Develop grace and poise.....
We run traditional, free (non-syllabus) ballet classes, although some exercises and port de bras are influenced by the Cecchetti method.
There are 2 levels of classes:
Beginners / Improvers ; This class is open to beginners and those who wish to concentrate on perfecting their basic technique. It is possible to work at your own pace in this class and if you are an absolute beginner it is important to remember that the exercises are the same throughout the course, so give your self time to pick up the steps. This class will include higher level strengthening exercises - adage, and the introduction to pirouettes (turns) when individuals are ready.
Intermediate; this class runs for an hour and a half and is for students who have studied over many years and enjoy more complicated choreography and high level strengthening exercises. Students in this class should already have a good understanding of basic technique, and be prepared to work hard!
Fitted clothing / fitness wear is fine although ballet shoes are preferable - split sole canvas flatties are best. Jazz shoes could be worn as an alternative to begin with. Shoes can be purchased for you if required.
Courses are run over 6 weeks
Course costs ; Beginners £40 Intermediate £52
Class times:
Beg / Improvers Tuesdays 1.30pm Phase One
Intermediate Tuesdays 6pm Weston All Saints
Venues: 'Phase One', Upper Bristol Road, Bath, BA1 3AJ or
Weston All Saints Centre, High Street, Weston BA1 4BX
N.B. Places need to be booked in advance by calling 07702 474064 or emailing lizziealeigh@yahoo.co.uk
'Phase One' is a ten minute walk from Queen Square, following Charlotte Street and is situated between the Hinton Garage and the new Argos store on the Upper Bristol Road. There is parking directly opposite. (2 hour limited parking but no money or permits required.
'Weston All Saints Centre' is on the high st in Weston. Drive along the Upper Bristol Road following signs to the Royal United Hospital. Appox 1/4 mile past the hospital Weston High Street is on the right hand side just before the zebra crossing by the chemist. Turn down the high st and near the bottom on the left is the centre. There is parking on the high st and in Somerfields car park.
Teacher qualifications:
Lizzie Smith gained a distinction for her Cecchetti Associate through the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) under the close scrutiny of ex-Royal Ballet teacher Richard Glastone. She began teaching in London and now teaches both dance students and adults in Bath and Bristol.
