​An essential course for all dancers and gymnasts. Terminology, proper body alignment, and turnout are stressed. Classes begin with barre exercises designed to strengthen the muscles of the feet, legs and back. The exercises increase flexibility of ligaments (especially at the hip), to attain balance and control, to stabilize the turnout; and gain speed in the feet and lightness in the legs. The mechanics of technique taught at the barre are brought into center floor and used in dance combinations. The fundamentals of Ballet are the basis of other dance types for form, technique, and control. Recommended for all students. Class levels & advancement are based on ability. Advanced levels have the option of taking technique classes, pre pointe' and pointe" with instructor approval.