As an exciting and essential part of ballet training requiring strength and functional body alignment, students explore the principles of classical pointe work with emphasis on technique and strength-building. Particular attention is brought to the articulation and refinement of classical line, balance and physical control. Students progress through the course with preparation for classical variations.
This course is part of the full-time Dance Program.
Prerequisites
Pointe Work 2
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What you will learn
- Advanced Classical Pointe Vocabulary: Barre Work, Pointe Drills, Relevees, Pirouettes (multiple turns), Sophisticated variations
- Core Support
- Alignment and Placement
- Anatomical Efficiency
- Opposition and Length
- Stability and Mobility, particularly for the ankles
- Strength and Stamina
- Coordination of arms and head
- Musicality
- Performance Quality
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.