Variation Class Series
The Variation Class Series focuses on creating a structured and holistic ballet practice that adult dancers can integrate into their lifestyle. Each term, we spotlight a choreography from an iconic classical ballet. You will work on the key techniques from this choreography, which will be incorporated into developmental exercises for barre and centre work. Following this, you will learn the complete dance, further developing your performance, artistry, and musicality. At the end of the term, you will have the opportunity to showcase your work to family and friends.
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90 minutes
Curious about ballet repertoire but not sure where to start? Introduction to Variation is designed just for you — a welcoming class for beginning adult dancers with limited experience who want to take their first steps into learning classical solos.
This programme focuses on:
Simplified excerpts from famous ballets
Step-by-step breakdown of choreography
Basic techniques like balance, coordination, and port de bras
Learning how to dance with musicality and expression
We keep things light, slow-paced, and fun — helping you build confidence, musical awareness, and artistry without pressure. At the end of the term, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your work to family and friends in the studio — a low-pressure celebration of your progress and joy in dance.
This programme is recommended for adult dancers with 2 to 12 months of ballet experience.
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75 minutes
The Foundation Variation Class is a comprehensive curriculum designed to enhance your understanding of ballet, its terminology, and your ability to perform key steps. Each term focuses on a specific iconic classical ballet variation, which will be adapted to suit the abilities of beginning dancers. This approach allows you to explore and apply your knowledge of ballet techniques within the choreography, giving you time to refine specific skills and track your progress. You will also gradually develop your memorisation and execution skills for the dance.
At the end of the term, you will have the opportunity to perform the variation during an in-studio showcase, either as a solo or in a small group.
This programme is suitable for adult dancers with 1 to 2 years of ballet experience, as well as for returning dancers looking to rekindle their relationship with ballet.
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90 minutes
The Intermediate Variation Class builds upon your foundation in classical ballet technique, introducing more complex and dynamic combinations for barre and centre practices. The exercises are designed to reinforce your strength, flexibility, coordination, and artistry, ensuring that your body works in balanced harmony.
Each term centres on a specific iconic classical ballet variation, which will be adapted to suit the abilities of intermediate dancers. This approach will further develop your technical skills, musicality, and performance. At the end of the term, you will have the opportunity to perform the variation during an in-studio showcase, either as a solo or in a small group.
This programme is suitable for adult dancers with more than 2 years of regular ballet training, as well as those looking to rekindle their relationship with ballet. Experienced dancers are welcome to learn the variation on pointe.
