Come move your body and explore the basics of classical ballet in this introductory series of classes. Each hour-long lesson will explore general body and arm positions while introducing the building blocks of ballet terminology and exercises. Classes will focus on building fluidity, balance, and rhythm through the fundamentals of one of the world’s best known dance forms. Perfect for beginners with or without previous ballet or dance experience.

You have two opportunities to attend this class, May 2 and May 23, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. We encourage you to attend both sessions, giving you the opportunity in class 2 to build on what you learned in class 1, but all are welcome to attend one, both or either session.

Suggested Attire: comfortable athletic or yoga clothing, dance shoes or socks. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own water bottle to class.

This program is presented by Simone Boos and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.

About the Presenter:  

Simone Boos is a native of Indianapolis and an alumna of Alma College, where she earned dual degrees in Dance and English. Over the course of her professional performing career, she appeared in countless productions with various theater and dance companies, including Ballet Internationale, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, Island Moving Company, Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre, Third Coast Dance Company, and RAKR Dance, and has toured both nationally and internationally. She has over a decade of experience teaching and choreographing for aspiring dancers of all ages both here in Central Florida and throughout the US. Simone is a professional portrait & wedding photographer, graphic & web designer, and a certified barre3 instructor. Simone joined CFCArts as a teaching artist in 2022 and is happy to have called Orlando, specifically Winter Park, home for the last 6+ years!