*No class on 1 Nov
NAC-NICA Training Support and UTAP
applicable for: Ballet for Adults I (Beginners)
National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy
$320.00
Note: Course fee not inclusive of application fee and GST.
$188.80
(after National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy)
Note: NSA fee is inclusive of GST.
Course details
Ballet for Adults I (Beginners)
Go beyond the mere execution of steps and discover the understanding of ballet, its history and development of certain movements and traditions. Learn the basic principles of ballet, with an emphasis on safety and understanding of alignment and the biomechanics involved in executing particular ballet movements.
Ballet for Adults II (Intermediate)
This course builds upon the Ballet for Adults I (Beginners) course. A wider vocabulary of barre work, and centre work will be introduced. Participants are expected to have some level of understanding of safe turnout and foot control. The emphasis on safety and understanding of alignment/biomechanics in movement will be reinforced alongside the vocabulary of ballet steps.
Note: Course trainers are, on occasion, subject to change with short notice.
About the trainer
Jocelyn Chng
Jocelyn Chng has practised yoga since 2010 and has obtained her 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training certification in 2024. Jocelyn currently teaches Yoga for Adults and Ballet for Adults classes with LASALLE's Short Courses. With her keen interest in movement as a means of facilitating well-being, she has taught children, adult and senior classes. In her teaching, she incorporates somatic approaches and understanding, firmly believing in fostering a safe and respectful learning environment.
Application information
Comfortable attire in which you can move freely and easily.
Ballet for Adults I (Beginners): Adults and seniors who have little or no previous experience with ballet, and/or anyone interested in ballet. Participants should be aged 18 years and above. Ballet for Adults II (Intermediate): Attended at least two runs of LASALLE Short Courses Ballet for Adults I (Beginners), or have at least six months of beginner ballet experience. In addition to basic barre work, participants should know the following vocabulary and be able to execute at least one version of: glissade, pas de bourrée, assemblé, jeté ordinaire.
For clarity on the application process, payment matters, available subsidies, certification, and our cancellation and refund policy, please refer to our FAQs page.
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