Payne Academy’s

Class Schedule and Description

August 24, 2009—May 29, 2010

Intensive Division Schedule

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General Policies

All of the students in the Intensive Division (ID) are committed to reaching their full potential. That commitment involves dedication, diligence, and time.  The class load requirements must be adhered to in order to continue in the ‘ID’. 

              Level Descriptions

· Ballet Ii is designed for students who already have some basic   Ballet training.  The discipline and technical levels are increased.  Body alignment and solid technical foundation is the focus.

· Ballet IIi continues the training which began in Ballet Ii by greatly increasing their physical vocabulary and technical foundation.. 

· Ballet IIIi  Strength and flexibility is the primary focus.  This level will include Point classes.  Not all students will begin those Pointe classes on Pointe.  The decision to put a student on Pointe is made on an individual basis. 

· Ballet IVi This level expands the Physical vocabulary of Ballet IIIi.  These students work on more complex combinations and         substantially increase their strength and pointe work.

· Ballet Vi Refinement of the previous levels vocabulary as well as  focusing on complex pirouettes and grand allegro is the            curriculum.  A substantial amount of pointe work is involved.

· Ballet VIi Not all students will reach this level.  The curriculum  involves the refinement of  their advanced level of physical           vocabulary.  The development of artistry and a concise              understanding of technical execution is the core of this level.

Class attire is listed in the Student Handbook and the Policies hand-out.