Sofa 2 Studio: Ballet Improvers

Sofa 2 Studio: Ballet Improvers

A three-week challenge for Ballet Improvers. Returning to dance classes as an adult feels like coming home! Standing at the barre is like reconnecting with an old friend, and we are so happy you have chosen to take that step with BalletActive.

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Sofa 2 Studio: Ballet Improvers
  • Warm-Up

    It involves some centre work, port de bras and cardio to warm up the body.

    James Muller leads this session with Chris Swithinbank on piano.

  • Ballet with Richard Bermange | 1

    Fine-tune your ballet technique with this Improver level class focusing on barre work with an emphasis on posture.

    Richard Bermange leads this 8-part series aimed at dancers who have already grasped the basics of ballet and are looking to improve their technique further. Anna-Babette Winkler and...

  • Progressing Ballet Technique® | Upper Body & Port de Bras

    Progressing Ballet Technique® is an innovative system that takes ballet-specific exercises to build muscle memory and strength that can then be brought into the classroom. It’s a great method for students to build strength and technique to bring into their ballet work.

    This class is led by ENB F...

  • Ballet with Kate Hartley-Stevens: Barre & Centre | 1 (Improver)

    This stand-alone class is led by Kate Hartley-Stevens, with Chloe Keneally, an Artist of English National Ballet, demonstrating and Chris Swithinbank on piano.

  • Cool Down | Self Care

    James Muller leads this session. Hamish Longley, an Artist with English National Ballet, demonstrates with Chris Swithinbank on piano.

  • Pilates with Lucy Lowndes | Pilates Ball

    All the exercises in this class can be taken either with a Pilates Ball or without. Make sure you have a mat or something soft to lie on.

    This class is taught by ENB Associate Artist Lucy Lowndes, with ENB YouthCo dancer Samuel Larsen demonstrating and music by Domenico Angarano.

  • Ballet with Kate Hartley-Stevens: Barre & Centre | 2 (Improver)

    This stand-alone class is led by Kate Hartley-Stevens, with Chloe Keneally, an Artist of English National Ballet, demonstrating and Chris Swithinbank on piano.

  • Progressing Ballet Technique® | Core & Posture

    Progressing Ballet Technique® is an innovative system that takes ballet-specific exercises to build muscle memory and strength that can then be brought into the classroom. It’s a great method for students to build strength and technique to bring into their ballet work.

    This class is led by ENB F...

  • Ballet with Richard Bermange | 2

    In this class, develop your centre practice and transference of weight.

    Richard Bermange leads this 8-part series aimed at dancers who have already grasped the basics of ballet and are looking to improve their technique further.

    Anna-Babette Winkler and William Simmons, Artists with English Na...

  • Ballet Technique with Renato Paroni de Castro | 1

    Renato Paroni de Castro, Ballet Master at English National Ballet, leads this session to improve ballet technique, focusing on first position at the barre.

    Inspired by the teachings of Margaret Black and Christina Bernal, this first session focuses on first position barre and offers breakdown ex...

  • Pilates with Lucy Lowndes | Elastic Band

    All the exercises in this class can be taken either with an elastic band or without. Make sure you have a mat or something soft to lie on.

    This class is taught by ENB Associate Artist Lucy Lowndes, with ENB YouthCo dancer Samuel Larsen demonstrating and music by Domenico Angarano.

  • Barre: Pliés and Rises

    Mayumi Ganley, former Ballet Mistress at English National Ballet, leads this class. Adriana Lizardi and Emilia Cadorin, both Artists with English National Ballet, demonstrate with Matt Gregory on piano.

  • Progressing Ballet Technique® | Turnout & Adage

    Progressing Ballet Technique® is an innovative system that takes ballet-specific exercises to build muscle memory and strength that can then be brought into the classroom. It’s a great method for students to build strength and technique to bring into their ballet work.

    This class is led by ENB F...

  • Ballet with Sarah Kundi | 1 (Beginner-Improver)

    This is important for balance, momentum and aesthetic in ballet.

    Sarah Kundi, First Artist with English National Ballet, leads this class for beginner through to improver level dancers needing reminders of the basics.

    Oliver Hornby, former member of ENBYouthCo and current student of English Na...

  • Ballet with Carolyn Bolton: Nutcracker Treat

    Enjoy this festive Nutcracker-inspired class from home, our special treat for you this Holiday Season. 

    This class is led by ENBYouthCo Creative Director Carolyn Bolton, with ENBYouhCo Dancer Albertine Engelstad demonstrating and Reina Okada on the piano.