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Pre-Dance
Program
Open to girls and boys ages 4-5. No previous formal dance training required.
1 or 2 classes a week. This program encourages children's awareness of
their bodies by developing coordination, flexibility, imagination, and
musicality. The classes
are conducted in a fun and enjoyable learning environment.
Primary
Ballet
Continuation of the creative process in the growing child, these classes
prepare the students for beginner ballet training. Simple ballet exercises
will introduced to the class.
Ballet
1A
A graded system for students desiring excellent training. This level requires
2-3 classes a week with concentration and certain commitment. Basic ballet
exercises will be taught in the structured ways. The students start receiving
corrections and inspiration from their teacher.
Pre-professional
Mentoring Dance Program
Audition and strong commitment are required for this program. Students
will need to take 10-12 classes a week in ballet technique, pointe, variation,
repertoire, modern and master classes, rehearsals and performances. We
will guide students toward future professional dance careers or college
dance education programs. Students will be a part of SBW Dance Ensemble
and participate in the Performance Series.
Master
Class Series
SBW will give students the opportunity to be instructed by national professional
guest teachers and choreographers in order to improve their strength,
speed, lightness, artistry, and awareness of stylistic differences, which
all are required by today's professional dance companies.
Performance
Series
The Springfield Ballet Workshop Performance Series is open to SBW students
and the local community ballet schools in Advanced levels. This gives
students an additional opportunity to perform at such events as In-School
Performance, Mini-Showcase, Festival, luncheon benefits, Concert, YAGP
Competition, and other Special Gala events.
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