Description

Debuter is a ballet based program for ages 8-9 years. This program will supply young dancers with coordination, musicality, terminology, and stretching; the building blocks of a strong ballet base as well as an introduction to modern dance. Dancers will learn that the fun in dance comes from growth in themselves and the reward of new skills that come from consistent work and commitment to specific training. No previous dance training is necessary to enroll in this level, however we do require a meeting/”audition” with parent, dancer and director to make sure développé will be a good fit for everyone. Debuter consists of a 2 days/week commitment with a total of 4 hours of technique classes weekly. In addition for all dancers there will be 1 hr of mandatory weekly rehearsals for 3-4 weeks leading up to performances. Technique classes are primarily ballet technique as without a strong ballet background it is difficult to have the physical strength and coordination we deem important to master the other techniques taught at développé.