Ballet & Dance Making Pre Teens
This class introduces the basic concepts of ballet to Preteens at a pace that is just right for this age group. They will also begin to learn how to make their own dances.
Lisa
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(117)
What's included
16 live meetings
14 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Students will be asked to use the skills we've learned in class to create their own dance.Assessment
Each student will be evaluated on their progress in executing specific moves: plie, tendu, passe, por de bras.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Our classes will have a mixture of ballet technique and creativity; giving students a chance to learn and grow in their technical ballet skills, but also grow in their creativity, but creating their own solo dance about anything they like. Students will receive individualized attention and feedback on their technique from the instructor and peer feedback on their dance.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to create their own dance.Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of basic technique in ballet.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Ballet
In this lesson, we are introduced to those we will be learning with. Additionally, this lesson introduces the dancers' bodies to the aesthetics of ballet and the structure of a ballet class. Dancers will reflect and share their expectations and experiences of ballet so far, 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Ballet & Introduction to Improvisation
Students will focus on knowing the sequence of one ballet exercise. Dancers will also be introduced to the skill of improvisation and given the opportunity to practice this skill and reflect on their practice. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Ballet Feedback & Improvisation
Students will focus on applying feedback to their ballet exercise; then begin learning a new exercise. Students will continue to practice improvisation with a different entry point (visual art). Student and teacher will reflect on class time. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Ballet Feedback & Object
Students will focus on applying feedback to their ballet exercise; then begin learning a new exercise. Students will continue to practice improvisation with a different entry point (object). Student and teacher will reflect on class time. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
To support diverse learners, I will provide instruction with demonstration, visuals and verbal instructions and feedback.
Parental Guidance
Parents, please make sure the area your child will be dancing in is cleared on large objects, floor is swept/vacuumed. Child's camera should be set up so that I have a full body view.
Pre-Requisites
A desire to learn and create!
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Dance from Hunter College of City University of New York
I am a certified New York State Dance Educator. I have a bachelor of Arts in Dance, and a Master of Arts in Dance Education. I have been teaching for over 15 years. I am currently the dance educator at a performing arts middle school in New York, where our dancers are trained in a variety of dance styles, perform in 3 school dance prroductions per year, including one musical.Reviews
Live Group Course
$19
weekly or $150 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
5-12 learners per class
