CHILDREN’S BALLET

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Hochstein offers a full range of sequential, guided instruction focusing on the joy, and enjoyment, of the art of dance. With an emphasis on nurturing the whole dancer, our professional faculty works with each student to develop confidence and creativity as well as technical and performance skills. We provide professional instruction in a variety of styles, including ballet study grounded in the Russian Vaganova technique. Students have the opportunity to participate in informal Stage Workshops as well as more formal Dance Showcases each year. Our dance philosophy is uniquely structured by the belief that while performance opportunities are part of the educational experience, our main focus is on creating an environment where individuals reach their personal goals. Choose from a variety of offerings for the dancer of any age. For more information about which level is the most appropriate for you or your dancer, please call 585.454.4596.

Ballet

Mini-Dancers Lauren Tenney, Instructor Tuesdays, 4:15-5:00 pm; Wednesdays, 5:15-6:00 pm; or Saturdays, 9:15-10:00 am ages 3-4

Girls and boys will have a blast (and blow off steam!) in this fun introduction to the world of ballet and creative dance! Through the use of games and songs, our Mini-Dancers will learn the names of arm and leg positions, as well as movements such as tendu, plié, relevé, and passé.

Pre-Ballet Lauren Tenney, Instructor Wednesdays, 4:15-5:00 pm; or Saturdays, 10:15-11:00am ages 5-6

This class is designed to foster interest in pursuing more advanced ballet technique. Children will learn introductory ballet technique as well as body awareness and movement exploration through age-appropriate games and exercises.

Ballet I-A Lauren Tenney, Instructor Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 pm Saturdays, 12:00-1:00 pm ages 7-9 Ballet I-A/B Diane Lewis, Instructor Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm ages 7-12

Develop coordination, grace, musicality, flexibility, and balance in this sequential program. Basic ballet technique and vocabulary will be introduced as well as barre work, adagio and allegro movements, and dancing in unison. Ballet I-A is designed for young dancers who are moving from the Pre-Ballet class and beginning formal ballet training. I-A/B is for more advanced dancers who are moving towards Ballet II.