A&A BALLET
PRE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
BALLET III (ages 10-11+)
by placement only
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Continuing training in the fundamentals of classical ballet technique, vocabulary, and studio etiquette. Development of technical skills, coordination, discipline, and musicality. Classes in physical training with concentration on placement and correct body alignment.
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Classes include Ballet, Pre-pointe, Character, Contemporary, Repertoire
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Additional classes: Various (can be added on an individual basis)
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BALLET IV (ages 11-13+)
by placement only
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Continuing training in the fundamentals of classical ballet technique, vocabulary, and studio etiquette. Development of technical skills, coordination, discipline, and musicality. Exercises from previous levels are repeated with increased frequency. Development of the legs and feet are stressed, with more work en pointe.
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Classes include Ballet, Pointe, Character, Repertoire, Body Conditioning/Strength Training/Floor barre
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Additional classes: (Basic Partnering Conception, Contemporary, Variations, etc.) can be added on an individual basis
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BALLET V (ages 13+)
by placement only
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Exercises from the previous level are repeated with increased frequency with work en pointe. Classes will increase in complexity and there will be great emphasis on the development of line and smooth connection of movement quality. Development of the epaulements and port de bras. Strengthening the student's stability in various turns, beats, and large jumps. Repertoire is introduced to further the development of virtuosity, artistry, musicality, and personality.
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Classes include Ballet, Pointe, Character, Repertoire, Contemporary, Body Conditioning/Strength Training/Floor barre
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Additional classes: Basic Partnering Conception can be added on an individual basis
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BALLET VI (ages 15+)
by placement only
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Exercises from the previous level are repeated with increased frequency with work en pointe. Classes will increase more in complexity and there will be great emphasis on the development of artistry, speed, and quality of movement. Further development of the epaulements and port de bras. Strengthening the student's stability in various turns, beats, and large jumps. Repertoire is introduced to further the development of virtuosity, artistry, musicality, and personality.
Classes include Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Repertoire, Character, Contemporary, Body Conditioning/Strength Training/Floor barre
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Additional classes: Basic Partnering Conception can be added on an individual basis