Winter 2019 Adult Ballet Classes
All ballet classes, including the adult repertoire class, run right through the Winter.
You are very welcome to drop in to any of the classes detailed below.
our Winter 2019 Ballet term coming up!
1. Amateur adult ballet company - Open Level: Beginners/Improvers/AdvancedTwo Shows per year (in full costume in local Theatres, for those who want to perform). This term: Swan Lake.
2. Adult Pointework
For absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
3. Open Ballet Class including Repertoire
Open Level Ballet at Dance House on Tuesdays from 8.30pm-9.30pm. Barre, Centre & Repertoire (Swan Lake variations)
The details for all Winter term classes are follow below. It is possible to choose either the Repertoire Company or the Pointe class, or to take advantage of the package deal.
1. Adult Ballet Repertoire Company
https://www.danceireland.ie/whats-on/events/ballet-thas-adult-repertoire-company/
Monday 14 January - 8 April (12 weeks - St Patrick's Holiday)
Time: 7.45pm - 9.30pm
Amateur adult ballet company - Open Level: Beginners/Improvers/Advanced
Minimum 2x Shows per year (in full costume in local Theatres, for those who want to perform)
€60 per month, payable monthly or €210 for the entire 12 week term
2. Adult Pointe Class
https://www.danceireland.ie/whats-on/events/pointe-work/
Wednesday 16 January - 10 April (13 weeks)
Time: 8.00pm - 9.30pm
This class caters for absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
Full 13 week Term: €210
Student Full 13 week Term €185
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Half Term 7 weeks: €120
Student Half Term 7 weeks: €105
3. Dance House Package Deal
Repertoire Company AND Pointe Class Full Term
14 January - 10 April : €385 (Students €350)
We strongly advise booking a space in either class as soon as possible, as the studio space in Dance House is limited to 12 people.
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Absolute Beginners Ballet:
Tuesdays: Open Level Adult Ballet Class (Barre, Centre & Grand Allegro)
Time: 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: St Catherine's Sports Centre, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8
Date: Every Tuesday
Price: €12 drop in or €10 with the ten class ticket offer (€100)
Somatics & Myofacial Release:
I also currently offer a flexibility and myofascial release stretch class by appointment only.
It is a floor / mat based system developed by a dance physiotherapist and drop ins are always very welcome. €15 drop in per class.
You are very welcome to drop in to any of the classes detailed below.
our Winter 2019 Ballet term coming up!
1. Amateur adult ballet company - Open Level: Beginners/Improvers/AdvancedTwo Shows per year (in full costume in local Theatres, for those who want to perform). This term: Swan Lake.
2. Adult Pointework
For absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
3. Open Ballet Class including Repertoire
Open Level Ballet at Dance House on Tuesdays from 8.30pm-9.30pm. Barre, Centre & Repertoire (Swan Lake variations)
The details for all Winter term classes are follow below. It is possible to choose either the Repertoire Company or the Pointe class, or to take advantage of the package deal.
1. Adult Ballet Repertoire Company
https://www.danceireland.ie/whats-on/events/ballet-thas-adult-repertoire-company/
Monday 14 January - 8 April (12 weeks - St Patrick's Holiday)
Time: 7.45pm - 9.30pm
Amateur adult ballet company - Open Level: Beginners/Improvers/Advanced
Minimum 2x Shows per year (in full costume in local Theatres, for those who want to perform)
€60 per month, payable monthly or €210 for the entire 12 week term
2. Adult Pointe Class
https://www.danceireland.ie/whats-on/events/pointe-work/
Wednesday 16 January - 10 April (13 weeks)
Time: 8.00pm - 9.30pm
This class caters for absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
Full 13 week Term: €210
Student Full 13 week Term €185
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Half Term 7 weeks: €120
Student Half Term 7 weeks: €105
3. Dance House Package Deal
Repertoire Company AND Pointe Class Full Term
14 January - 10 April : €385 (Students €350)
We strongly advise booking a space in either class as soon as possible, as the studio space in Dance House is limited to 12 people.
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Absolute Beginners Ballet:
Tuesdays: Open Level Adult Ballet Class (Barre, Centre & Grand Allegro)
Time: 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: St Catherine's Sports Centre, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8
Date: Every Tuesday
Price: €12 drop in or €10 with the ten class ticket offer (€100)
Somatics & Myofacial Release:
I also currently offer a flexibility and myofascial release stretch class by appointment only.
It is a floor / mat based system developed by a dance physiotherapist and drop ins are always very welcome. €15 drop in per class.
Adult Pointe Class (Click to expand)
Pointework Course for Adults with Ballet Repertoire
Date: Every Wednesday from Wed 16 July - 5 September 2018
Time: 19.00 - 20.30
Venue: St Catherine's Sports Centre, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8
Contact Sharon to book a place
Level: Beginners
This class caters for absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
The first half hour of each class consists of pre-pointe foot and ankle strengthening, as well as conditioning barrework specific to starting and improving pointework. The second half hour consists of learning classical ballet repertoire variations designed to show off strong feet and ankles, that in turn also strengthen dancers’ feet and build more advanced pointe skills (that can be danced in either flat or pointe shoes).
Students will learn variations from Sleeping Beauty, Giselle and Le Corsaire over the course.
Pointe shoes are optional.
