Character Dance is based on folk dances originating from different countries and regions, mostly Europe. It is highly stylised and usually can be part of classical ballets, whilst preserving its national character and uniqueness.

Character Dance is often included in the syllabus of many ballet schools along with classical ballet, historical dance and contemporary dance. The structure of character dance classes is made up of barre and centre; similar to classical ballet.

As a graduate of the Vaganova Ballet School, Alina's extensive experience in character dance and her specialisation in this specific dance form allows her to have great…

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You don’t need to buy special ballet clothing: leggings and a t-shirt are fine. Wear any comfortable sports clothes which allow you to move without restriction. Bring a bottle of water!

Sonia Bartlett-Cos - 19 June 2019

This is a folk dance class. The studio is big and lovely. The teacher, Alina is an excellent character dance teacher, very encouraging and always positive. We have a nice group of dancers of different levels and ages. All are very lovely people. We have a laugh at the same time as we focus and learn the different dance styles from Ukrainean to Spanish..... We practise and warm up at the barre first and then we move on to the centre work to learn different choreographies. There are times that we are invited to perform them if we wish. We use outfits, props... Its a dance that everyone can do with just practising it. We do it on Saturday Morning at Saint Petter's Church studio in Chiswick, just before the ballet class.

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Ballet4Life® prides itself of creating a supportive and friendly environment in which to have a dance class whether you are a retired professional dancer, someone returning to dance classes after many years, or as a complete novice.

At this school they serve all levels from age 16 upwards! The teachers exhibit great care for our clients, understand their individual needs or conditions, endeavour to learn our clients' names and to build trust and a professional relationship.

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