Program DescriptionEarly Childhood Program:
Besides being lots of fun, our programs are specially designed to provide children with a strong foundation in movement and dance. Pre Ballet I (ballet/tap) 3-4 years old; one or two 45-minute ballet/tap classes weekly. A "getting ready for ballet" class. Your child will learn about music, basic coordinationskills, creative expression, spatial relationships and rhythm. Pre Ballet II (ballet) 5-6 years old. This class is designed for students to make a smooth transition from the Early Childhood Program to the Classical Ballet Division. Recommended for children with no previous experience. Ballet Fundamentals 6-10 years old. Two 60 minute classes per week. This class is designed for children who started to learn balle late. This is a beginner ballet class for children ages 6-10. Recommended for children with no previous experience. Ballet Program: The study of classical ballet is achieved through the use of a graded syllabus of Vaganova Ballet School in St. Petersburg, Russia. Placment by audition. Ballet I Two 75 minute classes per week. Children learn the basics of the ballet barre and some center work Ballet II Two 90 minute classes per week. A further expansion of the basic barre techniques. Increased center work. Ballet III Three 90 minute classes per week, including pre-pointe and pointe class Ballet Pre-Pointe/Pointe Students must take two technique classes per week in order to gain the necessary strength to learn the pointe technique. A proficient level of ballet technique must be demonstrated by audition. Intermediate & Intermediate Advanced Levels Four 90 minute classes per week Advanced Level Five 90 minute classes per week Pre-Professional Training Program In addition to the daily Technique Ballet Classes, students study Variations, Pas de Deux and Classical Repertoire. Variations Students learn classical ballet solos. Modern/Improvisational Movement Modern dance captures the heart, feelings, and lyrical sence of the individual. The torso is set free in the class, allowing a great sense of self-expression. In addition to stretching and strengthening exercises, the warm-up will include breathing exercises and a series of contractions. Contemporary walks, runs, and leaps across the floor will precede a contemporary dance during the second half of the one hour class. |