IMA Ballet Classes
Four Levels & Two Language Options
Toddler Ballet
Ages: 2-3.5 years old
This parent-child class is not just an introduction to music and dance, but also to basic ballet technique. Through the use of imagery, song, costumes and props, students work on developing coordination and musicality in a fun, dynamic environment. Listening skills and class etiquette are also practiced. The class is designed to begin formal ballet class structure and basic ballet vocabulary with parents participating as much as their child needs.
- Saturdays at Center Space/Ochun Studio
9am Englis Toddler
10 am French Toddler
- Sundays at Polaris Dance Theatre
9am French Toddler
10 am English Toddler
Preschool Ballet
Ages: 3.5-5 years old
Preschooler Ballet class continues working on the same fundamentals taught in Toddler Ballet with different exercises to keep students engaged and new technique is introduced. A higher degree of focus is expected as the students not only improve their coordination, musicality and technique, but also as they begin working at the barre. Formal ballet class structure is expanded upon as well as group work, working in pairs, and leadership skills.
- Saturdays at Center Space/Ochun Studio
11am French Preschooler
- Sundays at Polaris Dance Theatre
11 am English Preschooler
Pre Ballet
Ages: 5-8 years old
PreBallet class begins a formal ballet class structure of warmup, barre, technique exercises, stretching, center work and reverence. All the fundamentals from previous levels are built upon, but with greater expectations of focus and discipline from the dancers. Barre work becomes an integral part of the class, and short dance phrases are presented and worked on with the expectation of memorization. Some props and imaginative play are included in exercises.
- Saturday at Polaris Dance Theatre
1pm English Pre Ballet
Adult Ballet Basics
Ages: 18 and up
This class is for those with little or no prior ballet experience as well as those with some knowledge of ballet technique. This class can cater to multiple skill levels at once. The class will follow a standard ballet class format starting with barre work, streatching, and center work. Focus will be on how to practice positions and steps in a safe way for all body types. Engaging the core, hip rotation, and proper allignment are important parts of safe technique which will be explored.
- Saturdays at Polaris Dance Theatre
2pm English Adult Ballet Basics
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Masks are currently optional for ALL students and guardians entering the studio and accompanying children 2+.
All Classes are In-Person
$205-$215/Fall Session
11-week and 12-week classes starting September 6th
Classes are 45min, once per week.