Ballet
Technique

Entering the fundamental years of a dancers development, our carefully designed holistic training methodology covers all aspects of training. Whether entering the Academy for the first time in Year 7, or from the Junior programmes, all students are carefully nurtured through to graduate year.

 

Our directors put in place training and practices recognised by the world’s top dance companies, preparing all our students for a clear pathway into a career in dance.

Ballet dancers posing together
Ballet dancers posing together

Ballet
Technique

Entering the fundamental years of a dancers development, our carefully designed holistic training methodology covers all aspects of training. Whether entering the Academy for the first time in Year 7, or from the Junior programmes, all students are carefully nurtured through to graduate year.

 

Our directors put in place training and practices recognised by the world’s top dance companies, preparing all our students for a clear pathway into a career in dance.

Two ballet students posing
Classical Ballet Technique

The technique of classical ballet is learned and perfected in a highly structured daily regime of classroom work. It is here that technique is maintained, strengthened and constantly refined.

 

Individual goals and expectations are discussed and updated, with constructive feedback regularly given that respects students and helps them develop as independent learners.

Contemporary Dance

Professional ballet dancers are required to be very versatile and able to perform a variety of work including, classical, neo-classical, contemporary ballet and modern dance.

 

At Moorland International Ballet Academy, in addition to classical techniques, our students study contemporary techniques. Our contemporary classes draw from both modern dance and classical ballet for its training method.

Man balancing on one hand
Man balancing on one hand
Contemporary Dance

Professional ballet dancers are required to be very versatile and able to perform a variety of work including, classical, neo-classical, contemporary ballet and modern dance.

 

At Moorland International Ballet Academy, in addition to classical techniques, our students study contemporary techniques. Our contemporary classes draw from both modern dance and classical ballet for its training method.

Ballet pair posing
PAS DE DEUX

Supported adage is introduced in Year 10 when appropriate to physical development.

 

Focused on learning to dance in harmony with precision and artistic passion, our students learn how to respect and work with others and are able to become confident with partnering skills.

CHARACTER DANCE, FOLK DANCE AND SPANISH DANCE

Character dance is a specific subdivision of classical dance. It is the stylised representation of a traditional folk or national dance, mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music that have been adaptedfor the theatre.

 

Character dance is integral to much of the classical ballet repertoire. The students study Spanish dance in the form of Flamenco and Danza. Estilizada, incorporating the playing of castanets, which further enhances co-ordination, style and performance.

Dancer with large striped skirt
Dancer with large striped skirt
CHARACTER DANCE, FOLK DANCE & SPANISH DANCE

Character dance is a specific subdivision of classical dance. It is the stylised representation of a traditional folk or national dance, mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music that have been adaptedfor the theatre.

 

Character dance is integral to much of the classical ballet repertoire. The students study Spanish dance in the form of Flamenco and Danza. Estilizada, incorporating the playing of castanets, which further enhances co-ordination, style and performance.

Key Areas
of Study

Classical Ballet

Classical ballet is a system of dance based on formalised movements and positions of the arms, feet, and body.

Contemporary Ballet

Contemporary Ballet is a genre of dance that incorporates elements of both classical ballet and modern dance.

Pas de Deux

A dance for two performers; a duet.

CHARACTER, FOLK AND SPANISH DANCE

The stylised representation of a traditional folk or national dance, mostly from European countries.

CHOREOGRAPHY CLASSES

Help develop the imagination and creative response in each dancer, and an understanding of the choreographic process.

STRENGTH AND BODY CONDITIONING

Cross training techniques are used to strengthen and loosen muscles as well as aligning the body and helping to prevent injury.

DRAMA

Dancers have specific character roles, and that is a facet of theatre and drama.

GUEST DIRECTORS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS

Expert tutelage from the best in the industry.

Ballet dancer jumping
CHOREOGRAPHY CLASSES

Classes develop the imagination and creative response in each dancer, and an understanding of the choreographic process. Moorland students are encouraged to produce choreography in small groups for the annual choreographic competition.

 

Vocational, professional and students on the teaching course demonstrate knowledge and understanding in a practical and written form by delivering an essay and performance of a self-choreographed solo.

STRENGTH AND BODY CONDITIONING

At Moorland International Ballet Academy, conditioning programmes are designed on an individual basis and are personal to each student.

 

Various forms of cross training are used to strengthen and loosen muscles as well as aligning the body and helping to prevent injury.

Woman stretching on blue yoga ball
Woman stretching on blue yoga ball
STRENGTH AND BODY CONDITIONING

At Moorland International Ballet Academy, conditioning programmes are designed on an individual basis and are personal to each student.

 

Various forms of cross training are used to strengthen and loosen muscles as well as aligning the body and helping to prevent injury.

Ballet dancer performing with black and white face paint
DRAMA

Dancers have specific character roles, and that is a facet of theatre and drama.

 

Ballet is often a full-length dance drama production where the entire choreography narrates a complete story.

 

Dramatic ballets usually follow a narrative or have a literary source. Moorland International Ballet Academy’s drama classes encourage cooperation; they build confidence, communication skills and emotional intelligence.

A UNIQUE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
ballet students smiling while stretching

Shared Dreams

With a highly selective admissions and audition process. Students on the course are surrounded by peers who share the same dreams and ambitions. Pairing this with caring and nurturing directors is a perfect recipe for students to thrive and grow together.

girl in blue with hands on head

Boarding

Operating directly within a private secondary school with boarding facilities allows our students to not only maximise their training and studio time, but also to ensure they remained focused on their traditional studies.

Teacher assisting student

Private Education

Focused on academic excellence, our students not only thrive in a curriculum filled with dance but are also educated within a facility that encourages growth and success. All our ballet students take advantage of a full education curriculum within the specialised Moorland Private School campus.

ballet team practice in studio
REGULAR DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our students have access to many special opportunities. We arrange trips to the theatre each term to help inspire and educate. All the students perform in the annual school performances and we encourage and embrace the opportunity for students to audition for scholarships and master classes.

 

Master classes are a fantastic opportunity for students to be observed by world-renowned artistic directors and choreographers.

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