““Lynn Pantings beginner ballet classes are very warm and inviting! I have always felt welcomed and I’ve had a lot of fun! I’ve made friends and was able to move my body!””
6-Week Beginner Sessions for Adults
We offer classes for adults that run September-June in our dance program. For those seeking less commitment, LPD offers 6-Week Beginner Sessions for adults throughout the year.
These classes are designed to meet the needs of a variety of levels and serve as an introduction, or reintroduction to dance technique.
Our next session starts Tuesday, February 27, 2024.
Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 Adult Beginner Ballet
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 Adult Advanced Beginner Ballet
Tuesdays 8:00-9:00 Adult Beginner Jazz
What to Expect
The entrance to the studio is a glass door on the right-hand side of 30 Harvey Road. Ring the bell to enter. It is expected that the last person to arrive answers the door for the next person.
Everyone must remove their shoes in the entrance.
There is on-street parking available.
The dress code for these classes is relaxed. Most folks wear leggings and t-shirts, however traditional attire is welcome. If you do not have ballet shoes for the ballet class, socks are fine. The most important thing is that the instructor can clearly see your ankles, knees, hips, and shoulders.
Adult Beginner Styles
Ballet
Ballet syllabus is based on a progression of exercises preparing the body and mind for technique that develops good placement, coordination, strength, grace, and musicality. The technique is specific and concentrates on turn-out, body line and placement. Adult classes consist of a short stretch, a centre barre, movement across the floor all culminating in a short combination. If you previously studied ballet or have ever wanted to live your “ballet fantasy” this is the class for you.
Jazz
If you love past and present popular music, stylized, energetic movement, then jazz dance is for you. Jazz is a technical class that develops skill, performance and musicality.
Modern
Modern dance is a highly expressive style of dance that challenges the structured dance technique of classical ballet. Its focus is expression, rather than following a rigid set of postures or technical positions that ballet dancers are trained in. Modern dance movements are considered freeform and fluid, and are often inspired by other dance styles—like African dance, ballet, and folk dance. Though modern dance technique is considered more relaxed and natural than ballet, it can require considerable core work and strength.