First of all, we want to know which courses you are interested in, and when you would like to do them, so if you are a student interested in coming along, or a teacher interested in hosting a workshop, simply download the appropriate form and return to us as soon as possible!

Student Expression of Interest Form (NZ, 2011)
 

Teachers Expression of Interest Form (NZ, 2011)

 Keep posted for locations and exact dates of the workshops! These workshops do book out fast, and places are strictly limited to 20 per class, so get your forms in to ensure priority booking.

Course Details:

The Perfect Pointe System: (4 Hours - Dance Teachers) – The ultimate guide to assessing students for pointe, or to fine tune their technique. Essential for any serious Dance Teacher. This four-hour workshop is an excellent way for Dance Teachers and Health Professionals to learn the detailed process of a structured Pre-Pointe Assessment.

All of the tests and exercises discussed in The System are demonstrated and the focus is solely on hands-on learning.
The price of the course includes the full Perfect Pointe System and all of the bonus materials available online.

(Please note: A discount will be available for teachers who have already purchased The Perfect Pointe System - proof of purchase essential).

The Perfect Pointe Book A - (2 Hours - Aged 10 +) - Learn everything you need to know before starting en pointe! This workshop explores the first two stages of The Perfect Pointe Book in detail – focusing on the flexibility and strength of the feet and ankles. This includes massage techniques and specialised exercises to help improve your pointe range!

The Perfect Pointe Book B - (2 Hours - Age 10 +) - Stage 3 and 4 of The Perfect Pointe book involve learning about turnout and core control that are both essential before starting en pointe. Learn exactly where your turnout muscles are and how to strengthen them for ballet, and develop true core control. (NB: The Perfect Pointe Book covers both classes).

Training Turnout - (2 Hours - Ages 14+) - Discover the true secrets of maximising turnout! Teaches the anatomy of the dancers hip and great ways of increasing range and strength in isolation and in class. Essential for any young student serious about their dancing.

Advanced Foot Control - (2 Hours - Ages 14+)  - This workshop is for more advanced students wanting to master the art of foot control. Learn the anatomy of your feet and ankles in more depth to help you achieve your potential. The course also has a rehabilitation focus with lots of self treatment and massage techniques combined with specific strengthening exercises to transform your dancing.

Core Control For Dancers - (2 Hours - Ages 13+) - This course covers the details of true core control and how to apply this into class. The aim is to achieve dynamic and fluid control of the spine, helping in achieving higher extensions, better turns and relieving any back pain.

Front Splits Fast! - (2 Hours - Ages 13+)  - This workshop teaches our unique program designed to get maximal flexibility in record time! Learn how to mobilise the ‘Fascial’ and ‘Neural’ systems that may have been holding you back from your full potential, using special Physiotherapy techniques, as well as how to stretch without being sore the next day. This workshop will change your life!

Ball Conditioning for Dancers 1 - (2 Hours - Ages 12+)  - A large exercise ball can be a dancers best friend when it comes to core training. Do you have one sitting around but don’t know what to do with it? This workshop teaches you lots of different exercises for dancers to condition all areas of the body in a fun way. Great for contemporary and jazz dancers, as well as classical ballet.

Ball Conditioning for Dancers 2 - (2 Hours - Ages 14+)  - More advanced exercises for those who have already had some experience on a ball. Combine Pilates technique with work on the ball to challenge your core control. Develop your repertoire of exercises to improve your dynamic stability and learn how to transfer this into your dancing.