Kickstart Your Ballet Training! (Beginner Self-Paced Flex Course)
In this 6 week self-paced flex course beginner dancers will learn and practice Ballet Technique Basics. #creative
Ms Trish (Musical Theatre, Ballet & Dance)
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What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssessment
Learners will be assessed (after uploading their videos) via written comments in the classroom/learner messages or video feedback. Feedback will be of a positive nature offering tips for improvement.Class Experience
This 6 Week Flexible Beginner Ballet Course is aimed at children aged 7 - 11 years. It is suitable for 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. A huge advantage to taking a flexible course is the ability to practice the weekly videos over and over. Learners are encouraged to upload their own videos to the classroom so that I can offer feedback during the course and also to build a comradery with fellow learners. This Kickstart course will help give confidence to anyone starting beginner Ballet classes. Dance is an art-form which requires practice to master techniques. Learners will be encouraged to practice. Each week the videos will both build-on and practice techniques learned. Each week there will be both an instructional lesson and a practice video version. Week 1:- Introduction - What is ballet? Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Demi-Plié, Battement Tendu, Sauté) Dance - learn first section Reverence Week 2:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions of the Feet (1st to 3rd), Port de Bras) Dance - learn second section Reverence Week 3:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Exercise for Balance, Grand Battement) Dance - learn third section Reverence Week 4:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions) Dance - learn fourth section Reverence Week 5:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (Focus on Echappé) Dance - focus on placement Reverence Week 6:- Warm Up Ballet Technique (All Positions) Dance - focus on performance Reverence Weekly Challenge Each week I shall set a challenge for the learners to participate in. E.g. "The Balance Challenge". Learners will practice and then post a video of their balance by the end of the week. Weekly Ballet Handout Each week I will post a handout with ballet words, positions or facts about ballet. Teaching Style & Interaction:- I have a positive approach to teaching. As this is a flexible course there are no live meetings; however I will be available via the classroom for feedback and support. I will aim to reply to all messages/videos within 24 hours of them being posted. I encourage learners to post in the classroom, interact with each other as well as myself. Let's share the love of dance!
Learning Goals
Students will learn basic beginner ballet technique including pliés, sauté, ballet positions. They will also learn a Ballet Dance.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1 Ballet Class
Introduction - What is ballet?
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Demi-Plié, Battement Tendu, Sauté)
Dance - learn first section
Reverence Lesson 2:
Week 2 Ballet Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions of the Feet (1st to 3rd), Port de Bras)
Dance - learn second section
Reverence Lesson 3:
Week 3 Ballet Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Exercise for Balance, Grand Battement)
Dance - learn third section
Reverence Lesson 4:
Week 4 Ballet Class
Warm Up
Ballet Technique (Focus on Positions)
Dance - learn fourth section
Reverence 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.
Instructional Videos will be uploaded (unlisted) to YouTube. These will be embedded into the Outschool Classroom and do not require you to have a Youtube Account.
Supply List
Handouts with ballet words, positions or facts will be provided weekly for the student's reference.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2020
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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
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 7-11
