Ballet

In class, students practice the fundamental movements of classical ballet through barre and centre work, focusing on correct body alignment, turnout, muscular strength and flexibility, as well as musicality and rhythmic interpretation. Pointe work is included in the curriculum from the Advanced 1 level onwards. To safely develop the required strength and control, students at this level are expected to attend at least two ballet classes per week.

Teen beginner classes are shared with adult students. The Advanced 1 class (26716) and pointe 1 -classes (26715 and 26638) are also held together with adults. Separate beginner classes for ages 9–12 and 11–14 can be found under youth classes.

The Repertoire class focuses on classical ballet repertoire and/or new ballet choreography. Students perform in at least two performances per academic year. Participation in this class requires attendance at a minimum of two weekly ballet classes in addition to the repertoire class. The teacher will assess the suitability of new students for the group during the first repertoire classes of the term.

The Piruettitekniikka (Pirouette Technique) class develops the specific technical components that support improvement in turning technique. Each class begins with a warm-up and body conditioning exercises designed to enhance strength, mobility, and spatial awareness with a focus on rotation. The latter part of each class includes turning exercises using pirouette drills as well as work on various ballet pirouettes. This class is intended as a supplementary training session alongside regular weekly ballet classes.

Equipment: A sleeveless leotard or dance top (the teacher will specify the required colour). For the lower body, students may choose one or more of the following: ballet tights (nude or mocha), leggings are also acceptable, a chiffon ballet skirt (matching the leotard colour or black), or black fitted shorts or leggings. Soft ballet shoes. Pointe shoes according to the teacher’s instructions.

*** Rainbow ballet class, read more here. 

Beginners 1 only for teens

Beginners 1

Beginners 2

Beginners 2-Intermediates 1

Intermediates 1

Pointe technique: Intermediates 1

Intermediates 1-2

Intermediates 2

Intermediates 2-3

Intermediates 3

Intermediates 4

Advanced

Repertoire: Intermediates 2

Repertoire: Intermediates 2-3

Repertoire: Intermediates 3

Repertoire: Intermediates 4