About the Class
14 September–13 December (on sale midday, 24 June, or 23 June for Friends)
Age:14+
£130 (Conc. £115) - 13 Week Course
Born in the Italian Renaissance, Ballet took many turns across Europe (with some great leaps in France and Russia) before landing on the world's largest stages in its modern, athletic form. Ballet is characterised by its technical precision, elegance and captivating artistry. At Dance Base, our Ballet classes range from classical to modern, beginners to professional—but they are always inclusive. There is a space at the barre for everyone at Dance Base.
This Beginners/Improvers course is designed to explore the fundamentals of Ballet technique, learning the basic steps and positions to develop a movement vocabulary. Whether you have some experience or none you are welcome to join us in the studio and explore how ballet can improve your strength, poise and confidence. Step up to the barre please!
Please wear ballet slippers or socks, and comfortable clothing you can move in. Don't forget a bottle of water!
Meet the Teachers
Jonathan Burnett
With particular interests in Mime-in-Education, Baroque Dance and the work of Isadora Duncan, he has teaching qualifications in Classical Ballet, Margaret Morris Movement and in Benesh Movement Notation.
Photo: Barrie Spence
How to prepare
Wear comfortable clothing. Not too baggy, as your teacher needs to be able to see your posture, and wear soft ballet shoes.
You are not required to have dance uniform of leotard and tights, but you are welcome to wear them, if you wish.
Don’t forget your bottle of water.
Join us in Edinburgh for Ballet Beginners/Improvers!