Ballet Beginners

This class is aimed at those who are absolute beginners to ballet.

Ballet Classes at South Hill Park draw upon Classical Ballet techniques to increase muscle tone, develop core strength, flexibility, balance, co-ordination and posture. Ballet exercises are set in combinations starting at the barre and moving on to Centre practice. An opportunity to develop a high degree of artistry, musicality, grace and power and supporting the creation of choreography.

Beginners Ballet

Whether you are a complete beginner, a dancer returning from a break or perhaps wanting to develop and improve your technique, Beginner ballet moves at a comfortable pace for everyone. A fun, friendly, positive atmosphere to encourage all who wish to take part. This class focusses on correct placement of the body, correct technique and safe alignment. Designed to lay the foundations of Ballet needed to progress and build confidence in a happy atmosphere. No previous experience is needed for the chance to discover the joy of Ballet.

What to expect

Ballet class generally starts with a gentle warm-up and set of exercises and work at the barre to wake up muscles, align the body and practice the steps that make up ballet before moving into the centre, to work on combinations that will challenge and improve you core strength, balance and stability.

What you will need

As a beginner you can wear any sports/ Yoga type clothing you feel comfortable moving in. Ballet slippers are best but if you are new to Ballet socks or jazz shoes are fine for getting started. Hair should be secured firmly back and kept out of your eyes.

Please bring a large water bottle.