Level VII/VIII Ballet
HCA School of Dance
Level VII/VIII Ballet
Level VII/VIII Ballet builds upon the foundation laid in previous levels, pushing students further in terms of physicality, endurance, and body articulation while cultivating artistry within an exam-oriented framework. A key focus is on pointe work, which is introduced once a week in Level VII and integrated as part of the repertoire in Level VIII. Classes are held twice a week, with a dedicated 45-minute session for pointe work, refining technical skills essential for progression into higher ballet levels.
Please note: Approval of your ballet instructor is required for pointe shoes. Given the delicate nature of pointe, only students demonstrating strong skills in allegro and ankle stability, with consistent relevé movement patterns, are invited for pointe shoe fitting. For those not yet on pointe, participating in the soft shoe section of the class is strongly encouraged to enhance strength and technique development.
UNIFORM
If you are registered in another type of style of dance (such as lyrical or modern) that is back to back with your ballet class, please purchase the transition tights. If you are transitioning from hip hop into these classes, please inform your teachers and change quickly.
Absolutely no skirts or leg warmers please.
- Bodywear: Capezio CC100 Royal Blue Leotard
- Tights: So Danca TS-73 or TS-74 Footed Light Pink OR So Danca TS-81 or TS-82 Light Pink Transition
- Footwear: Capezio Hanami 2037W Light Pink Canvas Ballet Slipper OR So Danca SD-16 Light Pink Canvas Ballet Slipper Or Equivalent (Level 4 And Up)
Class Info
Duration:
3.5 hours/week
Day & Time:
Tuesdays, 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Age Group:
13-15
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We provide flexible payment plans for class tuition, making it easier for you to manage your budget while following your passion. Browse below to view the possibilities. Please note, the below prices are based on full-year enrolment. Tuition is pro-rated based on starting date.
Monthly Payment Option
Payments can be made each month.
Monthly payments for Level VII/VIII Ballet are $355.07/month
Term Payment Option
Payments can be made three times per year, at the start of each school term.
The term payment for Level VII/VIII Ballet is $1116.88/term
Extra Fees
Registration Fee (Single Student): $30
Registration Fee (Family): $50
Examination Fee: TBC
Costume Fee: TBC (for students participating in the year-end recital)
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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
YANCIETH PANIAGUA GARITA
Yancieth is an experienced dancer, teacher and choreographer whose passion for dance and performance started at the age of six. She completed her training in Classical Ballet and Dance at the Conservatory of Castella, in her home country of Costa Rica, with additional training at the Royal Academy of Dance in Monterrey, Mexico. She holds advanced degrees in Dance (National University of Costa Rica) and Dance Education (University of San Marcos, Costa Rica), and has trained at Danza Contemporánea de Cuba, in Havana, Cuba, and in Canada at the Hamilton City Ballet and the Teacher Training Program of Performing Arts Educators of Canada (PAE). She has danced in several ballets including Don Quixote (2006), Giselle (2007), the Nutcracker (2011, 2012), and Alice in Wonderland (2016).
Yancieth guides and nurtures students as they develop strong classical fundamental ballet skills while encouraging their passion, creativity and love of dance. Yancieth hopes to inspire students with her own love of learning.