OUR CLASSES

At Suzanne's School of Ballet we offer a range of classes including:

 

• Cecchetti Classical Ballet

• Contemporary

• Jazz

• Hip Hop

• Tap

• Acro

• Tinkerballerinas (2 years of age)

• Little Groovers (Kinder/Prep Jazz)

• Flexibility / Strength

• Eisteddfod

• Barre Attack

 

 

Cecchetti Classical Ballet

 

The timeless Cecchetti Principles of grace, balance and line form the basis of a sound training syllabus that has been developed to meet the needs of today's modern child - teaching co-ordination, poise, confidence, rhythmical sense and musicality while ensuring that the process is still fun! (Cecchetti Ballet Australia)

 

Our fully qualified and registered teachers of Cecchetti Ballet Australia are focused on providing good foundations for each student's training, whether they are there purely for enjoyment or to begin a career in dance. As registered teachers we are able to offer examinations from Pre-Primary to Advanced 2 and teaching degrees. Although examinations are not compulsory students are encouraged to do exams to give them a goal to work towards.

 

Contemporary

 

Contemporary classes are an expressive style of dance that combine movements from several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. These classes focus on versatility of movement and allow the student to move more freely and creatively. Contemporary classes are offered to students in Grade 1 and up.

 

Jazz

 

Our jazz classes are structured to incorporate a range of jazz dance styles including traditional, funk and commercial jazz with current and fresh choreography and music. Jazz classes are offered to students in Grade 1 and up.

 

Hip Hop

 

Students will study a range of hip hop/commercial jazz styles, with lots of fun and varied routines. The class will focus on building confidence, gaining skills for learning and creating choreography along with technique styling and performance qualities of each different dance style/routine.

 

Tap

 

Tap students study Tapatak Oz, a highly regarded modern tap syllabus that encourages creativity, individuality and a professional edge. Created by Christine Denny teacher, performer and choreographer this syllabus is inspiring the new generation. Awesome combinations, great technical content and an individualistic, fun approach - all sorted into great progressions to ensure we get results. Explore what there is to love about dance, tap, rhythm & music. Tap classes are offered to students 5 years and above.

 

Acro

 

Classes will focus on increasing strength and flexibility, with an emphasis on learning correct warm up/cool down and stretching techniques. It will also include lots of fun acrobatic activities, cheerleading skills, group routines and encourages teamwork through working together in partners and groups.

 

Tinkerballerinas

 

Start the journey of ballet with a fun, 30 minute class for Mum and child (2 years of age) where we learn the basics of dance and incorporate lots of imagination and enjoyment to help co-ordination, improve confidence and begin a lifelong passion for dance.

 

Little Groovers

 

Have fun and learn to love dance in our jazz dance class for kinder/prep children. In this class children will learn basic jazz technique, musicality, sense of coordination and discipline through fun and creative activities all whilst dancing to upbeat and current music.

 

Flexibility / Strength

 

Strengthen and tone muscles, improve flexibility and learn correct breathing techniques in a class incorporating pilates, yoga and ballet. We will assess and cater to individual needs and goals to promote strong injury free dancers.

 

Eisteddfod

 

Currently taking expressions of interest for senior troupe and solo Eisteddfod classes. Solos are open to all ages and dance styles. Students must be available on weekends to attend classes and competitions.

 

Please contact Jodie to express interest.

 

 

 

 

 

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Barre Attack

 

Get fit, get toned and have fun! Come and try our Barre Attack classes, a unique fusion of Dance, Pilates and Fitness. Great for all ages and all fitness levels, no dance experience required.

 

Classes resuming soon.

 

 

 

 

 

Adult Dance Classes

 

Get fit and have fun in our adult dance classes! Great for all ages and all fitness levels, no dance experience required.

 

Classes resuming soon.

 

 

 

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