Whether you are a dancer or sport athlete, it is vitally important for conditioning to be part of your training program. Along with stretching and specific exercises that are needed to advance your technique, at the center of it all is your core! A strong, stable core allows freedom in movement, and with the increasingly…

Whether you are teaching the Russian (Vaganova) Method of Classical Ballet or adhere to the French, English, Danish , etc., schools of ballet, class structure is very important. When working with students, each year has a specific curriculum that needs to be taught and mastered, therefore  ballet classes must be properly planned. A well designed…

   Agility is important to all of us, it helps us prevent injury and has great health benefits, but it is especially crucial to dancers and athletes. Ballet dancers, figure skaters, and gymnasts are all part of an elite group where extreme flexibility is needed. Stretching & pushing yourself beyond what is comfortable is painful,…

Ballet classes can greatly benefit an adult whether starting for the first time or picking it up again later in life. When a class is designed properly it not only provides great exercise and coordination benefits for an adult, but it can add fulfilling creativity and artistry to their lives! The memorization of constantly changing…