Ballet With Miss Marin: Intermediate Dance Class (Level 2)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Intermediate Level
In this weekly Ballet class, we will continue to practice our technique, develop artistry, and make friends as we dance together to classical music! We will learn intermediate Ballet movement and vocabulary to develop both strength and grace. If you have taken at least 2 years of Ballet training, then this is the class for you! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This class is structured and will follow the same format each week: 1. Class will start with a Ballet barre where we will begin with plié and tendu followed by the classical steps. All movement will be broken so every student can be set up for success. Contrasting movement will be taught at barre (adagio vs. allegro) as well as coordination between the upper and lower body. 2. After barre, we will take a water break and then work on flexibility with specific stretches. 3. Next, it's time to test our skills with centre technique pertaining to balance and strength. We will learn moving combinations utilizing the technique we worked on at barre. 4. If time allows, we will end each class with a short ballet combination to refine our memory skills and expand on our individual artistry! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Please have a sturdy object to use as a ballet barre such as a chair, stool, or barre. Prior knowledge and experience of Ballet is expected, including: Knowing the positions of the feet (1st/2nd/4th/5th), tendu, plié, passé, grande battement, and arabesque. WEEKLY BREAKDOWN Week of January 6th - Foundation work, sauté in first, spotting exercises and adage Week of January 13th - Emphasis on turnout during movement, dynamic alignment, échappé, changement, and pas de chat Week of January 20th - Posture, core work and balance, arabesque in 3rd, and continuation of jumps Week of January 27th - Developing mechanics of pirouette, assemblé, and continuation of posture work - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - ❤️ Students are welcome to join in at any time that best fits with your schedule! All steps taught will be broken down and reviewed each class so every student can be successful and have fun together. ❤️ Music used in class will be classical piano. Since Ballet is a physical activity, it is recommended there be adult supervision throughout class as there is always a level of risk associated with any physical activity. Please have a space cleared of clutter (minimum 4X4 ft square) so your learner can move about freely and safely, as well as a sturdy object to use as a ballet barre. *I lead my classes with kindness, structure, and encourage students to reach their full potential. Please don't hesitate to message me if you have any questions! ~Miss Marin
Learning Goals
Students will expand on their knowledge of Ballet. Equal emphasis will be placed on technique and artistry so students can be creative and have fun together!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Since Ballet is a physical activity, it is recommended there be adult supervision throughout class as there is always a level of risk and injury that can occur with any physical activity. Please have a space cleared of debris and clutter (minimum 4X4 ft square) so your learner can move about freely and safely, as well as a sturdy object to use as a ballet barre. Having a water bottle or water near is important in case your learner gets thirsty during class (we will take a short designated water break during class). Safety is my #1 priority as a teacher, so let's make sure your learner is in a safe environment so we can have fun dancing together!
Pre-Requisites
Students should have at least two years of Ballet experience and understand vocabulary: plié, tendu, rélevé, retiré/passé, arabesque, chassé.
Supply List
You should be in a space cleared from clutter and debris so it is safe to move about freely. Bring some water or a water bottle in case you get thirsty! Dance clothes that are comfortable to move in as well as ballet shoes, socks or bare feet is fine. Please have a sturdy object to use as a ballet barre (I will be using a chair.)
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Point Park University
I have been a Dance Educator and Teacher at academies, public schools, university, and non-profit organizations for 12+ years and dancing for the past 26 years having trained in Classical Ballet, Jazz, and Modern dance. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance from the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University (Top 5 University Dance Program in the U.S.) where I also studied Dance History and Kinesiology. Every class I teach is thoughtfully crafted to ensure all students are set up for success and can find joy through movement. I can't wait to have you in class!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$14
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 151 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
4-8 learners per class