Ballet Pre-Pointe Conditioning (1X per Week) Join Anytime (Intermediate Dancers)
This class is designed for dancers who are preparing to transition to pointe work through a targeted blend of strength training, flexibility exercises, and ballet-specific conditioning.
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate Level
This class is designed for dancers who are preparing to transition to pointe work. Through a targeted blend of strength training, flexibility exercises, and ballet-specific conditioning, students will focus on building the foundational strength and alignment needed for safe and successful pointe work. Emphasis is placed on foot and ankle strength, core stability, and proper alignment of the legs and body. Students will also engage in exercises that enhance balance, turnout, and overall body awareness. This class is ideal for dancers aiming to build the physical strength and technique required for pointe work, or for those recently promoted to pointe who may need extra support in specific areas. Each class will cover the following: - Group Warmup - Group Strength and Alignment Exercises - Group Stretch and Flexibility Exercises - Daily Focus: Foot Strength and Shaping, Balance and Alignment, Turnout, or Calf Strength NOTE: Week of Feb 4, 2025, this class will start 15 minutes earlier and run for 40 minutes.
Learning Goals
Improve strength and flexibility in legs and feetGain awareness of and improve alignment throughout the body
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents are responsible for the safety of their student/s. A space of at least 4 feet by 4 feet must be clear of any trip hazards or dangerous objects. Tap shoes required. No socks or bare feet.
Health & Safety:
You understand that dance and physical exercise carry inherent risks of injury. You should consult with a physician or healthcare professional before beginning any physical activity to ensure that it is appropriate for your fitness level and personal health.
Personal Responsibility:
You are responsible for creating a safe and appropriate environment for your participation, including wearing proper attire, using non-slippery surfaces, and ensuring adequate space. If at any point you feel discomfort, dizziness, or pain, you should stop immediately and seek medical advice.
Instruction & Modifications:
While the instructor provides guidance and modifications, it is your responsibility to gauge your ability to perform the exercises. Any modifications or variations are to be performed at your own risk.
Waiver of Liability:
By engaging in these online classes, you waive any and all claims against the instructor, the company, or any associated parties for injuries, damages, or losses that may occur from your participation in the class, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
Intellectual Property:
The content provided in this class is for personal use only. Reproduction, distribution, or unauthorized sharing of class materials is prohibited without written consent.
Class Size Minimum:
If the class size minimum is not met, the class may still be held but finish early, depending on the material covered for each lesson. Fewer students often results in moving through the lesson much faster. The class fee, however, remains the same, because the same amount of material is being covered during each lesson. (OR) Students may be combined from multiple sections of the same class into one class time, creating one full class instead of several partially-filled classes. You will be notified in advance if this second option is required. I understand that a schedule change may interfere with other classes you are taking on Outschool.
Pre-Requisites
A minimum of 3 years of formal ballet training required. Enrollment in a minimum of 2 hours of intermediate ballet per week recommended for best results in your pre-pointe journey.
Supply List
Students will need: - Ballet shoes, fitted ballet attire (warmups permitted) - Hair pulled back away from the face - Cleared space for dancing (at least 4' x 4') - Ballet barre or the back of a tall chair, counter, etc
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Associate's Degree in Science from Tidewater Community College
Cultivating Excellence in Ballet Education and Beyond!
I'm a new teacher here on Outschool (but have nearly 10 years of teaching experience). I can't wait to see you in my next class! ❤️
AMBER ROBERTS trained at ballet schools in Virginia from age 7 to adult under Cecchetti, French, and Vaganova methods. She also studied contemporary, jazz, and tap. In her youth, she performed in annual showcases and recitals, danced at public functions, and was often requested to dance solos and choreograph routines for community gatherings.
Amber holds an Associate of Science Diploma (2006), is a Ballet Teacher (2016-Present), holds a certificate in Strength Training and Injury Prevention (2022), and is CPR and First Aid Certified.
In 2016, Amber began teaching ballet, contemporary, and tap at studios in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. She teaches beginner to high-intermediate and choreographs routines for year-round training programs and summer intensives. She taught ballet technique for a youth ballet company (2022-2024). She was both a choreographer and rehearsal assistant for several original ballets and has choreographed for and assisted on the set of numerous holiday and Spring performances since 2016.
Amber has trained students who have been accepted into prestigious summer programs including Ballet Magnificat and American Ballet Theatre. She has also guided and trained dedicated students who have gone on to pursue college dance programs, advancing both their dance careers and long-term life goals.
Amber is deeply passionate about enriching dancers' education beyond technical training. She has developed specialized courses to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of the art form. Some of these courses include: “Master Ballet Vocabulary: Read, Say, and Spell 100 Ballet Terms,” “Discover Ballet History (15th Century to Present Day),” and “Art of Contemporary Ballet: Concept, Connection, Creativity.”
Amber Roberts is proud to include the AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE® National Training Curriculum, a breakthrough 9 level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development. The ABT® National Training Curriculum consists of a comprehensive set of age-appropriate, outcome-based guidelines to provide the highest quality ballet training to dance students of all ages and skill levels. Pre-Primary through Level 3 will be taught by ABT® Certified Teacher, Amber Roberts, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 3 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum.
Amber was also a Homeschool mom and teacher for pre-k, elementary, and middle school grades!Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
4-10 learners per class
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