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| The Academy at Grebel Ballet |
The Academy of Ballet at Grebel Dance, under the
direction of Stevan and Debbie Grebel, focuses on
quality technical training in classical ballet and other
styles of dance. Students are exposed at an early age
through the years the strength, line and flexibility of
classical technique. Self-discipline and dedication to
work, along with a love and appreciation of dance as
an art form, are nurtured in each child.
direction of Stevan and Debbie Grebel, focuses on
quality technical training in classical ballet and other
styles of dance. Students are exposed at an early age
through the years the strength, line and flexibility of
classical technique. Self-discipline and dedication to
work, along with a love and appreciation of dance as
an art form, are nurtured in each child.
Our Children’s Division is made up of our youngest
students: Baby Ballet - ages 2 1/2 - 3 1/2, Creative
Movement - ages 3 - 4 and Pre- Ballet - age 5. The
curriculum is designed to introduce the younger dancer
to music and dance forms and prepare them for
further training in the Elementary Division; this is
accomplished by fostering and stimulating the young
dancers’ natural desire to "move". Classes are
structured so children have a fun enjoyable experience
while moving through a curriculum that improves
physical coordination and musicality. Children ages 2 -
6 will enjoy their fun- filled classes while learning the
physical basics, discipline and etiquette needed for the
next levels of dance, as they continue to learn about
and love to dance.
| BALLET DIVISIONS |
Children's Division
several factors such as age and ability. These
placed in levels 1- IV. Placement is dependent on
learns the correct placement and alignment of
their body, and progresses through the Students
enrolled in the Elementary Division are
vocabulary of classical ballet. During their years
in the Elementary Division, children will advance
from one technique class a week to 2 or possibly
3. This progression is structured so the child
receives the maximum benefit from the training.
They are encouraged to take the lyrical class
along with ballet to involve more movement.
Whether the child looks at dance as a fulfilling
extra-curricular activity or dreams of a career on
stage, the child’s needs are addressed and each
child receives the personal attention young
dancers need to learn and appreciate classical
ballet.
placed in levels 1- IV. Placement is dependent on
learns the correct placement and alignment of
their body, and progresses through the Students
enrolled in the Elementary Division are
vocabulary of classical ballet. During their years
in the Elementary Division, children will advance
from one technique class a week to 2 or possibly
3. This progression is structured so the child
receives the maximum benefit from the training.
They are encouraged to take the lyrical class
along with ballet to involve more movement.
Whether the child looks at dance as a fulfilling
extra-curricular activity or dreams of a career on
stage, the child’s needs are addressed and each
child receives the personal attention young
dancers need to learn and appreciate classical
ballet.
The AYBC members at Grebel Ballet are those
dancers in Ballet III-VI who have been accepted
the Alabama Youth Ballet Company. Company
class meets 3-4 times per week with additional
classes in pointe, variations, modern, jazz, yoga
and pilates.
to perform classical and contemporary ballets.
leadership and training. They are invited to attend
master classes and workshops to further their
Company members have numerous opportunities
to perform classical and contemporary ballets.
leadership and training. They are invited to attend
master classes and workshops to further their
training and exposure to the dance world.
Guidance is given to AYBC members in areas of
career development, college programs, auditions,
competitions and summer intensive training.
dancers in Ballet III-VI who have been accepted
the Alabama Youth Ballet Company. Company
class meets 3-4 times per week with additional
classes in pointe, variations, modern, jazz, yoga
and pilates.
to perform classical and contemporary ballets.
leadership and training. They are invited to attend
master classes and workshops to further their
Company members have numerous opportunities
to perform classical and contemporary ballets.
leadership and training. They are invited to attend
master classes and workshops to further their
training and exposure to the dance world.
Guidance is given to AYBC members in areas of
career development, college programs, auditions,
competitions and summer intensive training.
Modern and contemporary classes are
Emphasized is movement and
technique. Movements are less Modern
and contemporary classes are
structured than classical ballet, great
Emphasized is movement and control is
required to maintain off center
expression, suspend and release
positions and seemingly unbalanced
turns, jumps, and extensions. Students
are placed according to age, ability, and
previous training.
Emphasized is movement and
technique. Movements are less Modern
and contemporary classes are
structured than classical ballet, great
Emphasized is movement and control is
required to maintain off center
expression, suspend and release
positions and seemingly unbalanced
turns, jumps, and extensions. Students
are placed according to age, ability, and
previous training.
| AYBC |
Classic jazz is based on the teachings of Luigi, Giordano, Cole and Fosse. However,
contemporary classes are a blend of many styles and include stretches, across the
floors and choreography.
Technique is the foundation for all dance movement. A strong technical foundation
enables a dancer to focus on the stylistic and performance aspects of dance.
Technique is essential for leaps and turns, where correct posture is essential to
properly execute such moves. Also, jazz dancers' strong and sharp movements are
movement emphasizes the upbeat of music, jazz dance emphasizes the downbeat.
Center control is important in jazz technique. The body's center is the focal point from
which all movement emanates, thus making it possible to maintain balance while
executing powerful movements.
Jazz classes require some form of moderate intensity stretching in order to warm up
the muscles and help prevent injuries. Some techniques used in the warm up consist of
elongating leg muscles and strengthening the core.
Most jazz dancers wear leather jazz shoes, either black or beige, to help them move
smoothly when executing turns (e.g. pirouette). Although jazz dance can be performed
its traditional form, it is often influenced by other dance styles such as acro, ballet,
contemporary, lyrical, and hip hop. In turn, many other dance styles are influenced by
jazz dance.
Classic jazz dance moves include:
* Ball change
* Jeté
* Split Leap
* Switch Leap/Swish Split
* Stag Leap
* Pas de bourrée
* Piqué passé
* Pirouette
* Pivot step
* Renversé
* Toe Rise
* Touch step
* Chancé
* Chaîné Turns
* Posé Turns
* Step-ball Change
* Rush-ins
* Turning Pas de bourrée
* Step-Tuck Chassé
* Jazz Runs
* Step Ball Change
* Centre Split Leap
* Lame Duck Turn
* Illusion Kick
contemporary classes are a blend of many styles and include stretches, across the
floors and choreography.
Technique is the foundation for all dance movement. A strong technical foundation
enables a dancer to focus on the stylistic and performance aspects of dance.
Technique is essential for leaps and turns, where correct posture is essential to
properly execute such moves. Also, jazz dancers' strong and sharp movements are
movement emphasizes the upbeat of music, jazz dance emphasizes the downbeat.
Center control is important in jazz technique. The body's center is the focal point from
which all movement emanates, thus making it possible to maintain balance while
executing powerful movements.
Jazz classes require some form of moderate intensity stretching in order to warm up
the muscles and help prevent injuries. Some techniques used in the warm up consist of
elongating leg muscles and strengthening the core.
Most jazz dancers wear leather jazz shoes, either black or beige, to help them move
smoothly when executing turns (e.g. pirouette). Although jazz dance can be performed
its traditional form, it is often influenced by other dance styles such as acro, ballet,
contemporary, lyrical, and hip hop. In turn, many other dance styles are influenced by
jazz dance.
Classic jazz dance moves include:
* Ball change
* Jeté
* Split Leap
* Switch Leap/Swish Split
* Stag Leap
* Pas de bourrée
* Piqué passé
* Pirouette
* Pivot step
* Renversé
* Toe Rise
* Touch step
* Chancé
* Chaîné Turns
* Posé Turns
* Step-ball Change
* Rush-ins
* Turning Pas de bourrée
* Step-Tuck Chassé
* Jazz Runs
* Step Ball Change
* Centre Split Leap
* Lame Duck Turn
* Illusion Kick
Pilates, a series of exercises, developed by athlete
Pilates, a series of exercises, developed by athlete
Pilates, a series of exercises, developed by athlete
and performer, Joseph Pilates, in the early 1900’s,
and performer, Joseph Pilates, in the early 1900’s,
Pilates has an emphasis on breath and core
development (abdominal and lower back muscles),
combined with leg exercises to lengthen muscles,
upper body and arm strengthening movements,
Pilates is predominately non-weight bearing it is
often an acceptable and safe way for those with
injuries to stay fit. All Pilates exercises can be
modified to be more or less challenging, so it is
appropriate for beginners as well as experts.
Adult classes are taught on Tuesday morning at 8:30
am.
Yoga is offered for the dancer on Wednesday
evenings at 7:30 and is a great way to learn
relaxation, concentration, as well as for strengthening
and flexibility. The focus is on mental and physical
well-being and developing the connection between
mind, body and spirit for a balanced life.
*Yoga and Pilates is also an excellent additional
training tool for dancers!
Pilates, a series of exercises, developed by athlete
Pilates, a series of exercises, developed by athlete
and performer, Joseph Pilates, in the early 1900’s,
and performer, Joseph Pilates, in the early 1900’s,
Pilates has an emphasis on breath and core
development (abdominal and lower back muscles),
combined with leg exercises to lengthen muscles,
upper body and arm strengthening movements,
Pilates is predominately non-weight bearing it is
often an acceptable and safe way for those with
injuries to stay fit. All Pilates exercises can be
modified to be more or less challenging, so it is
appropriate for beginners as well as experts.
Adult classes are taught on Tuesday morning at 8:30
am.
Yoga is offered for the dancer on Wednesday
evenings at 7:30 and is a great way to learn
relaxation, concentration, as well as for strengthening
and flexibility. The focus is on mental and physical
well-being and developing the connection between
mind, body and spirit for a balanced life.
*Yoga and Pilates is also an excellent additional
training tool for dancers!
| JAZZ CLASSES |
| PILATES AND YOGA CLASSES |
CHARACTER DANCE CLASSES
etc. As an example, the ballet Don Quixote features
Classical Dance performance.
known as ballet for centuries but it was not until
Aleksandr Shirayev, Assistant to Marius Petipa,
that Character Dance became a unique and integral
part of Classical Ballet.
The shoes worn are usually black heels called
character shoes. Not tap shoes but heels are worn
in this dance.
Classical Dance performance.
known as ballet for centuries but it was not until
Aleksandr Shirayev, Assistant to Marius Petipa,
that Character Dance became a unique and integral
part of Classical Ballet.
The shoes worn are usually black heels called
character shoes. Not tap shoes but heels are worn
in this dance.
