2008-2009 Season
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Ballet
San Jose has one of the most outstanding Outreach programs anywhere in the
country. The experience consists of three separate offerings
that reach thousands of school aged children each year.
It is our fervent hope to turn some of these wonderful
young people into future ballet stars. We know that nearly
all of them have become ballet fans!
Ballet Class Grades 1-3
'Ballet Class’ brings small groups of students from local schools into a dance studio for a two-hour lesson taught by School Director Lise la Cour from
Ballet San Jose School. Provided free of charge, Ballet Class
reaches some 500 students each year. The fully interactive
class, with live piano accompaniment, helps the students
come to a greater understanding of the components of dance,
ranging from mime and basic foot positions to musicality.
At the end of the lesson, all participants receive a workbook
of ballet terms, crossword puzzles, and other activities
to take home with them to reinforce the material learned
in class.
The First Step for Girls and Boys
The 'First Step' specifically targets children from "Ballet Class" who would like to learn more ballet. These students are offered an eighteen-week dance class designed especially for them, teaching basic ballet techniques appropriate to their age group. The entire program is free and includes shoes, dance clothes and even transportation assistance to-and-from home and the studios. Those students, who, after the semester-long class, have a continuing interest will be integrated into the Ballet Academy’s ongoing programs. The purpose is to reach children whose families may not have the financial means to afford training. |
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"I learned that ballet needs lots of practice and that it’s really fun."
Anna—Fifth Grade
"I learned that boys do ballet."
Jason—Second Grade
"I enjoyed it because there were parts that look easy but they were very hard."
Allen—Fifth Grade
"I love Saturday because it’s ballet day!"
Emily—Second Grade
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