DROP-IN CLASSES

STUDIO: Saturday 5:15 – 6 pm
March 8
Future instances of this class will be updated at a later date.

It is recommended that students have taken at least 1-3 years of ballet and are able to take one of our ballet technique classes from 3:30 - 5 pm before the workshop, so that students are warm and can get straight to working on turns.

This special workshop is for ballet students who want to focus on improving the technique of their turns. We will focus on exercises designed to better understand and develop skills needed for a clean execution of pirouettes. Students will get personalized feedback during this session as every body and level of experience is different and the needs of each individual may vary. We will work on spotting, coordination of the arms and legs, proper alignment of the body and tips on how to feel more comfortable while turning.

During this session we will also clarify concepts like en dehors and en dedans (inside and outside turns) as well as preparation and landing for pirouettes from 5th and 4th positions.

The workshop will involve both center and across the floor exercises where students will practice and perfect chaines, pique turns, pirouettes en dehors and en dedans from 4th position and possibly work on grand pirouettes (a la seconde, attitude devant, derrière and arabesque). Some students might progress to working on fouetté turns.

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January

Saturday 5:30 – 8:00 pm & Sunday 11:00 am – 1:15/1:30 pm (The last 30 minutes of each class is an optional Q&A)

MARCH

Saturday 4:00 – 6:30 pm & Sunday 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (The last 30 minutes of each class is an optional Q&A)

$250 for a 4-day program

Winter Dates
January 11–12 & 18–19

Spring Dates
March 15–16 & 22–23

The Absolute Beginner Ballet Bootcamp is for adults who are new to ballet and those who want to get a handle on the basics. Instruction is broken down to the core elements and then built upon each week so that you’ll finish feeling confident and excited to participate in drop-in classes.

For more information about this intensive course, please see this letter from the teacher: Welcome Letter, or email her at cbeam@sfballet.org if you have questions.

REGISTER FOR BEGINNER BOOTCAMP

Virtual: Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30–10:30 AM, SEPTEMBER 3 – MAY 23

This class is for adults who are new to ballet or have taken ballet classes for less than two years. This class will focus on basic ballet techniques.

Studio: Wednesdays 6:30–8:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 4 – MAY 21

FRIDAYS 6:30–8:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 6 – MAY 23

*SATURDAYS 3:30–5:00 PM, JANUARY 11 – MAY 24* NEW

$22 for a single class and $200 for a 10-class pass

This class is for adults who are new to ballet or have taken ballet classes for less than two years. This class will focus on basic ballet technique.

Studio: Mondays 9:30-11:00 AM, SEPTEMBER 9 – MAY 19

Mondays 6:30–8:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 9 – MAY 19

Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM, OCTOBER 29 – MAY 20

Saturdays 3:30–5:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 7 – MAY 17

This class is for adults who have completed a minimum of two years of beginner-level drop-in classes or have previous ballet experience. Students should have a clear understanding of ballet terminology and basic combinations.

Virtual: Wednesdays 9:30–10:30 AM, SEPTEMBER 4 – MAY 21

Studio: Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 3 – May 22

This is a fast-paced class for students who have been regularly taking classes for several years and have developed strong techniques at the barre and center. Students should have an in-depth knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient with center work.

STUDIO: TUESDAYS 9:30–11:00 AM, SEPTEMBER 24–MAY 22

This is a fast-paced class for students who have been regularly taking classes for several years and have developed strong techniques at the barre and center. Students should have an in-depth knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient with center work. This class is geared towards students from the intermediate level to the Pre-Professional/Professional level.

Studio: Mondays 6:30 – 8:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 9 – MAY 19

This class is intended for students who have studied ballet for a minimum of 10 years and are or have been at a pre-professional level. Students should have an advanced knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient with center work.

Monthly Virtual Series: Tuesdays 2:30–3:30 PM, SEPTEMBER 3 – MAY 20

This class is specifically designed for adults who may be older, recovering from an injury, or have limited mobility. Classes will offer the benefits of a classical ballet technique class with gentle modifications to honor well-lived backs, hips, knees, and ankles.

Each 4-class monthly series will cost $60. Classes will occur on Zoom each Tuesday of the month from 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Class session dates are as follows:

• January 7, 14, 21, 28
• February 4, 11, 18, 25
• March 4, 11, 18, 25
• April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
• May 6, 13, 20, 27

Payment in full is required before the first class of the series and is nonrefundable & nontransferable.

In order for the series to be held, there must be a minimum of 9 students enrolled in each class series before the 1st of each month. A series may be canceled due to low enrollment if a minimum of 9 students is not enrolled by the first of each month.

REGISTER

“I love dance, but I feel discouraged when I attempt standard classes because there is so much I can’t do. Cecelia’s class highlighted that there is still much that I CAN do, and I really appreciated that.”

– Lacee S.

“Cecelia has truly created a community among the regulars. The class means more to the participants than an exercise course only. But apart from the warmth that Cecelia imparts throughout the group, the class really is terrific exercise. I always feel much better after a class with Cecelia, and I know that the others feel the same.”

– Harriet R.

“It's a wonderful opportunity for those of us of a certain age who love ballet to participate in the art form.”

– Susie T.

“Gentle Ballet is a true gem. Cecelia has mastered the art of teaching ballet on Zoom.”

– Jane W.

STUDIO: Sundays 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM SEPTEMBER 8 – MAY 18

This class is a different approach to Ballet and an opportunity to investigate and put into practice your technical abilities, as well as to discover more about your dancing.

In this class, students will warm up at the barre incorporating contemporary vocabulary and concepts that will later be developed.

After barre and instead of center work, we will work on ballet-based choreographed phrases exploring the articulation of the spine, mobility of the upper body, musicality, directional changes, speed, and intention, developing new skills and expanding our practice and curiosity.

This class is recommended for Intermediate to Advance Dancers. Pointe shoes are not recommended for this class.

STUDIO: Thursdays 7:00 – 8:00 PM SEPTEMBER 5 – MAY 24
Saturdays 3:15 – 4:15 PM SEPTEMBER 5 – MAY 24

“Enhance your dance and fitness journey with Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), an innovative body conditioning and strength-building program that prioritizes muscle memory development through ballet-specific exercises.”

STUDIO: TUESDAYS 11:15 AM–12:15 PM, SEPTEMBER 24 – MAY 22

*Special $18 rate just for Strength and Stretch starting October 1*

“A strength and stretch class created from a dancer’s perspective”

This is a strength and stretch class created from a dancer’s perspective. This conditioning and flexibility class is tailored to individuals in the room using slow movements in a relaxing environment. No dance experience is required- this class works well either on its own or taken before/after a ballet technique class.

This conditioning method, created and developed by Katarina Wester, features non-impact movement integrating Yoga, Pilates, and Floor-Barre techniques. It is perfect for students who want to deepen their knowledge and understanding of how these techniques can help them stay injury-free.

Students should bring their own yoga mat and clean sneakers (not worn outside) for this class.