Ballet Beginners (55+)

Targets: lower body, arms, core and posture.

Class description This class focuses on Ballet barre and centre work, using the theoretical classical ballet terms in more detail. This class is perfect for those who would love to learn more theory and gain a deeper understanding of how to put this into practice as we begin to move. This class is for those aged over 55.

What should I wear? Comfortable clothing, nothing too loose. Ballet shoes or socks. What do I need to bring? Something to tie your hair back if you have long hair.

Who is the class for? Absolute beginners to those who have knowledge and can execute the basic elements of a Ballet class and those who are happy turning and jumping a little. Absolute beginners should expect to attend the class for a few weeks before feeling like they understand the steps.

Teacher Amy Becke.

Amy gained her BA Hons degree from Ballet West Scotland in 2019. During her time at the school, Amy was offered an apprenticeship with the Ballet West Scotland Touring Company where she travelled to Malaysia to perform Swan Lake. Amy completed her RAD Advanced Two receiving a high distinction. Amy then went on to study for a year at Ballet Cymru on their pre-professional programme, before moving back home to South Shields to complete her Masters here at Dance City. Since graduating, Amy has worked with North East based companies as a freelance dancer and performance Artist.

Amy's Ballet classes are influenced by her varied training. Studying mainly in Ballet, learning the Royal Academy of Dance and Vaganova Methods, before focusing on Contemporary and Physical Theatre styles. Over the last two and a half years teaching in the Northeast, Amy has developed an outline for her classes which values strength, support and enjoyment.