All IN MOTION classes are designed for adults. (18 years+)
* PLEASE NOTE: Due to Provincial Health Guidelines, in-studio participation may be subject to change *
Introduction to Ballet
The Introduction to Ballet class is for absolute beginners, and we strongly encourage participants with no experience to take two terms of this level before advancing to Beginner Ballet. Each 90-minute class will provide a sound foundation of classical ballet technique. Participants will explore ballet steps at the barre, as well as simple stationary combinations in the centre.
Introduction to Contemporary
Introduction to Contemporary is for adults who are either currently enrolled or have taken the equivalent of our Intermediate Ballet or higher, or who have had recent training in ballet and contemporary (at least two years). This is also appropriate for adults who have taken at least four years of ballet as a child or teen. This class will incorporate the foundations of floor work and the ability to get up and down from the floor is required.
Introduction to Contemporary uses the principles of mindfulness, release technique, Limón technique, and Viewpoints, explore movements of the whole body through the space. This class creates a safe place for participants to focus inward, explore, laugh and connect! This 60-minute class begins with a warm-up that brings awareness to the body followed by a series of exercises in the centre, across the room as well as floor work.
Beginner Ballet
Beginner Ballet is for adults who have taken Introduction to Ballet or who have had recent training in ballet (at least two years). This class is also appropriate for adults who have taken at least three years of ballet as a child or teen.
Beginner Ballet helps improve strength, posture, flexibility and balance. Participants will build on their classical ballet vocabulary and work to coordinate “port de bras” (movement of the arms and head) with movements of the legs and feet. This 90-minute class begins at the barre where students work on the foundations of ballet technique. The barre is followed by centre work where participants work on simple turns and travelling sequences to develop grace and musicality.
Intermediate Ballet/Introduction to Pointe
Intermediate Ballet is for adult students who have taken Beginner Ballet or who have had a least three years of recent ballet training. This class will further expand the students’ knowledge of ballet terminology and steps while focusing on increased coordination of upper and lower body movements.
Add-on: Introduction to Pointe is for adult ballet students who wish to take their training one step further. For 30 minutes at the end of class, students will change shoes and work through beginner pointe exercises. Participants can expect to move back to the barre to work on rolling through the feet and strengthening the feet, ankles, and legs.
Advanced Ballet/Beginner Pointe
Advanced Ballet is for students who have taken Beginner and Intermediate Ballet or who have had at least four years of recent ballet training. This class is also appropriate for adults who have taken at least five years of ballet as a child or teen.
In Advanced Ballet, participants continue to hone their classical ballet technique and expand their vocabulary. This 90-minute class begins with a 45 - 60 minute barre where “port de bras” (movement of the arms and upper body) is integrated into each exercise and combinations to develop advanced coordination. The barre is followed by centre work where participants work on turning and travelling sequences as well as simple jumps.
Add-on: Beginner Pointe is for adult ballet students who wish to take their training one step further. For 30 minutes at the end of class, students will change shoes and work through beginner pointe exercises. Participants can expect to move back to the barre to work on rolling through the feet and strengthening the feet, ankles, and legs.
Creative Movement (55+)
Claudia enjoys sharing her lifelong passion for dance in adult movement classes featuring gentle physical warm-ups based on tai chi exercises, easy-to-follow low impact stepping patterns, and simple movement phrases. Danced to a variety of music, the movement phrases become instant dance creations to share with each other - playful, uplifting, energizing and fun! No previous dance experience is required. Claudia shares the many benefits of dance to your health and well-being in a safe and respectful environment. The class is suitable for older participants including those who are 55+.
