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Open Division

We have three optional classes offered in our Open Division. The classes have been designed to enhance the Classical Ballet training already received by the students enrolled in ballet and provide additional enrichment and strengthening to both ballet and non-ballet students.

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  • Character
  • Contemporary
  • Core Dynamics

Character

Character dance is a specific subdivision of classical dance.  It is the stylized representation of a traditional folk or national dance.  Character dance is mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music which have been adapted for the theater. 

Character dance is integral to much of the classical ballet repertoire.  A good example of character dance within a ballet is the series of national dances which take place at the beginning of Act III of Swan Lake. 

Because character dances often feature hopping and running steps in character shoes and a lighthearted presentation, they can seem more relaxed than classical choreography.  In reality, they entail complex upper-lower body opposition, e’paulement, and heel toe footwork.  It is a strong training that can enhance classical and contemporary technique alike.

Character 2018-2019

Choose One:

  • CHARACTER A THURSDAY 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Advanced/Intermediate-Ballet 4A & 4B)
  • CHARACTER B THURSDAY 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Intermediate-Ballet 2-3)
  • CHARACTER C THURSDAY 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. (Beginner – Ballet 1)
  • CHARACTER-BOY’S THURSDAY 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Dress Code:

  • Ladies:
    • Class Uniform or Motionwear 2518 Black Camisole Leotard
    • Black Character Shoes
    • Black Character Skirt below the knee
    • Bodywrapper C39 or A39 Classic Ballet Pink Tights with seam
  • Gentlemen:
    • M Stevens White Short Sleeve Leotard
    • M Stevens Black Footless Tights
    • Men’s Black Character Shoes
    • Black socks

Contemporary

Class Schedule:

  • CONTEMPORARY BEGINNER – SATURDAY 10:00– 11:00 p.m. (Ballet 3)
  • CONTEMPORARY INTERMEDIATE – SATURDAY 11:00– 12:00 p.m. (Ballet 4A/4B)
  • CONTEMPORARY ADVANCED – SATURDAY 12:00– 1:30 p.m. (Ballet 5)

Dress Code:

  • Ladies:
    • Class Uniform or Motionwear 2518 Black Camisole Leotard
    • Ballet Split Sole Leather Shoes by Bloch, So Danca, Sansha, or Capezio
    • Bodywrapper C39 or A39 Classic Ballet Pink Tights with seam
  • Gentlemen:
    • M Stevens White Short Sleeve Leotard
    • Black Pants or Black Footless Tights
    • Black Split Sole Leather Shoes by Bloch, So Danca, Sansha, or Capezio

Core Dynamics

Class Schedule:

  • CORE DYNAMICS – MONDAY 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. (Ballet 4A, 4B, 5)

Dress Code:

  • Ladies:
    • Class Uniform or Motionwear 2518 Black Camisole Leotard
    • Ballet Split Sole Leather Shoes by Bloch, So Danca, Sansha, or Capezio
  • Gentlemen:
    • M Stevens White Short Sleeve Leotard
    • Black Ballet Split Sole Leather Shoes by Bloch, So Danca, Sansha, or Capezio
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Ballet technique is the foundation of our curriculum. Our faculty follows a syllabus steeped in the Russian tradition. The school has three distinct divisions. Our Children’s Division is for girls and boys ages 3 to 7 and our Classical Ballet Division is for girls and boys 8 to 19. We also have an Open Division for students 8 and up with classes in Character Dance, and, Contemporary, as well as an Adult/Teen Barre Fit Program. Performing is a crucial … Read More

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Please complete a registration form and return to Mount Dora School of Ballet as soon as possible to ensure enrollment in your preferred class. Students new to Mount Dora School of Ballet wishing to register for the Classical Ballet Division, ages 8 through 19, are placed properly through a placement class. Please call the office for an appointment. Students in the Children’s Division, ages 3 through 7, are placed by age as of September 1. The Open Division … Continue to Registration

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