Ballet helps improve strength, posture, flexibility and balance. Students will build their classical ballet vocabulary and work to coordinate “port de bras” (movement of the arms and head) with movements of the legs and feet.
Classes typically begin at the barre where students work on the foundations of ballet technique. The barre is followed by centre work where participants work on turns and travelling sequences to develop grace and musicality.
We offer our beginner/intermediate Adult Ballet classes in a sessional format. Each session will include a free workshop followed by 4, 5 or 6 classes.
Each ballet class is followed by a 30-minute pre-pointe/pointe class (no pointe experience is necessary but three years of ballet experience are required).
Registration for ballet and pointe are separate as the classes can be taken independently. The sessions will progress in difficulty over the year, however all sessions are open-level and all are welcome to join!
These classes do not include a performance in the year-end show.
Session 1 – Absolute Beginner (Introduction to Ballet)
- FREE workshop: September 8
- Classes: Sept. 15 – Oct. 20 (no class on Oct. 13)
- Cost: $167.09 (5 classes)
This is an introduction-level class suitable to those who have never taken ballet before. Sachi will guide students through the basic foundations of ballet technique. Dancers with some experience are also welcome to join this class in order to focus on their fundamental technique.
Session 2 – Ballet foundations
- FREE workshop: November 24th
- Classes: Dec. 1 – December 15th
- Cost: $100.26 (3 classes)
This is a beginner-level class that will build on the knowledge and skills that students learned in the first session. It is recommended but not necessary for students to have taken the 1st session or to have some other ballet experience (no matter how far in the past!). Dancers with some ballet experience are also welcome to join this class in order to focus on their fundamental technique.
Session 3 – Beginner/Intermediate Ballet
- FREE workshop: February 2nd
- Classes: Feb. 9th – March 2nd
- Cost: $133.67 (4 classes)
This is a beginner/intermediate-level class that will build on the knowledge and skills that were covered in the first two sessions. Some ballet experience is recommended as this session will begin to move into intermediate ballet technique.
Session 4 – Intermediate Ballet
- FREE workshop: March 23rd
- Classes: Mar. 30th – May 4th
- Cost: $167.09 (5 classes)
This is an intermediate-level class that will build on the knowledge and skills that were covered in the first three sessions. Some ballet experience is recommended as this session will focus on intermediate ballet techniques
Schedule
| Mondays (6:15-7:45PM) - Ballet Sessional with Sachi Kambara in the Blue Studio |
This is an intermediate-level class that builds on the skills developed in the sessional Adult Ballet classes (Mondays). This class will be divided into two sessions: the first session (September-December) will focus solely on technique while the second session (January-May) will focus primarily on choreography and performance. Students are welcome to drop-in to the first session.
Students participating in the second session will perform in The Heart’s Classical Ballet production as part of the year-end show in May/June.
Class participants are not required to perform, however they should be aware that the focus of the second session is preparing a piece for the Classical Ballet production, and that a portion of each class will be dedicated to learning and practicing the piece (dancers can learn and practice the choreography without committing to performing it in the show – but we encourage everyone to perform as it is a valuable experience)! If you are interested in this class but are unsure if it is right for you, please send us an email or give us a call!
Session 1 – Regular class
- Sept. 4th-Dec. 18th
- Thursday 12:00-1:00PM
- Cost: $401.01 / $30 drop in fee per class
*This class is available for drop-ins (TBD)
Session 2 – Regular Class
- Jan 8th- May 21st
- Thursday 12:00-1:00PM
- Cost: $426.07 / $30 drop in fee per class
*This class is available for drop-ins (TBD)
Session 2 – Add-on for Performance
- Jan 8th- May 21st (followed by tech, dress and performances in the following weeks)
- Thursday 1:00-1:30PM
- Cost: $253.04 / $30 drop in fee per class
*Cost includes tuition and a costume fee
Schedule
| Thursdays (12-1:30PM) - Intermediate+Ballet with Sachi Kambara in the Blue Studio |
Required Supplies
- Leotard (bodysuit) & pink/skin tone or black tights, or other fitted clothing (leggings and a tank top)
- Ballet slippers with elastic(s) sewn on
- For pre-pointe only: pre-pointe or pointe shoes with elastics and ribbons sewn on (we can assist you with sourcing these)
- Hair up and away from face
- Warm-up attire (leg warmers, ballet sweaters, etc)
- Water bottle
Join our Pre-Pointe and Pointe ballet classes at The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre, designed for intermediate-level dancers looking to refine their technique and strength en pointe.
With four sessions throughout the year, each featuring a FREE introductory workshop, dancers with at least three years of ballet experience can develop their skills in a supportive and structured environment. Whether you’re new to pointe work or seeking to enhance your abilities, our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way.
Not sure if this class is right for you? Contact us today to learn more!
Session 1 – Pre-Pointe/Pointe
- FREE workshop: September 8
- Classes: Sept. 15 – Oct. 20 (no class on Oct. 13)
- Cost: $55.70
This is an intermediate level class for those who wish to practice dancing en pointe (with toe-shoes). Students who enroll in this class should have a minimum of 3 years of ballet experience. If you are interested in this class but are unsure if it is right for you, please send us an email or give us a call!
Session 2 – Pre-Pointe/Pointe
- FREE workshop: November 24th
- Classes: Dec. 1 – December 15th
- Cost: $33.42
This is an intermediate level class for those who wish to practice dancing en pointe (with toe-shoes). Students who enroll in this class should have a minimum of 3 years of ballet experience. If you are interested in this class but are unsure if it is right for you, please send us an email or give us a call!
Session 3 – Pre-Pointe/Pointe
- FREE workshop: February 2nd
- Classes: Feb. 9th – March 2nd
- Cost: $44.56
This is an intermediate level class for those who wish to practice dancing en pointe (with toe-shoes). Students who enroll in this class should have a minimum of 3 years of ballet experience. If you are interested in this class but are unsure if it is right for you, please send us an email or give us a call!
Session 4 – Pre-Pointe/Pointe
- FREE workshop: March 23rd
- Classes: Mar. 30th – May 4th
- Cost: $55.70
This is an intermediate level class for those who wish to practice dancing en pointe (with toe-shoes). Students who enroll in this class should have a minimum of 3 years of ballet experience. If you are interested in this class but are unsure if it is right for you, please send us an email or give us a call!
Schedule
| Mondays (7:45-8:15PM) - Pre-Pointe&Pointe with Sachi Kambara in the Blue Studio |
Required Supplies
- Leotard (bodysuit) & pink/skin tone or black tights, or other fitted clothing (leggings and a tank top)
- Ballet slippers with elastic(s) sewn on
- For pre-pointe only: pre-pointe or pointe shoes with elastics and ribbons sewn on (we can assist you with sourcing these)
- Hair up and away from face
- Warm-up attire (leg warmers, ballet sweaters, etc)
- Water bottle