11:00am-12:00pm Progressing Ballet Technique taught by Ms. Andrea

Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is a body-conditioning and strengthening program designed specifically to improve and enhance ballet technique through safe, detailed exercises. This class focuses on core strength, weight placement, and body alignment, and is used by dancers and athletes of all levels. Our instructor, Ms. Andrea is fully certified to the highest certification, at Level 3, in Progressing Ballet Technique®.

Please note equipment required for this classThis class requires a yoga mat and a 9-inch Mini Pilates Ball to enhance your workout. If you don’t have a ball, extra ones will be available for purchase at the front office for $15.

Born in Brazil, Andrea Maciel De Faria began her ballet training at age three and later studied at the renowned Ballet Cristina Helena and the Palucca School of Dresden in Germany. She has danced professionally with companies such as Columbia Classical Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Orlando Ballet, and Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba, performing a wide range of classical and contemporary roles. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Andrea is an ABT Certified Teacher (Pre-Primary to Level 3) and certified in Progressive Ballet Technique, specializing in ballet technique, pointe, variations, and conditioning.