movements, pick apart any physical deficits that are holding you back, and work through a series of science-based exercises to improve them.

Created and delivered by Luke Abnett, an experienced ballet physiotherapist, and the company physio for the London City Ballet.

This is a rare opportunity to join - we are currently not planning any repeats!

Book now via the link in bio ⬆️

Address

Danceworks, 16 Balderton Street
London
W1K6TN

Website

http://www.balletphysio.com/

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