Course Description
Pauline – Graduation Classique
Classical Kids – Initiation to Dance
45-minute class reserved for children between 4 and 5 years old who have never or rarely taken dance lessons. The course is in the form of fun discovery workshops around classical dance by learning the fundamental notions of dance (space, rhythm, observation, posture, …).
Classic Kids 1
From 6 years old or after one/two years of dance. The course remains fun but the work is done with more precision and mastery. Children are introduced in a playful way to get them to love dance by awakening their musicality, creativity and body awareness.
Classic Kids 2
From the age of 7/8, the classical 2 course begins the technical training of the student. The child discovers the classic technique, works on flexibility and support while encouraging creativity and self-confidence.
Classic Kids 3
From 9/10 years old or depending on the technical level, the classic 3 course continues the classic technical training of the student. The child improves his technique and coordination, works on his memorization and flexibility.
Classic Kids 4
From 10/11 years old or depending on the technical level, the classic 4 course continues the classic technical training of the student with more precision and mastery. The child strengthens his flexibility, balance and coordination.
Classic Pre-Teen 5
From the age of 12/13 or depending on the technical level, the classic 5 course begins the classic technical qualification of the student. Development of artistic expression and deepening of technique through the development of increasingly complex sequences.
Start of pointe work for girls.
Classic Teen/Adult Intermediate/Advanced + Pointe
shoes
90-minute class (60 + 30) for teenagers and adults with good ballet practice.
Continue your technical and artistic progress through exercises that allow you to develop the mastery of movement and your body by combining expressiveness and musicality, all in a caring environment while respecting the level of each student. The last 30 minutes are devoted to working on Pointes …
Classic Teens/Adults Beginners
One-hour class for teenagers and adults who have not taken ballet lessons or have hardly taken ballet lessons. Discover the art of this discipline, learning the positions, the fundamental steps, the basics of the classical technique. An enriching experience where learning takes place in a professional and welcoming environment, promoting the artistic and technical development of each student.
Célia – Introduction to Contemporary and (Neo) Classical
Contemporary Pre-Teen Course
From 9/10 years old, the contemporary course introduces to inking on the ground and especially the awareness of changes in body weight and taking up space. The approach to the ground is done gently and students begin to set their imagination in motion through the curiosity of improvisation. They are also invited to speak out to express their feelings and emotions in a caring way and listening to themselves and others.
Contemporary Course for Teens-Adults
From 14/15 years old and depending on the level, the class seeks fluidity of movement by playing with body weight and juggling from the ground to jumps. Improvisation becomes more familiar and students gain confidence in their proposals, gradually developing their own choreographic vocabulary. The work of expression is also fully tuned.
Course (Neo) – Classic Teens-Adults
From 14/15 years old and depending on the level of competence, neo-classical classes are organized in a standard way, including a warm-up session at the barre or center, technical exercises and the creation of choreographies for the annual shows. At this level, the emphasis is on in-depth work on technique and detail, with special attention paid to each student. The “Neo” dimension is manifested above all through Célia’s choreographic and musical style.
Marie – Jazz
Jazz is a dynamic and energetic style of dance, mixing academic technique with letting go and feeling. It is characterized by its rhythm, its use of body isolations and its expressive movements. The objectives of the course are to develop technique (master the basics of modern jazz dance, including isolations, contractions, jumps and pirouettes), strengthen coordination and musicality, encourage dancers to express emotions and tell stories through their movements, improve flexibility, strength and endurance. The classes consist of a warm-up, technical work in the center and in crossings, often varying the heights, technical sequences and a choreography to memorize.
children
This class is designed to introduce children in a playful and creative way. The exercises and choreographies are adapted to capture their attention and stimulate their imagination. The objective of the course is to develop motor skills and coordination, introduce the basic concepts of rhythm and movement, encourage self-expression and self-confidence.
Teen 1
This class is aimed at pre-teens and teenagers wishing to deepen their jazz dance skills. It emphasizes technical development and artistic expression.
Teen 2
The course for teens focuses on the advanced development of jazz techniques. Students are encouraged to develop a strong stage presence and self-expression, to improve their physical condition, endurance and flexibility. The choreographies are more and more elaborate and intense.
adults
This course is aimed at adults of all levels who wish to learn or improve jazz dance. It combines technique, artistic expression and physical well-being (work on physical fitness and flexibility).
The goal is to learn or perfect academic technique by using dance as a means of expression and relaxation.
Marie – Classical children – dance awakening / initiation
45-minute class reserved for children between 4 and 6 years old. The course is in the form of discovery workshops around classical dance by learning the fundamental notions of dance (space, rhythm, observation, posture,…). Children are introduced in a playful way to get them to love dance by awakening their musicality, creativity and body awareness. At the end of this class, the dance positions are mastered, and the work at the barre begins.
Classic Kids 1
From the age of 7/8, the classic 1 course begins the technical training of the student. The child discovers the classic technique, works on flexibility and support while encouraging creativity and self-confidence. At the end of this class, the student masters a small bar, a few sequences in the center or in crossings.
Classic Kids 2
From 9/10 years old or depending on the technical level, the classic 2 course continues the classic technical training of the student. The child improves his technique and coordination, works on his memorization and flexibility. He is now able to present a complete bar, and the sequences in the center or in crossings are becoming more complex.
Classic Kids 3/4
From 10/11 years old or depending on the technical level, the classic 3 course continues the classic technical training of the student with more precision and mastery. The child strengthens his flexibility, balance and coordination. The sequences are more and more varied and technical, and the notion of repertoire is addressed. Beyond technical work, artistic development and expression are highlighted.