Ballet for Total Beginners
In this self-paced Ballet course learners will be guided in basic ballet movements and learn a simple ballet dance.
Ms Trish (Musical Theatre, Ballet & Dance)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(207)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
average 43 mins per video4 weeks
of teacher support2 hrs 54 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
Beginner Level
This Self-Paced Beginner Ballet Course is aimed at children aged 9 - 13 years. It is suitable for total beginners or those with very little ballet training. It is ideal for those who cannot attend my live classes or require the flexibility of being able to practice in their own time. This 4-Lesson Course will help give confidence to anyone starting beginner Ballet classes. Dance is an art-form which requires practice to master techniques. Learners are encouraged to practice. In each lesson the videos will both build-on and practice techniques learned. For each lesson there will be both an instructional lesson and a practice video version. I recommend the learner taking one lesson per week and using the practice video to practice in between. Lesson 1:- Introduction Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Demi-Plié, Battement Tendu, Sauté) Dance - learn first section Reverence Lesson 2:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions of the Feet (1st to 3rd), Port de Bras) Dance - learn second section Reverence Lesson 3:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Exercise for Balance, Grand Battement) Dance - learn third section Reverence Lesson 4:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions) Dance - learn fourth section Reverence Ballet Handout For each lesson there will be a handout with ballet words, positions or facts about ballet. Teaching Style & Interaction:- I have a positive approach to teaching. My video lessons are encouraging. As this is a self-paced course there are no live meetings.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn basic ballet technique including classic foot and arm positions.Learners will be taught a short, simple ballet dance which they can practice and perform to family.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Beginner Ballet - First Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Demi-Plié, Battement Tendu, Sauté)
Dance - learn first section
Reverence 37 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Beginner Ballet - Second Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions of the Feet (1st to 3rd), Port de Bras)
Dance - learn second section
Reverence 39 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Beginner Ballet - Third Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Exercise for Balance, Grand Battement)
Dance - learn third section
Reverence 45 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Beginner Ballet - Fourth Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions)
Dance - learn fourth section
Reverence 53 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please ensure children have enough space to move around while following along with the class videos. Remove anything they may bump into or knock down (e.g. your expensive vase!)
Class Attire:- Please wear appropriate free-moving clothes e.g. tee-shirt with leggings, leotard and wear either ballet shoes, bare-feet or non-slip dance socks while they are practicing. Check the floor surface isn't slippery.
Fitness:- Your child should be in a fit and healthy state. Please check with your doctor if you have any concerns.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
207reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of London (Royal Holloway)
I have been teaching dance for over 25 years. I am a qualified professional dance teacher holding my Ballet Teaching certificate with the NCDTA (Northern Counties Dance Teachers Association in the UK). I have taught all ages of ballet from young to adult; also training other teachers. I am currently the Children's Program Director of a Dance Studio in the USA. Ballet is one of my favorite classes to teach!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
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Ages: 9-13
