An excellent learning and teaching DVD especially designed by America's foremost ballet master to introduce the beginning dance student to the technique and vocabulary of classical ballet, with emphasis on posture, placement and movement potential. David Howard, ballet master, teacher and coach was a soloist with the Royal Ballet and National Ballet of Canada. He opened his world famous school on Manhattan's upper west side in '77. Mr. Howard teaches and coaches many of the foremost dancers. 40 mins. (DVD-2004) DVD-Region 1.

Former American Ballet Theatre Ballerina Michelle Benash has designed an instructional Pointe ballet DVD for all levels. Ms. Benash provides exercises and guidelines that develop technique and strength on Pointe. Included are barre and center for Beg-Int-Adv levels and a beautiful variation for the int/adv dancer. "This video is a must for serious teachers and students who care about the healthy developmental approach to this demanding art form. Michelle Benash intelligently lays the groundwork for a dancers evolution toward a professional career." Kirk Peterson, Ballet Master, American Ballet Theatre. 60 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

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This DVD demonstrates the complete language of ballet with an index of over 800 ballet steps. Made in association with the Metropolitan Opera Guild and Capezio Dancewear. 270 mins. DVD-Region 1.

A simple, stress free and informative session that challenges both adults and children who wish to be introduced to the world of the arts. Dancers are taken on a step-by-step journey that begins with preparation and warm-up, paces them through easy ballet moves and ends with a grand finale incorporating what's been taught. Ballet 101 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is based upon the syllabus of a major University of California program and is endorsed by private instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer with ballet terms. Great preparation video, even if you plan to take classes. 45 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Ballet 201 takes up where Ballet 101 leaves off. Adults and children, who already know the basics of ballet, start with stretching and warm-up. They are then guided through a quick review of the basics, and led right into the instruction and demonstration of more advanced moves, ending with a grand finale incorporating what's been taught. It's a fun challenge that's also a healthy work-out! Ballet 201 is an easy-to-follow, hands-on video that is based upon the syllabus of a major University of California program and is endorsed by private instructors. A printed enclosure assists the dancer with ballet terms. 45 mins. DVD-All-Region.

We taught you beginning ballet moves in Ballet 101 & 201. This addition to the series gives students a chance to develop even further by introducing new dance pieces. Now you can feel like you're on stage performing for an audience. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 1 focuses on choreography, stage presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage, increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own...so dance now, and take your bow! Combinations 1 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is endorsed by private instructors. 58 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

This second Combinations video picks up where Combinations 1 leaves off. You'll have the chance to develop even further with the introduction of another set of new dance pieces. After warming-up and stretching, an instructor uses the ballet moves you’ve learned, then adds new moves to choreograph and pace you through a variety of dance combinations found in ballet classes and performances throughout the world: Adagio, Waltz, Petite Allegro, Grand Allegro and Reverence. Combinations 2 focuses on choreography, stage presence, and performance quality. New ballet steps and trickier footwork are introduced to make the combinations unique. Ballet is a graceful workout that can improve carriage, increase flexibility and strengthen the body. You'll feel like you're performing on stage for an audience. You'll feel the power to create, ad-lib, and choreograph on your own. Combinations 2 is an easy to follow, hands-on video that is endorsed by private instructors. 48 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

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Kathy Sullivan teaches four lively and exciting Ballet routines designed for all levels. Using traditional Ballet steps, each dance has it’s own theatrical flair to really showcase the dancers’ personalities. Shown in performance, then slowly broken down in segments, the steps and style are easy to learn! Kathy teaches Ballet and Pointe at STEPS on Broadway and is on faculty at Barnard College and New York University. Formerly with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, she now choreographs in a variety of styles and her works are frequently presented in NYC. 60 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

Join American Ballet Theatre ballerina Michelle Benash as she instructs you in this easy to follow along Beginner Ballet Class. Begin at the barre, chasse to the center combinations and work your way through the variety of leaps and turns. Soon, you'll be dancing the grand allegro set to a lively waltz. Simply brilliant - Simply Ballet! An appropriate DVD for young people as well. 55 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

Petite Allegro is one of the hardest challenges of the ballet technique: all those fast little jumps! In this DVD, ballerina Jennifer Boren leads you through a dictionary of of petite allegro vocabulary. Over 50 steps are viewed and analyzed, many in slow motion. Learn the translation of each step as well as the correct execution. Jennifer than leads you through ten different petite allegro combinations for class. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.

