This class is divided into Pre-ballet A (5-6 year-olds) and Pre-Ballet B (6-8 year-olds).

The children are made aware of the basics of ballet through play and their bodies are prepared for later ballet training. The focus is on learning to listen to the music and to move to its rhythm. They are taught correct posture as well as to control their bodies and train their abilities to concentrate. Through play, the exercises are practised either individually or in groups.

Classes in Pre-Ballet A and B last 60 minutes.

This class is divided into Elementary A (Beginner), Elementary B (Intermediate) and Elementary Boys.

Students in these classes learn the basics of classical ballet. Training begins at the barre, moves on to smaller step sequences in the centre and first jumps. In Elementary B, girls begin pointe work. In Elementary Boys, there is additional work on building jump strength.

Classes in Elementary A, B and Boys last 75 minutes.

The Otevrel School offers a comprehensive vocational course in dance which prepares students for a professional career in dance with everything that entails. Depending on individual abilities, the programme will take between 3 and 6 years. We will carefully construct the programme to fit each student’s preferences and needs. Students are divided into three groups – pre-intermediate, intermediate and advanced - depending on ability. The first two levels can be completed in parallel to an academic school career as the classes take place in the afternoons. The subjects include classical ballet, character, contemporary/modern dance, repertoire and theoretical courses.

Classical ballet classes last for 120 minutes.

• Pre- Intermediate: Classical ballet class 5 times a week (Ballet, Pointe Work) and Character Dance.
• Intermediate: Classical ballet class 5 times a week (Ballet, Pointe Work and Repertoire) and Modern Dance.
• Advanced: Classical ballet class 5 times a week (Ballet, Pointe Work, Repertoire and Pas de Deux) Character Dance and Modern Dance.

Please contact our ofice for further information:

info@otevrel-nospam-schule.de

Students between the ages of 13 and 18 are divided into three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. This class aims at improving techniques and expanding knowledge of step combinations. Classes do not presume the desire to have a dance career in ballet

Classes last for 75 minutes.

This class is for anyone aged 18 and upwards who has a love of ballet and enjoys dancing. The class is divided into three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

Character Dance is a special category of classical dance and is based on a variety of national folk dances. These have been stylised, reworked and integrated into the classical story ballet repertoire. The term ‘Character’ derives from a specific style of movement which, in turn, is based of different types of folk dances.

Classes are divided into exercises at the barre as well as centre work. Students practise individually, in pairs and in groups. Normal ballet slippers or pointe shoes are not usual in Character Dance, but rather special shoes with a reinforced sole and a heel.

Character Dance classes are separated for children and adolescents.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

»Modern / Contemporary Dance« found great acclaim and success through the American choreographer Martha Graham. Many choreographers who succeeded her also introduced their own new styles. Nowadays Modern/Contemporary Dance belongs in any serious dance training.

This class incorporates work on both the intensive basic floor and centre exercises (turns and jumps) of Modern/Contemporary Dance and dancing short combinations and a variety of choreographies to different types of music.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

Yoga is for everyone – there is no space for the pressure to perform in Yoga.

Yoga classes practise positions (Asanas), breathing techniques (Pranayama) and relaxation techniques.

But Yoga is far more than just this – everyone who takes a regular Yoga class will at some point change their way of life, become more aware of themselves and the world around them. Yoga can help give your life more lightness, sense and joy and much more besides.

Yoga for adults

Classes last for 75 minutes.

Yoga for children

Children too can benefit immensely form Yoga. In Yoga, everyone can be as they are and everyone is fantastic. Practising without peer pressure and competition helps develop peace and calm, ease as well as concentration and discipline.

The exchange between play, exertion and relaxation in children’s Yoga is superb contrast to the school day’s routines.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

Dance is not only ballet, Character Dance or Ballroom dance. There are also modern styles like Hip Hop, Break-dance, Jazz and Funky Moves. It is especially via the media like MTV and VIVA that children and young people gain insights into the newest video clips and pop stars.

After a variety of short warm-up exercises, students in this course learn steps with turns and jumps from the newest music hits. These movements go across the floor and use all the space. Depending on the choreography, they are practised in small or larger groups. The classes are divided into Young People and Adults.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

Hip Hop means making something new out of something very old. Hip Hop started in the Bronx in New York in the 80s and can be divided into three different groups:

1. »Uprock« is an acrobatic, very fast form of dance, which presents fight scenes. Usually two or more dancers get very close to each other without actually touching. This type of Hip Hop often resembles the martial arts from the Far East.

2. »Electric Boogie« is a kind of machine-like dance in which the dancers move like robots. It was made famous especially by Michael Jackson.

3. Group Dances. This is where several people dance in sync, with exactly the same movements and in a group. What is important here is the constant movement and the turns which are precisely coordinated.

The classes are formed for Hip Hop for children and Hip Hop for youth.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

This course is a combination of ballet and jazz and the class is divided into two parts. The first part is to warm up and takes exercises from the barre work of a classical ballet class. The second part of class is in the centre, where step combinations are put to modern music.

The choreography is easy to follow, as the aim is more to build stamina, muscle strength and a sense of rhythm. The classes are divided into different age groups.

Classes last for 75 minutes.

There is a ballet class at 10 a.m. every Wednesday (Intermediate to Advanced) called the open ballet class.

Class is public and can be joined by non-school members. You need a 10-class card to participate. This can be purchased in the school office.

Classes last for 90 minutes.

We offer private coaching on request for any age.

Classes last for 90 minutes.

Please contact the school office if you should like further information.