Adult Ballet at Weehawken
Location: In Ouray @ The Wright Opera House
$13 drop-in / 5 week session for $50 with pre-registration
Pre-Registration Encouraged!
Register below, then find your spot at the barre.
Mondays 6-7pm ADULT BALLET with Miss Tajiana
*Summer Session 2: July 7- August 4th
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*** Without enough enrollments, we cannot hold class at this location.
Class Description:
- Join us for a rejuvenating and inspiring hour of ballet, designed specifically for adults of all levels. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced dancer wanting to refine your technique, this class offers a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone.
What to Expect:
- Warm-Up (15 minutes): We begin with a thorough warm-up to prepare your body for the demands of ballet. This includes gentle stretching, basic foot and arm exercises, and light cardio to increase your heart rate.
- Barre Work (20 minutes): The heart of the class focuses on traditional ballet exercises at the barre. You will practice pliés, tendus, dégagés, and other fundamental movements, emphasizing proper alignment, strength, and flexibility.
- Center Work (15 minutes): After the barre, we move to the center of the studio for exercises that challenge balance and coordination. Expect to work on turns, jumps, and small combinations that incorporate the skills learned at the barre.
Attire:
- Comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows for full range of motion (leotard and tights, or leggings and a fitted top).
- Ballet slippers (if you don't have any, socks are acceptable for your first class).
Benefits:
- Physical Fitness: Improve your strength, flexibility, and overall fitness.
- Mental Well-Being: Ballet is a great way to relieve stress and boost your mood.
- Community: Connect with fellow dance enthusiasts in a positive and supportive environment.
Tajiana Rueschhoff’s dance journey began at the age of 5 when she first stepped into a small ballet school in Mississippi, sparking a passion that would endure a lifetime. Growing up in Ouray, Colorado, she continued to nurture her love for dance with Weehawken, honing her skills over the years. Travel played a pivotal role in her development, allowing her to train under diverse instructors and immerse herself in various dance styles. Summers were often spent in intensive training at the Kansas City Ballet, further shaping her dedication to dance. Tajiana pursued her passion with pre-professional training at the Northwest Florida Ballet. Now, back in Ouray, she is pursuing an undergraduate degree in Geology at the University of Florida while eagerly embracing the opportunity to share her profound love for dance through teaching.
