Ballet ages 11-13

Ballet Grade 3 Ages 11–13 is a class that builds on foundational technique while introducing more challenging movements, greater artistry, and improved strength and coordination. Dancers work on:

Developing stronger posture, balance, and core control.

Improving turnout, flexibility, and coordination.

Performing more complex barre and center exercises.

Learning larger jumps, turns, and traveling steps with better precision.

Refining musicality, timing, and expressive performance.

Building stamina through longer combinations and dances.

Increasing confidence, discipline, and performance quality.

Greater independence in remembering choreography.

An understanding of ballet terminology (primarily in French).

Safe dance practices and body awareness.

Artistic expression, including emotion and storytelling through movement.