Aplomb Ballet classes are taught by a former professional ballet dancer Oxana Sazonova-Marin, who has over twenty years experience in teaching classical ballet, character dance, and contemporary dance. Classes range from beginners to advanced. Classical dance taught following the world-renowned Vaganova method. Ballet exercise improves students’ strength, coordination, and balance. It teaches them discipline and self-confidence. Children in upper levels are invited to participate in Aplomb Ballet’s yearly recitals.
Levels:
- Little Ballerina, 3 to 5 years
Children are introduced to Classical Ballet through age-appropriate activities. Learn coordination, rhythm, and basic ballet body position.
- Beginner Ballet, 6 to 11 years
This is an introductory level class for beginners or those with some ballet experience. We focus on proper body alignment, coordination, and musicality.
- Pre-Ballet Level 1, 3 years
Students work on musicality and coordination. Age appropriate Pre-Ballet movements are introduced.
Prerequisite: Little Ballerina or Beginner Ballet, with instructor’s approval.
Pre-Ballet Level 2 5yrs-8yrs
Class will focus on proper body placement along with musicality and coordination.
Prerequisite: Level 1 Pre-Ballet, with instructor’s approval.
Ballet Level 3 8yrs-18yrs
More complex choreography is introduced in this level along with Ballet barre exercise.
Prerequisite: Level 2 Pre-Ballet, with instructor’s approval.
Ballet Level 4 10yrs-18yrs
More complex choreography is introduced in this level along with Ballet barre exercise.
Prerequisite: Level 3 Ballet, with instructor’s approval.
Ballet Level 5 11yrs-18yrs
More complex choreography is introduced in this level along with Ballet barre exercise.
Prerequisite: Level 3 Ballet, with instructor’s approval.
Ballet Level 6 11yrs-18yrs
Full Classical Ballet class is taught in this level, including Barre and Center exercise. Each student’s strength is being evaluated individually before they can begin working on pointe.
Prerequisite: Level 5 Ballet, with instructor’s approval.