Ballet Recreational

Target Audience:

• Adults (18+) with no prior dance experience.

• Individuals looking to improve posture, coordination, and develop an elegant demeanor through ballet.

Course Features:

• Introduces fundamental positions (e.g., first and second positions) and basic arm movements, focusing on core strength and foot flexibility.

• Designed for beginners with a slow, steady pace to gradually enhance flexibility and coordination.

• Helps improve posture and cultivate long, graceful body lines.

Origin and Development:
Ballet emerged during the Italian Renaissance in the 15th century as a form of court entertainment. King Louis XIV of France later standardized ballet, establishing its structured techniques. By the 19th century, ballet transitioned to the stage, incorporating Russian influences and evolving into a globally recognized art form. Modern ballet builds upon classical techniques while integrating expressive and innovative movements.

Target Audience:

• Students with basic ballet training and prior dance experience.

• Dance enthusiasts looking to refine movement fluidity and musical sensitivity.

Course Features:

• Introduces intermediate techniques such as simple turns (Pirouette) and Arabesque.

• Strengthens core training and incorporates more complex musical rhythms for dynamic combination exercises.

Development of the Art Form:
During the 19th century, the rise of Romanticism brought heightened drama and emotional depth to ballet, seen in iconic performances like Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. This tradition continues today, allowing intermediate students to experience classical ballet excerpts and appreciate the art of performance.