Ballet is the foundation for all
dance forms. Classes begin at
the barre combining floor barre work with traditional ballet
alignment exercises holding on to the barre, and then they
progress to center floor combinations. Correct ballet
terminology is stressed as is proper alignment, classical
technique, and musicality. This style of dance stresses
academic technique developed through muscle strength, balance,
control, and fluid movements. This class will
improve a dancer's strength, rhythm and balance as well as
stretch & tone muscles while respecting each individual's
flexibility limits. A solid foundation of intermediate to
advanced Ballet technique is required for Pointe work. The
instructor will determine if a student is technically and
physically capable of dancing on Pointe.
Ballet 1
Elementary level
building on the basic Ballet techniques. This
class is designed to gain strength, technique and
speed.
Ballet 2
Secondary
level requiring students to correctly execute
material learned in the elementary level.
Students continue to learn, working for speed and
complexity as well as proper technique.
Ballet 3
Beginning level requiring both technical ability
and strength. This class is designed for
students with many years of training.
Ballet 4
Slightly Advanced level requiring
both technical ability and strength. This
class is designed for students with many years of
training.
Ballet 5
Advanced level requiring
both technical ability and strength. This
class is designed for students with many years of
training.
Dress code for all Ballet classes is
black or light pink Leotard and light pink Tights.
Ballet skirts are permitted. Any style pink Ballet
Shoe is acceptable.
