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Taster dance workshops Ballet

Workshop Arm Movements

Level: Beginners

Leave the tutus and pointe shoes at the door in this introduction to ballet.

Workshop Arm Movements
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Arm Movements

6 minutes

Be guided through different arm movements in a series of gentle and relaxing exercises.

 

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Workshop Leg Movements
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Leg Movements

7 minutes

Practise two key leg movements: a tendu, which is extending and stretching the leg away from the body, and a plié, which is a bending of the knees.

 

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Workshop Ballet Mime
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Ballet Mime

7 minutes

Explore using movement to express emotions, with mime being used to tell stories in ballet.

 

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Each of these workshops focus on a different element of ballet, including arms, legs and mime. The movements can be done standing, seated or even lying down.

Nandita is a performing artist, teacher, choreographer and the founder of Welcome Movement®. She trained at the Royal Ballet School and has danced with many world-renowned companies. Nandita guides us through the steps, along with participants Makeda and Cadija.