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Howard, America’s foremost ballet master, leads some of the world’s finest young dancers in an intermediate ballet class specially designed to expand the classical vocabulary, movement potential and kinetic awareness of the student. Dancers and teachers alike are given the possibility to participate in this unique class, which features Cynthia Harvey and Peter Fonseca, formerly with the American Ballet Theatre. David Howard, ballet master, teacher and coach was a soloist with the Royal Ballet and the National Ballet of Canada. Mr. Howard opened his world famous school on Manhattan’s upper west side in 1977. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association for Regional Ballet, and served as its President from 1976-1979. Lynn Stanford, ballet’s top accompanist, has composed an original score, ideally suited to the needs of the dancer. 60 mins. (2008) DVD-All-Region

From head to toe, Finis Jhung gives you a fresh new view of the essential ideas of classical ballet that will transform your physique — and your psyche. The emphasis here is on learning ballet from the inside-out, instead of outside in. Exercises on this video: 1. Number One; 2. Turning out, demi plié in 1st position; 3. Isometric grand pliés, relevé; 4. Battement tendu en croix, 1st position; 5. Port de bras; 6. Battement tendu à la seconde, grand plié, relevé & balance, 1st position; 7. Battement tendu devant & derrière, demi plié, 1st position; 8. Working the foot, attitude à la seconde, relevé in plié, 1st position; 9. Battement dégagé & attitude à la seconde, relevé & balance; 10. Battement dégagé devant & derrière, stretches, 1st position; 11. Battement tendu en croix, demi plié, relevé & balance, 5th position; 12. Rond de jambe à terre; 13. Dégagé en croix, demi plié, 5th position, balance cou-de-pied derrière; 14. Fondu en croix, balance retiré derrère; 15. Grand battement devant, port de bras; 16. Grand battement derrière, tendu plie, relevé; 17. Grand battement à la seconde, demi plie. 90 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.

As Finis Jhung often says in class, "you either stand up, or you fall. You either balance, or you don't. It all comes from the way you do your barrework. Exercises on this video: 1. Stretches; 2. Pliés; 3. Battement tendu à la seconde, 1st position; 4. Battement tendu devant & derrière, 1st position; 5. Slow battement tendu en croix, 5th position, stretch, relevé & balance; 6. Quick battement tendu-dégagé; 7. Battement dégagé, relevé & balance; 8. Circular port de bras & balance; 9. Rond de jambe à terre; 10. Petit battement, fondu; 11. Grand battements en croix; 12. Piqué-balance, fondu, pas de bourrée dessous; 13. Tombé-fondu-relevé. 60 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.

In Tinkerbell Dance Studio Ballet, the class starts at the barre (you can use a chair instead). Once Michele introduces 1st through 5th positions, she moves on to Pliés, Tondus, Degajés, Rondejámbs, Passés, and Piqués. After that, the class stretches and moves to center. Next, Michele continues with Tondus, Degajés, Pas De Bourrés, Balances, and Jumps. The program ends with the proper way to bow like a professional ballerina! This fun beginner ballet class is packed with all the basics and great music too! Includes: A free poster; step-by-step instructions; great exercise; instruction by a professional ballerina; and other children in the class who are learning too. Michele Lundberg has ballet training from Orange County Dance Center, Ballet Repertory Theatre, Dayton Ballet Company, and is currently with the American Repertory Ballet in Princeton, NJ. 38 mins. (2009) DVD-Region 1

This program was created to inspire and help children realize their dreams of becoming a dancer. It is a complete ballet class for young beginners. Lyrics are sung to beautiful music which aid the child in remembering the dance exercises and performing them correctly. The young dancer's dream is visualized during each exercise when a real ballerina appears and performs the same steps which the child is working on. This is also an excellent guide for parents looking for a dance school for their child. It shows the types of exercises that should be a part of every ballet class. 40 mins. (2004) DVD-Region 1.

This DVD has been created especially for pre-schoolers. It associates each of the basic ballet steps with flowers and garden animals as characters that help children remember ballet terminology easily. The beautiful melodies and memorable lyrics make this ballet class a fun experience for the young child! The class includes a warm-up, stretching and strengthening exercises as well as fundamentals like basic motor skills, rhythmics and elementary ballet steps. The center floor and across the floor exercises will also teach young children the format of a dance class, spatial directions and working together in groups. 40 mins. DVD-Region 1.

