Learn the absolute basics of ballet to get started with your dancing

What you'll learn
- Basic ballet posture
- Basic ballet movement
- The use of feet in ballet
- The use of arms and upper body in ballet

Requirements
- There are absolutely no pre-requisites for this class - anyone is welcome!

Description
Curious about ballet, but don't have any dance experience? Or have experience with other dance styles, but not sure how to start learning ballet? Not a problem! This class is designed with adult learners in mind, and doesn't require any prior dance experience.

This class is for you if:

* If you've ever thought of learning ballet, but feel that it is too late to start as an adult.

* You wish someone would just clearly explain the basics of ballet before diving into the complicated stuff.

* You've tried a ballet class in the past, and felt completely overwhelmed and confused.

* You dance another style, and know that ballet technique can help you improve, but don't know where to begin.

In this class, we will only cover the very basics that will help you get started. This is not a full ballet class, but a short, detailed breakdown of the fundamentals - perfect for those with zero experience, or those looking to understand the basics in more detail. We will discuss and practice ballet posture, weight placement, turnout and fundamental movements. All of the practice in this class is done facing the barre (or whatever you are using for support) - making it perfect for those with very limited experience with ballet positions and movements.

This course covers the basic techniques and movements to help all learners navigate a ballet class. You will learn about and practice:

* Weight placement and posture

* The use of feet in ballet

* Using your natural turnout

* The fundamental movements: plié and tendu

* The use of port-de-bras

* How to begin applying ballet technique to other dance styles

Each section offers an explanation and demo of the movement or combination we will be practicing, and a follow-along practice section. Feel free to pause, replay and try again any of the exercises as many times as you need!

You will not need any specific equipment, aside from something to use for support - a ballet barre is excellent if you have access to one, but a chair or kitchen counter work just as well!)

Who this course is for:
- Adults with zero dance experience looking to learn ballet.
- Dancers of other dance styles looking to improve their dancing by ballet techniques.
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