Summer Intensive: Intro to Ballet
In our 4-day online course, we will learn the fundamentals of ballet including posture, positions, turnout, port de bras, and technique.
Joscelyn Beckley
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(487)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this four-day course, we will practice, dance, and learn the fundamental movements of ballet techniques. This beginning level class is designed to develop an awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary through barre practices while using a mix of classical ballet accompaniments and instrumental variations of popular hit songs for a dose of fun! Through a progressively structured curriculum, dancers will build focus and concentration while creating muscle memory and practicing proper classroom manners in a light-hearted approach. This class is designed as a follow-along for those with less than one year of experience! We will cover the following over four days: • Posture and Alignment • Port de Bras • Proper Turnout • Foot Positions • Plie, Tendu, Dégagé, Ronde de Jambe, Battement Développé, Grand Battement, Relevé, Retire, Passé, Sauté • Ballet Combination • History of Ballet Each class will include barre, stretching, reverence, and on... Day 1: Positions & Posture Day 2: History of Ballet Day 3: Center Floor Day 4: Choreographed Combination
Learning Goals
This is a great class to build upon the fundamentals of ballet and build control through body awareness. This course can be retaken as often as desired to perfect the techniques.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please ensure your dancer has a clean space, an arms-length wide, that is free of distractions.
Supply List
Dancers will need access to: • a sturdy chair/dresser/counter to use as a "barre" • a smooth surfaced floor (wood, laminate, tile, etc) • Water for hydration Great additions: • leotard, tights, and ballet flats for ladies | t-shirt, leggings, and ballet flats for gentlemen • hair neatly pulled back away from the face
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
487reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been studying dance for 25 years and am a firm believer that ballet sets dancers up for success! Ballet teaches dancers control, precision, and self-discipline while providing both physical fitness and mental stimulation. I love how calming and poetic this discipline is while building confident dancers for life.Reviews
Live Group Class
$45
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
40 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
2-8 learners per class
