Progressive Level Ballet Class on Sundays

Advanced Beginner

Students at this level have been dancing for approximately 3 to 4 years typically attending classes once a week or with equivalent experience. The 90-minute class includes a full barre and center practice. The curriculum focuses on strengthening and improving technique, with simple combinations that will gradually increase in complexity as the group progresses. New steps, will be introduced at a comfortable pace to ensure everyone in the group moves along at the same pace.

For a detailed view of our ballet class levels, please refer to our Level Chart at the end of this page. Some of the steps covered in the centre so far include: Pirouette Combinations across the floor, Épaulement, Petit Allegro (Assemblé, Jeté, Échappé, Sissonne, Glissade), Piqué Turns, Waltz and Pas de Vals (balancé) en tournament.

🩰 Course Details 🩰

• 📅 Ongoing until March 23/30, 2025 (flexible options available, including drop-in and prorated fees if unable to make all dates)
• ⏰ 4:30 - 6 PM weekly on Sundays (same level runs Tuesdays 6.30-8pm) and you get 20% off if you sign up for both
• 📍 Halifax Dance, Studio 4
• 👩‍🏫 Maria Osende
• Winter Storm Cancellation Date:The winter term runs January 5 to March 23 (12 weeks). March 30 is reserved as a storm cancellation make-up date, ensuring the term stays on track despite potential weather cancellations.

Similar level: Tuesdays 6-7.30pm @DanceSpace 1800 Argyle street, Halifax

Our Commitment To Making Ballet For Adults Accessible

Recognizing that this is primarily a recreational adult ballet class, we acknowledge varying fitness levels, ages, and skills among participants. We welcome students of all ages, respecting diverse abilities and physical limitations. Don't hesitate to join the class based on age or fitness level. We invite you to participate at your own pace, encouraging you to listen to your body and engage as much as feels comfortable.

Who comes to this class?

Our group is welcoming, diverse (with ages spanning four decades!), and inclusive, accommodating dancers with a wide range of experience within the level guidelines. For example, we have students who began dancing ballet as adults for the first time shortly before the pandemic, as well as seasoned dancers with a long history of ballet training who enjoy attending this class to focus on technique and strength rather than complexity. If you're unsure whether this class is the right fit, we encourage you to try it out! You also have the option to attend our Beginner 1 class from 3:15 to 4:30 pm for a considerably less challenging experience or our Open Level class from 3:00 to 4:30 pm for an intermediate/advanced experience.

Support Videos

When we work on a combination for several weeks, we post it on my Ballet Beyond Channel, free to access and a great resource to review and practise on your own. CBelow one of the videos form this level, check out my channel at: https://vimeo.com/channels/balletbeyond

Sunday Serenity in Downtown Halifax

Turn your ballet day into a relaxed urban escapade. Enjoy reduced traffic, free street parking, and easy access to downtown spots. Explore the Halifax Central Library, coffee shops, and culinary delights before or after class.

Note for Male Participants

Ballet welcomes both men and women. Join us, become an essential part of our vibrant community, and bring a balanced and diverse energy to our classes and performances.

Friendships Await

Embark on a ballet adventure with like-minded adults, sharing laughs, progress, and the common goal of embracing the joy of dance.

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