Ballet 201 - Beyond the Basics Description Do you have the desire to begin Ballet, but don't have the time to take a formal class? Is there something that makes you feel uncomfortable attending a formal class? Do you just need a refresher course or a practice guide? Maybe, your child expresses an interest in the arts, but your wallet doesn't. Even if you sign your child up, you want him or her to be prepared for the experience. These are the reasons why we made Ballet 201, Beyond the Basics, and its prerequisite, Ballet 101, A Beginner's Class. If you are totally new to Ballet, you will need to begin with Ballet 101. Ballet 101 will introduce the barre exercises to you. Once you have them down, you can move on to Ballet 201. ---------------- This video series was not produced in HD, but classical Ballet instruction is not affected by the passage of time or changes in choreography. Techniques still include flowing, formalized movements and positions of the arms, feet, and body designed to enable the dancer to move with the greatest possible agility, control, speed, lightness, and grace. ---------------- Under the direction of an instructor and her two young protégés, Ballet 201 will give you a quick review of the barre exercises that you have already learned (without the instruction from "Ballet 101") and add on from there. They both have stretching and warm-up. The class is presented with soft piano accompaniment and the instructor counting out the beats for you to move to. The dance at the end of the class is described, marked and then performed to a classical music piece. Young children should be supervised by an adult so as not to acquire any bad dance habits. Should you have any questions about our classes prior to purchasing, please feel free to contact the Russ InVision producers. From the Contributor From the Producer: Do you have the desire to begin ballet, but don't have the time to take a formal class? Is there something that makes you feel uncomfortable attending a formal class? Do you just need a refresher course or a practice guide? Maybe, your child expresses an interest in the arts, but your wallet doesn't. Even if you sign your child up, you want him or her to be prepared for the experience. These are the reasons why we made "Ballet 201, Beyond the Basics," and its prerequisite, "Ballet 101, A Beginner's Class." If you are totally new to Ballet, you will need to begin with "Ballet 101." "Ballet 101" will introduce the barre exercises to you. Once you have them down, you can move on to "Ballet 201." Under the direction of an instructor and her two young protégés, "Ballet 201" will give you a quick review of the barre exercises that you have already learned (without the instruction from "Ballet 101") and add on from there. They both have stretching and warm-up. The class is presented with soft piano accompaniment and the instructor counting out the beats for you to move to. The dance at the end of the class is described, marked and then performed to a classical music piece. Young children should be supervised by an adult so as not to acquire any bad dance habits. Should you have any questions about our classes prior to purchasing, please feel free to contact us at . Features: Product Details: Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ G (General Audience) Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.44 x 5.35 x 0.31 inches; 3.04 Ounces Media Format ‏ : ‎ NTSC, Color, Multiple Formats Run time ‏ : ‎ 45 minutes Release date ‏ : ‎ August 19, 2004 Actors ‏ : ‎ Jennifer Nunes, Tim Russ, Michelle Lang, Brittany Baker-Brousseau Studio ‏ : ‎ Russ InVision Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA