Ballet Fundamentals

Semester: 

Spring

Offered: 

2024

Level

All levels

Instructor

Lonnie Stanton

Accompanist 

Aaron Jensen

Class Description

A slow all-levels class offering a somatic approach to movement based in ballet principles. Centering breath and building from the floor to the barre, a yogic inspired warm-up will guide dancers to connect to their bodies from the inside out. Prioritizing anatomical awareness, strength-building, and safe alignment, this class will use ballet logic and vocabulary to develop the foundation for classical ballet technique as an introduction to the form; or for experienced dancers, a welcomed space to organize the body and refine your practice. No previous dance experience necessary.

Day/Time

Tuesday, 7:30-9pm

Location

  • In person: Studio 1, Harvard Dance Center, 66 Garden St., Cambridge, MA 
  • Virtual option available via zoom

Relocation Note: class will be relocated to either Farkas Hall 303, Farkas Hall stage, or Office for the Arts 74 Mt. Auburn Studio (all in Harvard Square) during the weeks of Saturday, March 23-Saturday, April 6. Reminders and confirmation of relocation will be sent to those registered. 

Suggested Attire

Something comfortable to move in, e.g. dance/yoga/workout wear. Socks and or ballet shoes* recommended. 

What You'll Need For In Studio Participation

Face masks are optional. You're encouraged to bring your own water bottle.

What You Will Need For Virtual Participation

A minimum, cleared space of 3'X3' of hard flooring. Yoga mat and/or towel for floor work. Carpet not recommended for standing barre work. In place of a ballet barre, you may use a chair, desk, the wall, or countertop to hold on to for balance.

 

See also: Dance, Co-curricular