Ballet
Come and enjoy the progression of a graceful barre and centre practice. More complex patterning and centre work for those who want to expand their ballet choreography. Strength, flexibility and grace will lead this ballet technique class as we move through our ballet barre, creative centre practice, strength-building jumps, and classical choreography.
FALL REGISTRATION OPEN AUGUST 18th - MARCH 1st.
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All Classes Drop-In friendly until spring break, after spring break a portion of performance classes will be dedicated to rehearsal, drop-ins accepted as long as practical.
Levels & Class Descriptions
NEW* BEGINNER 1
No experience required. Accessible for novice dancers or dancers new to the ballet genre. You always wanted to! Strength, flexibility, and grace will lead this ballet technique class as we learn the basic positions and structure of ballet technique. You will be guided through our ballet barre, creative centre practice, strength-building jumps, and classical choreography. Ballet is a beautiful moving art form that can take years to perfect. This short commitment intro to ballet technique offers you a taste — how to be in a ballet class, basic positions, a feel for the style.
THURSDAYS 6:00-7:15pm with MIYOUKI @ OAKLANDS RECREATION CENTRE *STARTS OCT 23
8 WEEK SESSIONAL PACKAGE OCT 23-DEC 18 $184 +GST - in progress
NEW* OPEN BEGINNER
No experience required. Accessible for novice dancers or dancers new to the ballet genre. This class is non-performance and will remain Drop-in Friendly all year long.
TUESDAYS 11:00-NOON with MIYOUKI **NOV 11 @ Dance Victoria DROP IN
OPEN BEGINNER 2
Minimum 1 year dance experience. Accessible for dancers with minimal dance experience or to the ballet genre. This class is non-performance and will remain Drop-in Friendly all year long.
SATURDAYS 2:35-3:50PM with MIYOUKI
NEW* INTERMEDIATE OPEN
Minimum 2-3 years of ballet experience, or for more experienced dancers new to ballet. More complex patterning and centre work for those who want to expand their ballet choreography. Dancers are recommended to participate in 2-3 classes per week. This class is non-performance and will remain Drop-in Friendly all year long.
SATURDAYS 4:00-5:15PM with MIYOUKI * STARTS OCT 18th
INTERMEDIATE 1 performance
Minimum 2-3 years of ballet experience, or for more experienced dancers new to ballet. More complex patterning and centre work for those who want to expand their ballet choreography. Dancers are recommended to participate in 2-3 classes per week. This class is a progressive course from September to June ending with a Performance. After spring break a portion of class will be dedicated to rehearsal. Drop-ins will be accepted as long as practical.
TUESDAYS 4:45-6:00PM with KATHY *NOV 11 @ Dance Victoria DROP IN
INTERMEDIATE 1/2 performance
Minimum 4 years of dance experience; Dancers should be at a strong level of ballet and able to navigate a complex class. A good level for dancers coming back home to ballet after a break. Dancers are recommended to participate in 2-4 dance classes per week. This class is a progressive course from September to June ending with a Performance. After spring break a portion of class will be dedicated to rehearsal. Drop-ins will be accepted as long as practical.
TUESDAYS 9:30-11:00AM with MIYOUKI *NOV 11 @ Dance Victoria DROP IN
INTERMEDIATE 2 performance
Minimum 4 years of dance experience; Dancers should be at a strong level of ballet and able to navigate a complex class. A good level for dancers coming back home to ballet after a break. Dancers are recommended to participate in 2-4 dance classes per week. This class is a progressive course from September to June ending with a Performance. After spring break a portion of class will be dedicated to rehearsal. Drop-ins will be accepted as long as practical.
WEDNESDAYS 5:00-6:30PM with MIYOUKI
OPEN ADVANCED
Minimum 5 years of dance experience and strong ballet background required, must be able to navigate a complex class. Strengthen your technique, fly in the air and expand your vocabulary in this physically challenging and choreographically advanced class. Dancers are recommended to participate in 3-6 dance classes per week. This class is non-performance and will remain Drop-in Friendly all year long.
MONDAY 7:40-9:10 PM with PETER
ADVANCED performance
Dancers should have a strong ballet background, cope with varying methods of ballet and must be able to navigate a complex class. Strengthen your technique, fly in the air and expand your vocabulary in this physically challenging and choreographically advanced class. Dancers are recommended to participate in 3-6 dance classes per week. This class is a progressive course from September to June ending with a Performance. After spring break a portion of class will be dedicated to rehearsal. Drop-ins will be accepted as long as practical.
WEDNESDAYS 7:00-8:30PM with MIYOUKI
SATURDAY 9:30-11:00AM with PETER or KATHY *Performance subject to Interest
PRE-POINTE
Level: Intermediate or above
Start your Pointe journey with this introductory class for dancers with intermediate and above ballet level. Most of class will be at the barre, developing strength, posture & technique. Dancers will begin the course in soft shoes and are expected to support their training with 2+ ballet classes per week and regular at-home practice. Dancers wishing to progress to Pointe shoes must first be evaluated for strength by Kathy or Miyouki. This class is offered as a sessional or Drop-In only and is not part of full-year registration.
WEDNESDAYS 6:30-7:00PM with MIYOUKI (Drop-In $15)
SESSIONALS
FALL: Sep 10 - Dec 17 (15 weeks) - $175 +GST
WINTER: Jan 7 - Mar 11 (10 weeks) - $115 +GST
SPRING: Mar 25 – May 27 (10 weeks) - $115 +GST
POINTE
Level: Intermediate 2 or above, attending 2+ ballet classes per week.
Increase your strength and placement in this pointe class for dancers with minimum 3 years experience on pointe. Most of class will be at the barre, developing strength with options given to those who can support center practice. This is a progressive class from September to June ending with a Performance - required attendance of twice a week for performance. After spring break a portion of class will be dedicated to rehearsal. Drop-ins will be accepted as long as practical.
WEDNESDAYS 8:30-9:15PM with MIYOUKI - DROP IN $15/ 45 mins
SATURDAYS 11:00-11:45AM with KATHY - DROP IN $15/ 45 mins
FULL YEAR REGISTRATION - For purposes of registration both classes will count as one class.
SESSIONALS
FALL: Sep 10 - Dec 17 (14.5 weeks) - $295 +GST
- WED only (15 weeks) $175 +GST / SAT only (14 weeks) $165 +GST
WINTER: Jan 7 - Mar 14 (10 weeks) - $230 +GST
- WED only $115 +GST / SAT only $115 +GST
SPRING: Mar 25 – Jun 20 (13 weeks) - $280 +GST