Beginning Ballet (4-6, Ongoing)
In this class ongoing class, students will learn all the ballet basics from a professional dancer! After a warm up, students will be taught new dance vocabulary and technique, and learn a fun dance to perform at the end of class.
Katie Powers
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(180)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Hello! In this Intro to Ballet class, students will start by introducing themselves and making new friends inside the classroom. After introductions and fun facts have been shared, we will move into a warm up to prepare for dancing. Warm up will include a stretching sequence as well as a few dance activities to get the dancers imagination and creativity flowing. Next, students will be taught several new dance vocabulary words, and we will practice performing these steps together. Once students feel comfortable with their new dance moves, we will craft a short ballet combination to perform as a group at the end of class to show off our new skills. As important as building technique is, the main goal of this class is for students to have fun and fall in love with ballet. No previous ballet experience is needed to take this course, just curiosity and a willingness to try new things. General Schedule: Week 1 (July 31st) - Intro to ballet; Learn your basics, meet your bar and find positions Week 2 (Aug. 7th) - Say hi to your feet; point, flex, turn out, tendu, and all the other fun things your feet can do Week 3 (Aug. 14th) - Get ready to jump; Plie, releve, how to jump and land Week 4 (Aug. 21st)- Time to turn; Passe, spotting, how to use your arms in a turn
Learning Goals
Students will learn new dance vocabulary and technique while having fun, getting some exercise, and expressing themselves. As this is a ballet course, students will learn specifically about ballet technique, but more importantly how to care for their bodies so they can stay active throughout their whole lives. The number one goal of this class is to spread the love of dance and performing arts and encourage creativity.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental Guidance is always suggested for classes that are physically active, however this is not mandatory. As a teacher, I will be showing students how to dance with care and prevent injury. Please make sure your student has proper footwear and clothing, access to water, and a clear space to move before class begins in order to insure their safety.
Supply List
Ballet shoes are required for this course, as they are an important part of keeping dancer's feet safe, especially when dancing on floors in a home. Students must also have access to something that can substitute for a ballet barre, although this may not be used every class. This could be any sturdy and elevated surface, such as a counter top or preferably a chair. Please have students wear clothing that is comfortable and easy to move in. Leotard and tights are recommended but not required. Students should have their hair pulled back away from the face so it won't get in the way while dancing (a classic ballet bun is always a good way to go). Water should be close by so the student can stay hydrated through out class, as water breaks will be given often. This course is designed to be done in the possibly restricted/small area of the home, but make sure the student has a flat, clean surface to dance on and that they will not hit anything in the surrounding area while dancing.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
180reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
As a professional dancer myself, I have many years of experience and training in the world of dance. In addition to being a performer, I have training in physical therapy which ensures that I can help prevent dance related injuries in my students. I have been teaching both dance and wellness and recovery for many years now and am very excited to share this knowledge with the students of Outschool to make sure their learning experience is the best it can be.
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Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 312 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
2-10 learners per class
