Class Description

Designed for students ages 12 and older Director must approve participation in this course based on student’s training, experience, technique, and educational maturity In the duration of a semester, the course will offer: Placement and Technique appropriate training in the art of Classical Ballet Students will continue to study Ballet positions, steps, and movements for the entire body, adding in more complex and advanced Ballet techniques Using the ballet barre for training, balance, strength, flexibility, and coordination Work on advanced motor and developmental skills such as: -Classical Stage Directions, and Left, Right, Forwards, Backwards, Sideways, Circular, Spatial Awareness, and Corps De Ballet concepts -Music Theory like counting beats, learning time signatures, listening to cues, hearing various instruments, finding nuance in music, creating rhythms, independent music study, and recognizing classical composers -Using their previous knowledge and education to inform their muscular engagement, body posturing, physical health, and proper techniques Students will learn intermediate French language as it applies to Classical Ballet, and study Dance and Music History with Geography and Anthropology included Students will practice engaging in a classroom environment with learning dances with a partner, composing choreographies, verbalizing ideas, and communicating Teamwork skills such as taking turns, listening to others, supporting younger students, and treating others with respect and kindness Each class will offer physical education, exercise, and nutrition 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