What is Ballet?
The basis of all dance forms, Ballet dates back to the 17th century. Ballet is the balance of strength, control and precision, with grace, fluency and a sense of line. The Dance Class follows the Cecchetti Ballet method. These classes will focus on developing technique, artistry, poise and performance quality. Students who are serious about refining their technique will greatly benefit from the quality ballet instruction offered at The Dance Class.
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Benefits of Ballet
Ballet is the foundation of dance, providing essential skills that benefit dancers in every style, from recreational classes to competitive training. Whether a dancer is just beginning or has years of experience, ballet helps build strength, technique, discipline and artistry that carry into every aspect of their dancing.
- Strength and Muscle Development: Builds core strength, muscular endurance and stability while developing the muscles needed for controlled, precise movement.
- Flexibility and Mobility: Encourages flexibility, healthy range of motion and improved mobility through structured, age-appropriate exercises.
- Balance and Coordination: Develops balance, posture, spatial awareness and coordination through controlled movements and changes of direction.
- Strong Technical Foundation: Teaches proper alignment, turnout, foot articulation, placement and body awareness, creating a foundation for jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre and other dance styles.
- Healthy Bone Development: Ballet includes weight-bearing movements that can support bone strength and help build bone density during childhood and adolescence. Developing strong bones early in life is important for long-term skeletal health and may help reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in adulthood.
- Posture and Body Alignment: Helps dancers develop an awareness of proper posture, alignment and controlled movement, skills that can benefit everyday activities as well as dance.
- Musicality and Artistry: Develops rhythm, musical interpretation, movement quality and the ability to express emotion through dance.
- Focus and Discipline: Encourages concentration, attention to detail, patience and commitment as dancers refine their technique and work toward personal goals.
- Confidence and Perseverance: Teaches dancers to embrace challenges, recognize their progress and build confidence through consistent practice.
- Injury Prevention and Movement Control: A strong understanding of alignment, strength and technique can support safer movement habits when combined with appropriate training loads and qualified instruction.
Why ballet matters at every level: Ballet is much more than a dance style. It provides dancers with the technical foundation, physical conditioning and artistic awareness needed to grow, progress and move confidently across all styles of dance. From a child's first plié to advanced technical training, ballet remains an important part of a well-rounded dance education.
Meet your instructors
Ashley Summers-MacdonaldCo-Director/ Owner, Instructor
Kelly Summers-WelchCo-Director/Owner, Instructor
Elizabeth KmiecBallet, Modern, Pilates and Zumba
Tess VosperBallet, Jazz and Hip Hop
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What dance families say
“We love the Dance Class. The front desk staff are super friendly and helpful and my daughter loves her class. Communication from the school is really excellent. When I got to see my preschool daughter dance for the first time in class I was very impressed with what she had learned and how the teacher ran the class. Thank you TDC!”
“Talented instructors who really care about their dancers. Both my children have had nothing but positive experiences. I highly recommend this studio.”
“The Dance Class is family! My children are always thrilled to go to class. They are challenged and respected. The teachers and the owners are wonderful, dedicated, passionate, patient but most importantly understanding to the needs of our children. If you want to be a part of an awesome team and family The Dance Class is it!!!!”
“The Dance Class is more than just teaching children how to dance … it’s also about the children learning life skills and being confident.
TDC is simply the best. It’s a family run business for families. The owners have never lost sight of the path they traveled as a dance family and have used their experiences to guide them in running their business. Thank you!”