Ballet .. The Cecchetti Method

The Cecchetti Method is pure in its style and places great importance on line.

Ms. Guibord introduced the Plattsburgh area to this method and was first to become certified and to enter students for ballet exams!
Enrico Cecchetti composed nearly forty adages to develop balance and poise in every possible position. His eight "port de bras", which develop how we move our arms and upper body are known to be unsurpassed. "The prime purpose of this training is that the student shall not learn to dance by trying to imitate movements but shall learn to dance by studying and mastering the basic principles which govern the art; to grow and develop from within and to become complete self reliant."

(excerpted from Cyril Beaumont).

Ballet .. The Cecchetti Method

Primary Ballet 5-7years

We continue to develop the basic elements of movement, refine the eight locomotion movements, increase the understanding of space, and of working with partners or groups. First level to take ballet exams.

Grades & Majors Ballet

Primary Ballet 5-7years

Grades & Majors Ballet

The syllabus is divided into many steps. From Grade 1 we learn the basics of all ballet which continues to blossom through many years of study. Recommended two to four classes per week. Additional classes in Character,
Modern dance and/or Tap are
encouraged at these levels.

Pre-Pointe

Grades & Majors Ballet

Class work in soft slippers or pre-pointe shoes will increase ankle strength, helps to acquire the knowledge neccessary for pointe work, and when wearing the

pre-pointe shoe the student gets
used to the feel of pointe shoes.

Pointe

Pre-Pointe

Privates

A student is eligible for Pointe work at the age of eleven or twelve. This policy is for the welfare of the dancer. Permanent harm can be done if Pointe work is not taught in the proper manner.

Privates

Pre-Pointe

Privates

At your request!

With Ms. Guibord

$30.00 per hour for enrolled students

Semi Privates $25.00 each person