Dance Programs

Ballet (One lesson per week)
General Ballet Program
Classes grouped according to age level, dance experience, ability and yearly progress. Russian Vaganova method taught. Level 1 and 2 ballet examinations of the Society of Russian Ballet offered at the appropriate times. Students may continue to progress in our one ballet lesson per week program. Studio progress examination program offered.

For students age 6 and over (by Dec 31st)
35 weeks: 1 hour per week

1st payment September
2nd payment January

Ballet (Two lessons per week)
Intensive Ballet Technique Program
The studio strongly recommends ballet students take 2 ballet classes per week from approximately age 9 in order to achieve the full benefits of classical ballet training both physically and artistically. Due to the high technical demands and vast content of the Society of Russian Ballet examinations for students to continue with these examinations, it is necessary to take two classes per week after the level 2 examinations. This program is also for students who wish a quicker and more in-depth approach to classical ballet. Students should be available to attend Fridays for the additional lesson.

*Tuition reductions for additional lessons.

BALLET CLASS OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE 1 3 years old by September 151. 45 minute class per week for 30 lessons. Dance readiness program.

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE 2 4 years old by September] 51. 45 minute class per week for 32 lessons. Dance readiness program.

INTRODUCTION TO BALLET 5 years old by December 3]51. 45 minute class per week for 30 lessons. Dance readiness program.

GENERAL BALLET (AMATEUR) PROGRAM - 1 LESSON A WEEK

JUNIOR DIVISION (Class 1/ Class 2/ Class 3/ Class 4) Approximately 4 years to complete - work escalates over the 4 years.

AIMS 1. Understanding of own posture and stance

2. Development of flexibility

3. Basic barre and centre repetoire

4. Knowledge of dance terminology at grade level

5. Knowledge of technical requirement of material studied

6. Ability to work and appreciate ballet music

7. Good elevation and ballon

8. Fully utilized foot dexterity

9. Ability to perform simple combinations

10. Some sense of style and presentation

EXAMINATIONS - OFFERED RUSSIAN LEVEL PRIMARY, LEVEL I & LEVEL 2.
STUDIO EVALUATIONS PREBRONZE - BRONZE - SILVER AWARD

INTERMEDIATE DIVISION (Class 5/ Class 6/ Class 7/ Class 8) Approximately 4 years to complete - work escalates over the 4 years.

AIMS 1. Aware of individual technical corrections

2. Strength and flexibility developing

3. Increase allegro content

4. Working in 5th position

5. Ability to understand French terminology

6. Good musical and expressive sense

7. Ability to turn

8. Continued emphasis on feet and hamstring awareness and lower back strength

9. Greater variety of fluidity with arm movements

10. Clear ability to memorize and perform more complex combinations

EXAMINATIONS - STUDIO EVALUATIONS GOLD - SAPPHIRE - AMBER AMETHYST AWARD

SENIOR DlVISON (Class 9 Class 10 Class 11 Class 12) Approximately 4 years to complete - work escalates over the 4 years in general class form.

AIMS 1. Adapting technique to the changing body

2. Continued stress on strength and flexibility

3. Ability to adapt to a quicker class pace

4. Continuity of allegro

5. Complex turns

6. Good understanding of ballet repetoire

7. Complete body alignments

8. Strong contrast in allegro and adage movements

9. Variety of dance styles

10. Quick response to unseen enchainements

EXAMINATIONS - STUDIO EVALUATIONS - EMERALD - SCARLET - ELITE - PRIMA AWARD

TWICE A WEEK BALLET TECHNIQUE PROGRAM

A second ballet class in the technique program for those who wish a more in-depth study, at a quicker pace, in some areas of ballet study. (Although not a professional training program) only the motivated student should apply. The second class in most classes allows students to proceed with examinations beyond the range offered in the general school.

JUNIOR C/ B/ A/                   Russian 3 and 4 examinations offered

INTERMEDIATE
D/ PRE C/ C/ PRE B/ B/ A    Russian 5/ 6/ 7/ 8 examinations offered

INTENSIVE SCHOLAR PROGRAM

Three ballet classes in the technique program for those with a keen interest in dance. Complimentary curriculum enhance this intensive program.

JUNIOR C/ B/ A                   Russian 3 and 4 examinations offered

INTERMEDIATE
D/ C/ B/ A                             Russian 5/ 6/ 7/ 8 examinations offered

ADVANCED C/ B/ A           Russian Pre-Elementary / Elementary / Intermediate examinations offered

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Previous Study
If your child has had previous dance experience, please call for an interview to determine your child's level within the school. We cannot guarantee placement unless a vacancy is available. Interview by appointment, at no charge can be made by calling (519) 434-0612.