Amelia's Ballerinas
Classes
"Dance and movement are natural to children. Any dance education should foster the joyful spark that exists in every child while challenging them to learn more about themselves and others."
Baby Ballet and Junior Ballet
Ages: Preschool 2.5 to 5 years
Baby Ballet and Junior Ballet are our class especially designed for our littlest dancers. We introduce basic ballet moves using lots of imagination, props, and giggles! Building confidence is key - once they feel safe and confident, the rest falls into place as they learn to join in, concentrate on each task, make friends and give everything a go! All in a very nurturing environment. The lesson is 30 minutes to keep it fun and focused and the matched to their concentration level.
Special note for 2.5 year olds = Our Baby Ballerinas often need time to warm up. We encourage you to join with us and be your child's 'Dance Partner', whether it's holding a hand or being there for a quick cuddle. We take it at their pace and as the weeks go by, you will see their concentration and confidence take off!
Available at: Halswell 3.30pm Mondays, Rolleston 3.30pm Tuesdays,
Hoon Hay 10am Saturdays
Primary Ballet
Age: 4.5 to 6 years (Primary)
Primary Ballet is still suitable for beginners while also being a good step up for our dancers who have completed Preschool Ballet. Our Primary Ballerinas are absorbing everything from our fantastic curriculum adding in more ballet terminology, trickier moves, and teamwork. The lesson is 35 minutes long and includes all the fun props from the earlier levels.
The benefit of starting at 4.5 years is they are settled and enjoying the routines of Primary Ballet before stress of starting school.
Available at: Halswell 4.10pm Monday, Rolleston 4.10pm Tuesday,
Hoon Hay 10.45am Saturday
Senior Ballet
Age: 6 to 9 or 10 Years
This class is for our eldest dancers who are ready for a challenge! We still use lots of fun props and encourage our dancers to use their own creativity and ideas. We introduce more ballet terminology, new steps, and the lesson is more structured while still being fun. Teamwork, body-positivity, and building resilience are all a part of this class.
In Terms 1 to 3, beginners are still welcome in this class . (Term 4 - please message us to discuss if this would be appropriate for your child).
Senior Ballerinas have a few extra opportunities, like informal exams and leading roles in our recitals.
This lesson is 40 - 45 minutes long and is great exercise!
Available at: Halswell 4.55pm Monday, Rolleston Tuesday 4.55pm
Hoon Hay 11.30am Saturday
Please note: The age is just a guide line- we often have children stay in a younger class or move up earlier- it depends on your child's temperament, family preferences (eg siblings wanting to be in the same class) and sometimes class availability. We go with what suits your child best. You are welcome to stay late/ come early to have a look at the other levels.
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"Mummy, this is for 'real ballerinas'..."
"I'm so glad we joined Amelia's Ballerinas. We had tried out another dance thing last term but according to *Miss 3*: "It wasn't a "real" ballerina class." She says that your class is for real ballerinas and she wants to be a "real ballerina!"
She's never joined in anything so confidently before! I was shocked she actually let me sit on the side to watch! She is going to love it!"- Lee.O
