These classes are designed for children on the autistic spectrum and children with Down Syndrome.

Adaptive Ballet I:

Class will begin when enrollment reaches 6 students. This class is designed for children with Down Syndrome, and children on the autistic spectrum from the ages of 6-10. The class curriculum includes using ballet steps to improve balance, coordination, expressive arms, jumping, shift of weight, creating shapes in space, interpreting emotions through movement and learning to tell stories using movement vocabulary. The students will also learn character steps and dances. Girls should wear leotards (any color or style), tights and ballet slippers. Boys should wear a t-shirt, shorts, socks and black or white ballet slippers. Mondays 3:30-4:15 (arrival time 3:15)

Adaptive Ballet II:

Class will begin when enrollment reaches 6 students. This class is designed for children on the autistic spectrum and children with Down Syndrome from the ages of 10-14. The class is focused on balance, coordination, creating shapes in space, interpreting words and stories with movement instead of using their voices. The students will be learning ballet steps, character steps and improving reactions to stress through dancing out the emotions. Girls should wear leotards (any color or style), tights and ballet slippers. Boys should wear a t-shirt, shorts, socks and black or white ballet slippers. Mondays 4:30-5:15 (arrival time 4:15)