Ballet
SHIRLEY DE MUER
SEP 2024 - JAN 2025
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Ballet Foundations
Perfect for beginners or those returning to ballet after a long break, this class focuses on the basic techniques and foundations of ballet. Expect to spend most of the class at the barre, where we'll work on building strength, flexibility, and confidence. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for dance and a willingness to learn. This is your chance to start or renew your ballet journey with a supportive environment.
Level 1
FRIDAY 18:30 - 19:30
Studio Aakash (2nd floor)
€192/ €169 for students (-25j)
16 sessions
Language: NL/EN
Please wear appropriate clothing. Only ballet shoes or socks are allowed. -
Ballet - Open Level
Our Open Level class welcomes dancers with some ballet experience, whether you’re transitioning from the Foundations class or have previous training. In this class, we'll delve into a complete barre routine and move on to combinations au milieu, offering a deeper exploration of ballet technique. The goal is to challenge you with new combinations and improve your artistry, all while maintaining a nurturing and encouraging atmosphere.
Open Level
FRIDAY 19:30 - 21:00
Studio Aakash (2nd floor)
€240/ €212 for students (-25j)
16 sessions
Language: NL/EN
Please wear appropriate clothing. Only ballet shoes or socks are allowed. -
Ballet - Level 2
Designed for dancers with a solid ballet foundation, Level 2 is all about refining technique and building advanced skills. While we’ll briefly touch on ballet technique at the barre, most of the class will focus on exploring more complex choreography and combinations au milieu. This class is ideal for those who have danced for several years and are eager to elevate their ballet training to new heights.
Level 2
FRIDAY 21:00 - 22:00
Studio Aakash (2nd floor)
€192/ €169 for students (-25j)
16 sessions
Language: NL/EN
Please wear appropriate clothing. Only ballet shoes or socks are allowed.
SHIRLEY DE MUER
Shirley is an accomplished dance instructor with a rich background in classical ballet. A 2014 graduate of the Royal Ballet School of Antwerp, she has cultivated a deep and versatile understanding of the art, which she passionately shares with her students. Shirley’s education was further enriched through summer programs in prestigious institutions across Europe, including the PNSD Rosella Hightower in Cannes, the Dutch National Ballet in Amsterdam, IB Stage in Barcelona, and Les Étés de la Danse in Paris. These experiences exposed her to a variety of styles and techniques, significantly broadening her artistic perspective.
During her final year at the Royal Ballet School, Shirley had the unique opportunity to apprentice with the Ballet of Flanders, where she participated in productions like Romeo & Juliet and Beyond the Tutu. This professional experience honed her artistic vision and provided her with a deeper understanding of the demands of a ballet career.
As a teacher, Shirley strives to instill not only technical proficiency but also a deep passion for dance in her students. Her teaching approach is both challenging and nurturing, focusing on developing a solid technical foundation, musicality, and expressiveness. Whether she’s working with beginners or advanced dancers, Shirley is dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential while fostering a lifelong love for the art of dance.