Experience the charm and grace of
ballet and dance. A program such as this benefits ALL ages in the
development of coordination, grace, stamina, and self confidence. Ballet
strengthens the entire body and substantially increases flexibility in
movement. Other physical benefits include muscle tone development in the
legs, abdomen, arms, back and hips. Ballet improves posture.
Children, especially, develop strong muscle tone during their
developmental years. Ballet also offers a combined experience of
building commitment, discipline and artistic expression.
Adults gain poise, relieves stress and adds grace to their movements.
Express your artistic nature and find the inner peace it brings
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BALLET
TECHNIQUE
Ms. Nicholson uses a syllabus she developed after years of serious study
and experience. The syllabus is based on elements of the Italian,
Russian and French schools. Students are placed in a class according to
their technique level. She stresses correct body alignment, ballet
technique, and performing qualities.
Classes offered for:
Children ages 5-12
Teens
Adults
CONTEMPORARY
DANCE
There are many different styles of contemporary dance today. Some of the
pionees are Hanya Holm, Martha Graham, Ted Shawn, and Doris Humphrey.
Each developed a unique style; however, a good foundation in basic
contemporary technique prepared the dance to change more easily from one
style to another.
CREATIVE
MOVEMENT
Creative Movement encourages the child to discover various ways a body
can move. The earliest preparation for the systematic study of ballet
begins with our classes for three and four year olds. The children are
introduced to concepts of basic movement and music. Exercises for
strengthening and co-ordination are offered in a nurturing atmosphere so
that the children gradually learn the discipline required in a ballet
studio. Creativity can inspire the imagination and challenge the child.
Creative movement is incorporated into the Ballet Technique class.
POINTE
After several years of ballet training during which time the body can
reach sufficient technical and physical maturity, pointe shoes may be
worn.
Attempting pointe work too early may over-develop muscles and lead to
injury.
Ballet technique is the same in pointe shoes as in ballet slippers.
MUSICAL
STAGE DANCE
This class is designed to
introduce the child to pantomime movement and portrayal of the character in
the ballet stories. The students will learn stage dancing in different
musicals using Jazz and Tap movements. This class is an addition to the
Ballet Technique Class.
PRE-BALLET
A class for the 5 year olds to introduce some Ballet Technique,
creative movement and rhythm coordination with music. The classes work to
develop the attention span, participation, self-discipline, proper conduct
in class, as well as body consciousness through exercises aimed at good
posture and the stretching and flexing of muscles without stress. Goals
are to awaken interest, enthusiasm, good attitude, self-awareness, and
response to rhythmic and musical patterns.
This beginning class prepares the children for the Ballet Technique I
Class.
Students progress through each
level of the school at their own pace based on both artistic merit and physical
maturity.
All students will be placed in a class level that is appropriate for their
technique levels. Students will be evaluated during the first week of class to
assure proper class placement, and again at midterm.
To assure correct placement, new students with prior experience will be
interviewed and/or auditioned.
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