Want To Ignite Your Dance Studio’s Revenue?
Discover if ballet for Adult Beginners is the missing link in your business plan.
This quiz is designed to enhance your understanding of your dance studio business, and to determine if adding ballet classes for Adult Beginners could launch your studio to the next level and beyond.
The Adult Ballet System™ gives you everything you need to deliver hugely popular Adult Beginner ballet classes that will attract students from near and far.
Designed by a Studio Owner for Studio Owners, this comprehensive program has everything you need to run progressive, sequential ballet classes to this unique category of students — even if you’re short on time and have never offered this type of class before.
The Adult Ballet System’s program, Plié to Proficiency, is a wonderful introduction to ballet for the adult beginner and it is a delight to teach. I have noticed that my students who have completed the program not only have sound technique, but an understanding of how ballet works at a fundamental level. It is evident that every detail has been considered in the careful crafting of each class, whilst nurturing every student’s love for ballet. The program and accompanying notes are easy to follow with explanations that introduce technique whilst establishing dance quality and poise. As a teacher my greatest enjoyment comes from developing and caring for my students in the studio. I know that the ABS gives my beginner students the strongest possible foundations for their ballet journey.
Belle McDonagh
Ballet Teacher, Elancé Adult Ballet School
The ABS program for teaching ballet to adult beginners is diverse and perfectly balanced for adult students of any age. Every class is carefully considered and structured with a purpose. The greatest reward is the depth of knowledge that you gain as a teacher. Improvement and growth are not only enjoyed by the students in your class, but also within yourself. The ABS program has changed the way I teach and has allowed me to achieve that which I never knew was possible. Giving the gift of ballet to adults and enriching their lives with this beautiful art form is so fulfilling as a teacher - thank you to the Adult Ballet System for making this a reality.
Karen Mackersy
Ballet Teacher, Elancé Adult Ballet School
I was lucky enough to start my journey with Elancé going through the structured program and I’m grateful for the way it gently introduced me to the world of ballet. There’s a reason why the program just works for everyone - whether you’re someone who has no ballet experience or are an adult returning after a long time away from ballet.
We were taught how to stand and how our weight should be placed. Every minute detail was taught with care, love and utmost patience. Our ballet vocabulary and skills built week upon week. This naturally translated to growing our confidence in executing the steps, to then exploring our creativity and artistry.
The structured program lends an air of certainty to students who have no idea what to expect from ballet. It gives students a rock-solid foundation in ballet vocabulary. As we progressed through the levels, the complexity and intensity of steps increased to keep us sufficiently-challenged.
Two years into my adult ballet journey, I look back and am amazed by how much I’ve learnt and gained. I’m so grateful the program gently built my confidence in this art form and I can’t imagine not having ballet in my life.
Vicky L
Student, Elancé Adult Ballet School
The Adult Ballet System’s program, Plié to Proficiency, is a wonderful introduction to ballet for the adult beginner and it is a delight to teach. I have noticed that my students who have completed the program not only have sound technique, but an understanding of how ballet works at a fundamental level. It is evident that every detail has been considered in the careful crafting of each class, whilst nurturing every student’s love for ballet. The program and accompanying notes are easy to follow with explanations that introduce technique whilst establishing dance quality and poise. As a teacher my greatest enjoyment comes from developing and caring for my students in the studio. I know that the ABS gives my beginner students the strongest possible foundations for their ballet journey.
Belle McDonagh
Ballet Teacher, Elancé Adult Ballet School
The ABS program for teaching ballet to adult beginners is diverse and perfectly balanced for adult students of any age. Every class is carefully considered and structured with a purpose. The greatest reward is the depth of knowledge that you gain as a teacher. Improvement and growth are not only enjoyed by the students in your class, but also within yourself. The ABS program has changed the way I teach and has allowed me to achieve that which I never knew was possible. Giving the gift of ballet to adults and enriching their lives with this beautiful art form is so fulfilling as a teacher - thank you to the Adult Ballet System for making this a reality.
Karen Mackersy
Ballet Teacher, Elancé Adult Ballet School
I was lucky enough to start my journey with Elancé going through the structured program and I’m grateful for the way it gently introduced me to the world of ballet. There’s a reason why the program just works for everyone - whether you’re someone who has no ballet experience or are an adult returning after a long time away from ballet.
We were taught how to stand and how our weight should be placed. Every minute detail was taught with care, love and utmost patience. Our ballet vocabulary and skills built week upon week. This naturally translated to growing our confidence in executing the steps, to then exploring our creativity and artistry.
The structured program lends an air of certainty to students who have no idea what to expect from ballet. It gives students a rock-solid foundation in ballet vocabulary. As we progressed through the levels, the complexity and intensity of steps increased to keep us sufficiently-challenged.
Two years into my adult ballet journey, I look back and am amazed by how much I’ve learnt and gained. I’m so grateful the program gently built my confidence in this art form and I can’t imagine not having ballet in my life.
Vicky L
Student, Elancé Adult Ballet School
About Dianne
and the Adult Ballet System
After serious injury ended my hopes of forging a career as a professional dancer, I returned to the “real world”, working in senior administration roles, both locally and abroad. Despite a career that would rate successful by most, the hole that ballet left behind was never quite filled. On returning to ballet as a thirty-year-old, I fell in love with the art-form all over again and knew that my work and my love had to be one and the same.
I started teaching adults in 2002, creating Elancé Adult Ballet School. Commencing with just myself and two students, the school is now a thriving community of over 600 adult ballet students and a talented team of teachers. Through the evolution of Elancé, I have created and refined a program to teach classical ballet to adult beginners. The program is so successful in guiding students from their first step to foundational proficiency, I believe it has to be offered to other studio owners wanting the same.
The Adult Ballet System exists to support studio owners in delivering a carefully curated, rewarding experience for adults discovering ballet. This program is elegant and sophisticated in both content and delivery. Complete in every way, the simplicity of the ABS will empower you to expand your business, inspire your students and elevate your studio beyond your dreams.
After nearly two decades of leading an adult ballet school, I fully appreciate the joy and understand the pitfalls of teaching classical ballet to adults. I look forward to supporting you on a similar journey.
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