This 2½ hr. video contains a complete visual dictionary and class for the beginner ballet student. It is an invaluable training tool for the student just beginning ballet and reference guide that can be used for years to come. It includes the definitions of terminology, basic technique, movements and steps the beginner student will need to know, with detailed visual instruction on how to execute all of the movements, positions and steps. The class is performed at 2 levels for beginner and advanced beginner student. As the class is taught, the terminology of the movements and steps are recited to help familiarize and reinforce the use of terminology in the ballet class. The Visual Dictionary of Ballet for Children is broken down into 4 chapters: Chapter 1 - The Dictionary of Ballet Technique, includes positions of the arms feet and body, including the basic techniques of ballet. Chapter 2 - The Dictionary of Barre Work, includes visual instruction on the execution of barre movement and steps. Chapter 3 - The Dictionary of Center Work, includes visual instruction on the execution of steps done center floor. Chapter 4 - The Class, includes all of the steps movements and techniques from Chapters 1,2 and 3 assembled into a class. Program creator Rosemary Boross' dance career includes performance with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, Radio City Ballet, and the American Dance Machine. 155 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region

A wonderful introduction for children to the world of ballet, especially designed for ages four through six. It contains all the aspects of a formal ballet class including a barre warm-up, stretches, center practice and across the floor combinations. All of the movements are explained step-by-step, followed by a performance of the steps by renowned dance teacher Rosemary Boross and her beginning pre-school students. 30 mins. (DVD) DVD-Region 1.

The Pure Barre Technique (PBT) is the fastest, yet safest way to change your body. PBT fuses dance, Pilates and Lotte Berk exercises while utilizing the ballet barre to create the most intense and effective 55-minute workout that exists. The results of PBT are: flat abs, thin thighs, a lifted seat, toned arms and sculpted backs. PBT is an intelligent exercise technique - each strengthening section of the workout is followed by a stretching section in order to create strong, long, lean muscle without the bulk, while increasing range of motion. PBT will not only quickly transform your body, it will clear your mind, help you focus and contribute to a happy and healthy life. All you have to do is this DVD three times per week and your body will change - it is that simple. 45 mins. (2008) DVD-All-Region

Ballet Dancers always have slender bodies that are both strong and lean with lovely proportion and gorgeous body lines. One of the greatest secrets to a dancer's body is ballet conditioning, which focuses on all muscle groups. In this unique program, your muscles will work smoothly in unison to create a long, streamlined silhouette with flat abs, a lean lower body and beautifully defined curves. Moving gracefully and fluidly through this series of exercises, you will strengthen and stretch your way to a dancer’s body. Elise Gulan has over 18 years in dance education including Ballet, Pointe, Tap and Jazz. She was a principal soloist for the Virginia Ballet Company where she danced for seven years appearing in productions such as Copelia, Swan Lake and Nutcracker Suite. 51 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1

Experience the "joy of dance" and achieve a higher level of fitness. This exercise video unlocks the secrets of ballet dancing and good health. This program is a unique workout video designed to help you slim, strengthen, tone and refine your entire body with a unique combination of traditional ballet dancing conditioning and standard exercise techniques. Designed for dancers and non-dancers alike, Ballet Boot Camp, when practiced regularly, produces rapid results and yields a stronger, leaner, more refined body. 65 mins. (2000) DVD-Region 1.

This is a deluxe edition DVD set comprised of the best-selling fitness videos New York City Ballet Workout Volume 1 and Volume 2. Each video is designed to help you develop the strength, grace and poise of a dancer. An excellent alternative to fast paced, high–energy workout routines, this unique exercise program balances art, life and fitness into the perfect workout for any age or fitness level. Join Ballet Master in Chief Peter Martins and New York City Ballet dancers, as they guide you through exercises to help you develop lean abdominals, firm buttocks, a contoured waist, sculpted legs, slim thighs, strong arms, perfect posture and flexibility you never thought possible. Whether you love ballet or are simply searching for an effective workout regimen designed to produce a strong, graceful body, this program will deliver exceptional results. 210 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1

This fourth level barrework DVD includes some of the exercises that students identify as a "Finis Fix," including his favorite barre stretch that goes from foot work to floor stretches to arabesque pencheé to attitude-arabesque balance on relevé. Exercises on this DVD: 1. Stretches; 2. Pliés with balances & stretches; 3. Battement tendu à la seconde, 1st position; 4. Battement tendu devant & derrière with stretches, 1st position; 5. Quick battement tendu à la seconde, devant & derrière; 6. Slow battement tendu with stretches & balance; 7. Medium battement tendu en croix with demi plié, retiré, 5th position; 8. Battement dégagé fermé, demi plié, balance, 5th position; 9. Footwork, stretches, arabesque penchée, balance (attitude-arabesque); 10. Rond de jambe à terre, grand rond de jambe à la demi hauteur; 11. Slow fondu, rond de jambe en l’air, 5th position; 12. Quick fondu, frappé, petit battement, 5th position; 13. Grand battement, passé, développé, stretch, 5th position; 14. Fondu relevé with demi rond de jambe en l’air, retiré balance. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.

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