Enroll Today and Step into the World of Ballet!

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

Please Note: Ballet is one of the most rewarding yet challenging disciplines. To support your progress, this course follows a weekly progressive structure—designed to build essential skills steadily and safely from the ground up. 

🩰 Who Is Our Absolute Beginner Ballet Course For?

  • Adults with no prior ballet or dance experience
  • Dancers from other genres looking to cross-train
  • Anyone seeking to explore ballet in a safe, supportive environment

📆 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, giving you the time and guidance needed to build foundational skills effectively. Each week focuses on key concepts, such as:
  • Proper posture and alignment
  • Understanding external rotation and how to apply it
  • Developing coordination, strength, and flexibility in tandem
This step-by-step process helps your body and mind adapt naturally to ballet. By the end of the course, you’ll gain confidence, body awareness, and a solid base for your continued ballet journey.

🌿 Holistic Benefits of Ballet

Ballet is more than just movement—it’s a full mind-body experience. Along the way, you’ll notice:
  • Posture & Flexibility – Improved alignment and reduced tension
  • Coordination & Strength – Greater control and muscle tone
  • Mental Clarity – Mindfulness through graceful, focused movement
  • Self-Expression – A boost in confidence and creativity
You’ll also join a welcoming community of like-minded adults who share your love of movement, music, and self-discovery.

FAQs❓

What if I have to miss a class? We get it—life happens. While regular attendance is encouraged, we understand that you may miss a session. Core concepts are repeated throughout the course, and Marel will do her best to support you along the way. Please note: Tuition remains the same to maintain small class sizes and a high quality of instruction

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.

On-Demand Ballet Basics Course

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Class Locations:

Ballet on Sundays at Halifax Dance (downtown)

Ballet on Tuesdays at DanSpace (downtown)

Flamenco on Mondays & Wednesdays: Happy Soul Dance Studios (Oxford St)

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Looking for the perfect gift? Treat your loved ones to the joy of dance with a gift certificate towards flamenco or ballet classes!

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Student Reviews

Sara Hartland-Rowe
Sara Hartland-Rowe
Course: Beginner Ballet 1 🩰 Sundays
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.
Ruoyan Fang
Ruoyan Fang
Progressive Ballet
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.
Ellen MacDonald
Course: Ballet Basics 🩰
Absolutely love being in ballet class! Always a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Evgenia Shin
Evgenia ShinBallet Classes: various levels
A very professional ballet coach with personal approach to students. Thank you so much!😊
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Class Locations:

Ballet on Sundays at Halifax Dance (downtown)

Ballet on Tuesdays at DanSpace (downtown)

Flamenco on Mondays & Wednesdays: Happy Soul Dance Studios (Oxford St)

View Maps, addresses & Additional Info

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