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Step into the world of ballet with Ballet Beyond!
Our Ballet Basics classes welcome adults of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels to explore the transformative power of dance. You always wanted to try ballet and never did? This is the perfect class for you!
Whether you’re revisiting a childhood dream or trying ballet for the first time, this supportive and inclusive course will help you build confidence, improve well-being, and experience the joy of movement.
Your ballet journey starts here—one step at a time.
Ballet Basics Entry Level Course Content:
This Ballet Basics Entry Level Course is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in fundamental ballet techniques, focusing on proper alignment, muscle engagement, and a gradual progression from barre to centre to across the floor exercises. Each element contributes to building a strong ballet practice, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the art form. Here is a summary of what you will learn during this course.
Basic Alignment and Muscle Action:
- Understanding bones and bony points crucial for ballet
- Mechanics of Turnout
- Mechanics of Plie
- Mechanics of Tendu
- Correct placement of tendu to the side and its importance in all ballet work to the side
Barre:
- Demi plie and rise in 1st, 2nd, 5th positions
- Tendu and Jete en croix
- Rond de Jambe endehors with body bends side and flat back
- Fondu with foot in cou de pied derriere
- Cou de Pied positions front and back
- Retire to Retire front and back and Passe retire
- Grand Battement front and side
- Arabesque
- Use of Vaganova turned head in preparation and finish at the barre
Centre:
- Port de bras – 1st Vaganova: Breath port de bras from preparatory to demi seconde
- Use of croisé
- Temps lie from 1st to 2nd with correct placement of the tendu and 2nd position
Centre and Across Floor:
- Saute in 1st, 2nd
- Echappe
- Polka
- Galop (chasse) devant and side
- Triplet with 1st port de bras
- Balance
- Ballet walks and runs
- Temps leve in retire parallel
- Reverence
Enroll Today and Step into the World of Ballet!
Don’t let hesitation hold you back. Embrace this unique opportunity to learn ballet from scratch, under the guidance of an experienced teacher who is passionate about introducing newcomers to the art. Unleash your inner dancer, improve your fitness, and make Sunday your favorite day of the week!
Ready to take the leap?
Sign up now or contact us if you have questions. Remember, it’s never too late to start something new and beautiful.
Student Reviews
Course: Beginner Ballet 1 🩰 Sundays Read More
Marel is an amazing teacher! She has so much knowledge, and a profound desire to share that knowledge with her students. She’s incredibly generous with her time, patient, attentive and kind. I have learned so much from her and hope I can continue doing so as long as she plans to teach. Adult ballet students in Halifax are incredibly fortunate to have such a gifted and dedicated instructor.
Progressive Ballet Read More
Incredible experience for progressive ballet. Maria focuses on each of her students and makes corrections. For adult learners, it is important to build strength and develop good muscle memory. She focuses on building technique as well as the artistry of ballet. When you watch her demonstrate a combination, you can feel her artistry, and you'll begin to build artistry within yourself. Her class is always inspiring and so much fun; you'll feel joy while improving your work. I highly recommend training in ballet with Maria after trying three other ballet schools in Halifax.
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A very professional ballet coach with personal approach to students. Thank you so much!😊
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Who Is Ballet Our Basics Course For?
Why Do I need to Commit to the Full Course?
Ballet is one of the most rewarding activities, but also one of the most challenging. That’s why our curriculum is structured as a weekly progressive course, allowing time to build foundational skills effectively. Each week focuses on specific concepts, such as:This step-by-step process ensures your body and mind adapt naturally to ballet movements. By the end of the course, you’ll have gained confidence, body awareness, and a solid foundation to continue your ballet journey.
Holistic Benefits of Ballet
Ballet is not just dance—it’s a complete mind-body experience. As you learn, you’ll discover improvements in:Additionally, our classes foster friendships and community, connecting you with like-minded adults who share your passion for movement and music.
FAQs
What if I Have to Miss a Class? Life happens! While attending all classes is ideal, sometimes things don’t work out that way, and that is ok, the concepts taught are repeated weekly and although it is ideal to attend all classes we take this possibility into consideration. Marel will support you as best as she can and if needed you can Please note that tuition remains the same to ensure limited spaces and high-quality instruction.On-Demand Ballet Basics Course
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Class Locations 2025:
Ballet on Sundays at Halifax Dance
Ballet on Tuesdays at DanceSpace
Flamenco on Mondays & Wednesdays: Happy Soul Dance Studios
Flamenco on Tuesdays at DanceSpace
Class Locations 2025:
Ballet on Sundays at Halifax Dance
Ballet on Tuesdays at DanceSpace
Flamenco on Mondays & Wednesdays: Happy Soul Dance Studios
Flamenco on Tuesdays at DanceSpace
Ballet Slippers Shopping Guide
Find the perfect ballet slippers in Halifax! Explore local and online options, learn the differences between full and split soles, leather vs. canvas, and tips for beginners. Start your ballet journey today
BALLET CLASS SCHEDULE
Explore Ballet Beyond’s weekly schedule of adult ballet classes in Halifax, Nova Scotia. From Ballet Basics for beginners to open-level intermediate/advanced sessions, we offer flexible options to suit all levels. Check dates, times, and locations now
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BALLET LEVELS
Find the right ballet class level for you from Ballet Basics to Advanced in-person or on Demand
Class Locations 2025:
Ballet on Sundays at Halifax Dance
Ballet on Tuesdays at DanceSpace
Flamenco on Mondays & Wednesdays: Happy Soul Dance Studios
Flamenco on Tuesdays at DanceSpace