Class Description

Designed for students ages 6-9 years old Academic grade of First, Second, and Third Grade In the duration of a semester, the course will offer: Age-appropriate training in the art of Classical Ballet Students will continue to study Ballet positions for the arms, legs, feet, head, hands, and body directions Using the ballet barre with guidance for balance, strength, and coordination Work on motor and developmental skills such as: -Identifying body parts, and utilizing different qualities of movement -Classical Stage Directions, and Left, Right, Forwards, Backwards, Sideways, Circular directions -Music Theory like counting beats, listening to cues, hearing various instruments, and creating rhythms and counter rhythms -Standing, sitting, lying down, clapping, hopping, marching, jumping, leaping, spinning, walking, running, skipping, conditioning, coordination, etc. Students will learn basic French language as it applies to Classical Ballet Students will practice speaking clearly to their classmates and the instructor Teamwork skills such as taking turns, listening to others, waiting in line, dancing together, and treating others with respect and kindness Each class will offer physical education and exercise study to support their health and wellness with safety and proper execution emphasized Performance quality and emotional awareness such as theatrical acting, confidence, joy, sadness, anger, storytelling, and creating an environment as a performer. Increased coaching on identifying and understanding emotions