Half Day Classical Extension Program
Introducing our Half Day Classical Extension Program for aspiring dancers - an tailored pathway program designed to develop young dancers who show promise and potential in classical ballet, whilst remaining close to home!
CEP has been such a wonderful and beneficial experience for my daughter. The quality of the teachers and their attention to detail is second to none. The improvement in my daughter’s classical ballet technique and artistry in 2.5 years has been astounding – we look back at videos of her in her first few weeks of CEP and can’t believe it is the same dancer. However, it is all the other things that she has got out of CEP that has made it so special. The CEP teachers are warm and encouraging. They have taught her to step out of her comfort zone and aspire to be a better dancer and they have passed on their genuine love of ballet to my daughter. They are such positive role models and mentors.
She has learnt that it is wonderful to dream but to achieve your dreams you need to be disciplined and work hard. These lessons will help her in whatever she does in the future. And I know that wherever she goes she will always be passionate about ballet and will always remember her lovely CEP teachers.
Wendy. R | Daughter Elena 2019-2021
Testimonials
Our families and students feedback and recommendations are a true testament to the overall success of this brilliant program.
Audition
Private auditions open NOW!
Fees
Our program is all inclusive for CEP training, RAD examination classes and competition team work. *private coaching additional
Expert Tuition & World Class Faculty
Under the expert tuition of esteemed teachers/current and former professional dancers from The Australian Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet and major European Companies, we nurture every student to reach their goals and achieve their dreams in dance.
Artistic Director - Nicole Jacobsson-Kneebone
Classical Ballet & Repertoire - Amber Scott (Principal Artist, Australian Ballet)
Classical Ballet - Justine Miles (Former Soloist and Teacher, Australian Ballet)
Classical Coaching - Mary Renouf and Adrian Fryer (Former Artists, Australian Ballet & Major European Companies)
Classical Ballet & Pilates - Kayla Murphy, (Pilates Certified and Studying Physiotherapist)
Character Training - Elena Sanina, (Russian and European Character Dancer)
We have assembled a world-class, professional faculty, an in-house fully qualified Pilates instructor, Character, physiotherapist and Royal Academy of Dance (RTS) teachers. Full biographies are included in our Program Prospectus (available upon request).
Additionally, we welcome a range of Guest Teachers and Assessors throughout the year;
Lisa Bolte, Kurt Dwyer-Williams, Annabelle Ford, Eloise Fryer, Amy Harris, Ty King-Wall, Jarryd Madden, Robert Mills, Alida Segal, Andrew Wright.
Program Inclusions
Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
(With only 1 half day absence required)
Classical Technique
Pilates Strength Work
Character
Pas de Deux
RAD Vocational Examinations
One on One Coaching
Competition Solo and Team Work
Audition Preparation
Our program incorporates a variety of structured performance opportunities which are encouraged and supported. In addition, body conditioning and strengthening training is delivered by our fully-qualified Pilates Instructor and our resident physiotherapist is available to tailor strengthening programs, ensuring student’s bodies and safety are always considered.
Individual technique development is fundamental to the program with students continuously assessed to measure their progress.
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Remain close to home with no need to travel into the city to prepare for fulltime training or a vocation in The Arts.
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A dedicated world-class Faculty focused on your child.
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Continue regular academic studies in your chosen secondary school environment with only ONE half day absence required.
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The very best ballet training available in the South East Melbourne region!
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Performance and competition opportunities are supported and encouraged.
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Receive elite-level training to develop your child both technically and artistically. Over 10+ hours per week of advanced classical tuition.
Benefits of our
Program?
We are honoured to welcome
to our 2022 Program Faculty,
Principal Artist of
The Australian Ballet Company
Amber Scott.
Expert Tuition & World Class Faculty
Under the expert tuition of esteemed teachers/current and former professional dancers from The Australian Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet and major European Companies, we nurture every student to reach their goals and achieve their dreams in dance.
Artistic Director - Nicole Jacobsson-Kneebone
Classical Ballet - Justine Miles (Former Soloist and Teacher, Australian Ballet)
Classical Ballet & Pilates - Kayla Murphy, (Pilates Certified and Studying Physiotherapist)
Character Training - Elena Sanina, (Russian and European Character Dancer)
Contemporary and Jazz Training - Annabelle Ford (Annabelle Ford Choreography)
We have assembled a world-class, professional faculty, an in-house fully qualified Pilates instructor, Character, physiotherapist and Royal Academy of Dance (RTS) teachers. Full biographies are included in our Program Prospectus (available upon request).
Additionally, we welcome a range of Guest Teachers and Assessors throughout the year;
Kurt Dwyer-Williams, Amber Scott, Amy Harris, Ty King-Wall, Jarryd Madden, Robert Mills, Alida Segal, Andrew Wright and many more!
Program Inclusions
Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
(With only 1 half day absence required)
Classical Technique
Pilates Strength Work
Character
Pas de Deux
RAD Vocational Examinations
One on One Coaching
Competition Solo and Team Work
Audition Preparation
Our program incorporates a variety of structured performance opportunities which are encouraged and supported. In addition, body conditioning and strengthening training is delivered by our fully-qualified Pilates Instructor and our resident physiotherapist is available to tailor strengthening programs, ensuring student’s bodies and safety are always considered.
Individual technique development is fundamental to the program with students continuously assessed to measure their progress.
Benefits of our
Program?
-
Remain close to home with no need to travel into the city to prepare for fulltime training or a vocation in The Arts.
-
A dedicated world-class Faculty focused on your child.
-
Continue regular academic studies in your chosen secondary school environment with only ONE half day absence required.
-
The very best ballet training available in the South East Melbourne region!
-
Performance and competition opportunities are supported and encouraged.
-
Receive elite-level training to develop your child both technically and artistically. Over 10+ hours per week of advanced classical tuition.