The beginners don't have to use pointe shoes; strengthening work and/or repertoire can be done in soft ballet shoes as the dancer wishes. If you do have pointe shoes you can certainly work in those.
The workshops are led by Sharon Vandermerwe. Sharon performed as a ballerina for companies in Johannesburg, South Africa from 1990-1999, and was the founder and artistic director of Auckland Ballet in New Zealand before settling in Ireland. She is currently the artistic director of Ballet Áthas Dublin.
For further information:
To book please contact Sharon at [email protected], call or text 0871924881.
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
PayPal payments accepted!
Date: Every Wednesday from Wed 16 July - 5 September 2018
Time: 19.00 - 20.30
Venue: St Catherine's Sports Centre, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8
Contact Sharon to book a place
Level: Beginners
This class caters for absolute beginners, as well as more experienced adult dancers who wish to either start dancing on pointe, or who wish to improve their pointework skills.
The first half hour of each class consists of pre-pointe foot and ankle strengthening, as well as conditioning barrework specific to starting and improving pointework. The second half hour consists of learning classical ballet repertoire variations designed to show off strong feet and ankles, that in turn also strengthen dancers’ feet and build more advanced pointe skills (that can be danced in either flat or pointe shoes).
Students will learn variations from Sleeping Beauty, Giselle and Le Corsaire over the course.
Pointe shoes are optional.
The beginners don't have to use pointe shoes; strengthening work and/or repertoire can be done in soft ballet shoes as the dancer wishes. If you do have pointe shoes you can certainly work in those.
The workshops are led by Sharon Vandermerwe. Sharon performed as a ballerina for companies in Johannesburg, South Africa from 1990-1999, and was the founder and artistic director of Auckland Ballet in New Zealand before settling in Ireland. She is currently the artistic director of Ballet Áthas Dublin.
For further information:
- Telephone: 0871924881
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: alovelyclass.weebly.com
To book please contact Sharon at [email protected], call or text 0871924881.
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
PayPal payments accepted!
Adult Open Ballet / recreational company (click to read)
An exciting new amateur ballet company in Dublin. Weekly Open Level rehearsals in a fun, safe and friendly environment. The Company rehearses and performs repertoires from the major ballets, and guest choreographers create exclusive classical pieces for the company. With an artistic approach and an inclusive ethos, this company offers an enjoyable and professional experience to our members. Pointe shoes are entirely optional. Company Director Sharon Vandermerwe is a retired ballerina with an ongoing interest in creating productions for amateur and beginner adult ballet dancers.
Venue: Dance House, Foley Street, Dublin 1
Tel: 087 192 4881
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Advanced Open Class:
Sundays 10.30am - 12pm (Open Class with Ballet Áthas Company)
€15 drop in only (Pre-Booking Required to Confirm Space)
Taught by Sharon Vandermerwe, these popular ballet classes are tailored to the needs of those attending, and classes focus on extending both knowledge and technique. Sharon specialises in teaching adult dancers and is very happy to answer questions.
This may be just the sort of fun and exercise that you might need - this course is great for anyone who finds ordinary health and fitness classes boring. Now you can dance your way to fitness and health, while listening to beautiful, uplifting music. Come along and give yourself the chance to dance and get fit!
**Private one-to-one ballet classes are also available - €85.00 per hour incl Studio hire. Please contact Sharon for schedule availability.**
Mobile: 087 19 24881 or email: [email protected]
Perhaps consider also taking one of our adjacent stand-alone 1 hour gentle Myofascial Release and Body Alignment Classes - specifically designed for less-flexible bodies, it is a low-impact, zero pain, gentle class that leaves you feeling stretched and relaxed! €10 drop in!
Myofascial Release & Alignment: Click here for more information!
- Two shows per year
- Weekly classical ballet class
- Weekly rehearsals
- Guest choreographers
- Body conditioning & strength building
Venue: Dance House, Foley Street, Dublin 1
Tel: 087 192 4881
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Advanced Open Class:
Sundays 10.30am - 12pm (Open Class with Ballet Áthas Company)
€15 drop in only (Pre-Booking Required to Confirm Space)
Taught by Sharon Vandermerwe, these popular ballet classes are tailored to the needs of those attending, and classes focus on extending both knowledge and technique. Sharon specialises in teaching adult dancers and is very happy to answer questions.
This may be just the sort of fun and exercise that you might need - this course is great for anyone who finds ordinary health and fitness classes boring. Now you can dance your way to fitness and health, while listening to beautiful, uplifting music. Come along and give yourself the chance to dance and get fit!
**Private one-to-one ballet classes are also available - €85.00 per hour incl Studio hire. Please contact Sharon for schedule availability.**
Mobile: 087 19 24881 or email: [email protected]
Perhaps consider also taking one of our adjacent stand-alone 1 hour gentle Myofascial Release and Body Alignment Classes - specifically designed for less-flexible bodies, it is a low-impact, zero pain, gentle class that leaves you feeling stretched and relaxed! €10 drop in!
Myofascial Release & Alignment: Click here for more information!
Get ready to work hard, have fun and channel your inner ballerina with a great class that can complement your normal ballet schedule!
Strengthen and tone your body, improve your fitness, and increase flexibility in a fantastic weekly workout with beautiful choreography and music!
Strengthen and tone your body, improve your fitness, and increase flexibility in a fantastic weekly workout with beautiful choreography and music!