The Miami Conservatory’s creative movement and pre-ballet program has been specifically designed for pre-schoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders. Classes are grouped according to age (3, 4, 5, & 6), in order to meet the highly specific developmental needs in each of these years. Pre-schoolers (3 & 4 year olds) may attend a 45 minute creative movement class, once a week. Kindergarteners and first graders (5 & 6 year olds) may attend a 1 hour pre-ballet class, once a week. All four levels focus on coordination and musicality, with an emphasis on body conditioning for pre-ballet groups.
Please contact our main office for class availability. For class schedules click here.
*Please note: All students must be able to use restroom facilities independently.
The Miami Conservatory begins academic ballet in its Elementary I class (7 year-olds) and follows students through the advanced level. All instructors follow a uniform, time-tested and recognized ballet syllabus. Clean technique and proper alignment are emphasized throughout the levels. Classes range from one to one and one half hours depending on level and are offered from two to five times a week.
Please contact our main office for class availability. For class schedules click here.
The Miami Conservatory offers adult ballet classes on weekday mornings and evenings. Ballet class is a great way to stay in shape, maintain bone density, and improve cardiac functions. Both strength and flexibility will be gained, and all while enjoying classic tunes from the 1600's through today!
Starting Monday, June 1st and ending on Saturday, August 21st the evening Adult/Teen class schedule will be as follows:
Adult/Teen Beginners/Intermediate: Mondays & Fridays 7pm-8:30pm, Saturdays 11am-12:30pm
**Note: Ballet BodyWorks will be cancelled during the summer.
For 2009-2010 class schedules click here.
Pilates is a unique body conditioning system developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900's. It lengthens as it strengthens, creating longer, leaner, more flexible muscles. It focuses on the core muscles of the abdomen and spine, creating a balance of strength from the center of the body. Pilates improves posture, flexibility, and incorporates breathing techniques that unite mind and body.
Come join the fun and get your 'core' in shape with Summer Pilates Mat & Yogalates Classes. There is limited free parking behind the studio or on-street metered parking on 73rd Street.
Summer Classes during the Ballet Workshop from June 9-July 2, 2009 only will be as follows:
Pilates: 9:00-10:00am Tuesdays/Thursdays
Yogalates: 9:30-10:45am Mondays, 10am-11am Fridays
Normal ongoing classes are:
Pilates: Tuesday / Thursday 9:30-10:30 am*
Yogalates: Monday 9:30-10:30am, Friday 10am-11am
Go up the outside front staircase & into studio B (on the left). Bring a mat, elastic stretch band, 9" ball, and Pilates ring if you have them (I have extras - if you don't have them, come anyway - dressed to work out/stretch! If you're new to Pilates/Yogalates, don't worry - do what you can - we can modify the exercises until you're stronger - just don't work in pain!)
Pilates fees: Single classes are still $15 or a 10-class card for $100.** (Conservatory scholarship students - no charge)
*Reminder - class time change: Pilates classes are 9:00-10:00 am during the Conservatory's Ballet Workshop June 9-July 2, 2009 only. Classes will be canceled from July 7th - July 16th ONLY due to vacation. Classes will resume Tuesday, July 21st from 930am-1030am.*
**Please note: Pilates/Yogalates tuition is independent of the ballet school. For any further information please contact Nan or Maureen at injuryprevention@miamidance.com or (305) 596-3442.**
Miami Conservatory Summer Ballet Workshop, 2009
Monday, June 8th through Friday, July 10th (5 weeks)
Repertory: Excerpts from La Bayadere
Also offered in the Summer Program:
- Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet: 1 class/week
- ELM I/II: 3 day/week, 1 hour ballet technique
- ELM III/IV: 5 days/week: 2 hour daily Ballet class with stretch and strengthening
Summer Faculty:
- Ms. Mariana Alvarez
- Ms. Rosario Suarez
- Ms. Maite Diz