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Ballet Performance (Coppélia)

In this 8-week ballet course geared towards dancers with prior experience, dancers will continue to build their dance foundation and work together on a final performance set to the music of "Coppélia."

Sarah Groginsky

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(595)

What's included

8 live meetings

5 hrs 20 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Coppélia is a famous ballet that tells the story of a doll who has seemingly come to life! This comedic, yet romantic ballet tells such a charming story set to beautiful music. 

In this 8-week course, we will work on a dance from Coppélia with a final performance on the last day. New ballet movements will be practiced first, then implemented during the choreography portion of the lesson. This class is geared towards students ages 7-9, who have prior ballet experience. This class is NOT intended for a beginner.

Classes will begin with stretches and a warm up, providing an opportunity to increase flexibility, balance, and stability. Dancers will practice exercises by the ballet barre. Chairs that come up to about the height of their waist are acceptable. After the barre work, we will work on movements in the center where we will improve coordination, muscular strength, and focus.

Students will receive videos throughout the course so they can practice the dance at home between lessons. Dancers will be expected to practice between lessons so we can progress together each week. 

Dancers may wear a leotard and tights or closely fitting leggings/shirt. Hair should be tied back.

Note: At least 3 dancers must be registered for the course to run.

Learning Goals

Working towards a goal, ballet techniques, performance skills, choreography & memory

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Please make sure your child takes the class in an open area where they will not accidentally kick something or put themselves in danger. Ideally, the space would not be slippery, but if it is a slippery surface, it is recommended to use non-stick socks or shoes. Parents and guardians should remain nearby to assist and prevent accidents. Having a water bottle nearby is ideal. If class is taken during warmer months, it is ideal to have an air conditioner or fan running to prevent overheating.

Supply List

Leotard/tights or leggings/non-baggy shirt
Ballet shoes or non-slip shoes
Ballet barre or chair
Positive attitude! :)

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Sarah Groginsky

Joined May, 2020

5.0

595reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hello current friends and future friends! 
Welcome to Ms. Sarah's virtual classes! I am super excited to share my passions including dance, world travel, music, writing, theater, and more with your children! My typical classes are high energy and intended to build skills, increase confidence, and have fun.
I graduated with honors with a double major in Psychology and Communications with a minor in Music from The City University of New York--Hunter College. I studied in Argentina at La Universidad de Mar del Plata and I hold a TESOL Certificate from Arizona State University. 

My experience includes both in-school and online teaching, particularly as an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher over the last four years and as a dance teacher for about ten years. As an ESL teacher, have worked with thousands of foreign learners, guiding them to high achievement with their English skills. I've created and utilized many tools and techniques to increase student output and  improve their written, spoken, and reading skills. I also work as a mentor for new online ESL teachers. I was also who helped build the English skills of students at a local school in Livingstone, Zambia in Africa. I have taught and can speak both Spanish and Hebrew as well.

I am a trained dancer with experience holding classes in ballet, jazz, contemporary, theater, and hip hop. I studied and trained my whole life as a dancer. I danced with companies and in shows in New York City. I have also taught dance at schools in New York City, abroad in other countries. I hold both personal and virtual dance and movement classes with the company I created in my area.  I ran the dance department at a day rehabilitation facility for special needs adults and at a school for the blind. What is my philosophy behind teaching dance? Dance is an art form. It is a creation of movement used to tell a story. My classes are constructed with the aim of building the student's confidence and providing a safe space for their own exploration. Classes are meant to be challenging, but very fun! 

Fun Fact: Upon graduating from college, my big goal was to hit "30 before 30!" I have traveled the world, meeting so many different people along the way, as I made it my mission to see 30 countries. I am looking forward to meeting all of my future friends who live around the USA and around the world.

I am so excited to see you soon in my classroom! 

ON-GOING Dance Class Details and Options:
*Dress Up! Royal Ballet & Tap Combo Class (This includes Ballet AND Tap)
        ~ Beginner Ages 3-5 (25 minutes)
        ~ Intermediate Ages 5-7 (40 minutes)

*Plié At the Ballet (This includes Ballet ONLY)
        ~Beginner Ages 4-6 (25 minutes)
        ~Intermediate Ages 4-6 (25 minutes)
        ~Intermediate Ages 5-6 (40 minutes)

*Time for Tap 1 & 2
        ~Beginner Ages 4-6 (25 minutes)
        ~Beginner Ages 7-10 (25 minutes)
        ~Intermediate Ages 5-7 (25 minutes)
        ~Intermediate Ages 8-10 (25 minutes)

*Cool Choreography Club 1 & 2 (This is a JAZZ dance class)
       ~(1) Beginner Ages 4-6 (25 minutes) 
       ~(2) Beginner Ages 6-8 (40 minutes)

*Monthly Performance Series (Ballet & Performance in the last week, (Runs monthly)
       ~ Beginner Ages 4-6 (40 minutes)
       ~ Intermediate Ages 7-9 (40 minutes)

*Lyrical Jazz (Previous jazz or ballet experience preferred, but not necessarily lyrical experience)
       ~Intermediate Ages 7-10 (45 minutes)
       ~Intermediate Ages 10-13 (45 minutes)

*Pajama Dance Party & Social Club
       ~Ages 4-8 (but siblings are accepted even outside of this age range)

*Creative & Improvisational Dance
       ~Ages 5-7 (25 minutes)

*Theater Dance
      ~Beginner Ages 5-8 (25 minutes)
      ~Intermediate Ages 8-10 (35 minutes)

*Stretch and Chat
      ~Ages 7-10 (25 minutes)

*Dance for Special Needs Tweens and Teens
       ~Ages 11-16, but flexible (25 minutes)

*Saturday Dance Party!
       ~Ages 5-8 (25 minutes)

Birthday Parties and private groups are Available! Please message me for affordable group rates!

**Most dance classes are available as a one-time introduction course as well. If you want to try a class without the commitment and you do not see one listed, please send me a message.**

If you have ANY questions, please send me a message so I can clarify any questions!

Note: I hold a valid license from ASCAP to play music during my classes. Artists must support artists and always be honest!