| Through technique comes the performance... Ballet, as well as other forms of dance, provides a student with strength, flexibility, coordination, musicality, grace, and above all, confidence. At the Royal Academy of Ballet (RAB), we stress body alignment and placement, which develops long lines and clean technique. We base our training on the Russian method of ballet (Vaganova), with a Balanchine influence. All classes, no matter what level or style of dance, are taught with an emphasis on clean technique. Students dance on a raised hardwood floor covered with non-slip material. They receive individual attention to ensure proper development. We offer Pre-ballet - Introduction to ballet for 4-5 year olds,Ballet - Classical and contemporary styles from beginner to advanced, using creative movement and musicality exercises, weight placement and positions of the feet are also introduced, Pre-pointe - Physical therapy to strengthen the feet and ankles of dancers preparing them for the transition from ballet class to pointe work, Pointe - Concentrates on movements performed exclusively on pointe, strengthening students' technique for performing, Jazz - Concentrates on isolated movements and musical rhythms, based on jazz styles from masters across the US, Modern - Contemporary dance style, concentrating on controlled free movement, Tap - Classic tap styles based on general music rhythms and timing Boy's classes - Combine acrobatics; body conditioning; and dance, including partnering techniques. Boy's classes are designed to improve strength, agility, and coordination—all vital components to improve participation in sports, Acrobatics - Floorwork and tumbling, concentrating on strengthening and increasing flexibility of the legs and back,Stretch - Open classes promoting strengthening the body through increased flexibility, based upon ballet, yoga, and Pilates-style methods. |