Month-to-month-PLUS

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Introducing Month-to-Month-PLUS

We’re always trying to find more ways to help you get more ballet into your life – so we’re introducing Month-to-Month PLUS (M2M+)

Designed for those times when you have a free night or just want to stay for another class, M2M+ allows you to book extra classes on top of your current Month-to-Month booking, without changing your regular enrolment.

For example, if you’re normally enrolled for a ballet class, and decide one week you would like to stay for PBT – you can book the extra PBT class through your customer portal as a one-off and attend. Or, you could add Contemporary on those weeks you’re free – whatever suits!

At the end of the month you’ll be invoiced for any extra classes you booked.

How does it work?

You have direct debit authorisation setup on your account
You have at least 1 x ongoing weekly class on month-to-month enrolment
Around the 15th of the month, you’ll receive an invoice for the next month for your regular enrolments (the same as you currently do). This invoice due on 1st of the month.
If, during that month you want to attend an extra class (of any kind – PBT, Contemporary, Jazz, extra Ballet etc), you’ll be able to ‘add and enrol’ yourself into those extra classes through your customer portal (subject to class availability!)
At the end of the month, you’ll receive another invoice for any extra classes you may have taken, this invoice is due 14 days later. If you take no extra classes, there’s no extra invoices.

M2M+ doesn’t affect any make-up classes you have available, and you’ll still save more by booking multiple classes upfront with a better discount. Extra class bookings are also subject to spaces being available. Permanent Month-to-Month bookings and Class Pack students will be given priority. M2M+ is just for those extra times when you want to pop in and get those dancing shoes on!

You can start right now – just log on to your customer portal and set-up direct debit (if you haven’t already) and get dancing.

If you have any questions or need help setting up your direct debit just contact us

Terms and Conditions Month-to-Month-PLUS (M2M+)

These terms and conditions are in addition to your already accepted Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.
M2M+ classes can only be booked by customers with a valid direct debit authorisation, and no overdue invoices on their account.
Students must have a minimum of one (1) current, ongoing month-to-month enrolment in a class to access M2M+
M2M+ bookings are subject to class availability. Students with a permanent Month-to-Month booking or students on Class Pack will be given priority over M2M+ bookings.
Any booking not satisfying the M2M+ booking criteria will be cancelled.
Classes will be invoiced at the total rate of hours booked for that day/week starting from a base of 0 hours. For example, if you have 1 x 75minute class as your regular enrolment, and book an extra 75 minute class that week, you will be charged the fee schedule rate for 75 minutes for that extra class, not a total of 2.5 hours for that week.

FAQ's

I don’t have direct debit setup – what do I do?

You can log on to your portal and select My Account > Payment Details and set-up your direct debit with a bank account or credit card. Alternatively, contact us and we’ll send you a direct link to do the setup.

I’m on a class pack – can I use this option?

There’s no need! Just book whatever classes you want to attend through your customer portal, and your class pack will keep track of your attendance.

What if I want to change my regular enrolment?

Not a problem, just contact us 14 days before your next billing cycle to make any changes.

I booked an extra class but then couldn’t attend – what happens now?

You’ll receive a make-up class for any missed classes, just like a regular enrolment. There’s no credit or refunds for missed lessons, just the same as a regular enrolment.

I have make-up classes available – can I still use these?

Absolutely! M2M+ is designed for those times when you’ve got no make-ups left, but you want to come for an extra class. Make-ups can be booked as usual through your customer portal.

What will I be charged for extra classes?

Extra classes will be charged as per the fee schedule for how many minutes/hours you book that day. For example, one extra 75 minute class will be billed at the rate for 75 minutes per week, or a 30 min class at the rate for 30 mins per week.

For example, if you have 1 x 75 minute class as your regular enrolment, and book an extra 75 minute class that week, you will be charged the fee schedule rate for 75 minutes for that extra class, not a total of 2.5 hours for that week.

The class is showing full online - can I still book?

Permanent Month-to-Month bookings and students on Class Packs will be given priority over M2M+ bookings. You’ll need to contact us to see if there are any absences or unexpected spots become available. Your booking wont be confirmed until you hear back from us.

Can I unenroll from classes through my Customer Portal?

You can mark yourself as absent through your customer portal and receive a make-up class, but if you need to unenroll you need to contact Simply Ballet 14 days before your next billing cycle.

Your Customer Portal

Your customer portal is the go-to place to find most administration things you need at Simply Ballet. It’s your own personal log-in where you can update your details, see your invoices, notify us of an absence, or book a make-up class.

You can access your customer portal here

The first time you log-in you will need to set a password

How to book an Open Division Class or M2M+ booking

If you have purchased a class card and wish to book in for a class, or are doing a M2M+ booking you can do so through your Customer Portal

Log in to your portal
Click on Classes > Add Enrollments
Select the student you wish to enroll using the top right hand corner drop down menu, and click ‘OK’
Find the date or class you wish to attend and click Add
Select the date/time you wish to take your class and follow the prompts to checkout

Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions

What else can I do in my customer portal?

Update your personal details and emergency contact
Update your customer and students details
Update your direct debit details
View past and future invoices
Enrol in classes
Book a make-up class
Notify us of your absence
Change you notification settings

and more!

Have questions? Just contact us and we’re happy to help.

Simply Ballet History – Adeline Genee

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The dance world’s first Dame – Dame Adeline Genée was not only a success onstage, but also a champion of dance training. As the first President of the Royal Academy of Dance, she left a legacy that has lasted over 100 years.

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Dance's First Dame - Adeline Genée

Born in Denmark in 1878, her initial training and performing came from her uncle who had a small touring dance company. After professional success onstage in the Royal Danish Ballet, she danced in Germany, London, and North America.

In 1913, Genée visited Australia, dancing in Sydney and Melbourne in her most famous role of Swanila in Coppelia. In 1916 she returned to tour with JC William’s company at a time when ballet was just gaining traction in the new Land Down Under.

As Genée’s stage career was winding down, her next project was just beginning. After lamenting the state of dance training, a group of influential and knowledgeable former ballerinas came together to form a association designed to lift the quality of ballet teaching. Genée, along with Phyllis Bedells, Lucia Cormani, Edouard Espinosa, Tamara Karsavina formed the Association of Operatic Dancing in 1920, of which Genée was named President. The organisation, which later became the Royal Academy of Dance currently trains dancers and teachers in over 85 countries around the world. Having worked to standardise, codify, and develop training methods, she was named a Dame of the British Empire in 1950. Her retirement from the RAD in 1954 passed the baton to another influential English Ballerina – Margot Fonteyn.

Adeline Genée died in 1970, having made the ballet world a better place – for which we are all grateful.

Simply Ballet History – The Father of Australian Ballet Edward Borovansky

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Sometimes known as the ‘father of Australian Ballet’ It’s often said he started the first Australian ballet company – but that’s not quite true… That was Helen Kirosova.

Edouard, or Edward Borovansky had an enormous influence on the development of ballet in Australia.

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The Father of Australian Ballet - Edouard Borovansky

Edouard Borovansky (1902-1959)

Sometimes known as the ‘father of Australian Ballet’ It’s often said he started the first Australian ballet company – but that’s not quite true… That was Helen Kirosova. Edouard, or Edward Borovansky had an enormous influence on the development of ballet in Australia.

Edouward Borovansky and his wife Xenia first came to Australia from Czechoslovakia in 1929 with Anna Pavlova’s touring company. It was a false start though, as they returned to Europe where Edouard eventually joined the Ballets Russe de Monte Carlo. They returned to Australia in 1938 with the Covent Garden Russian Ballet, and the couple decided to stay as war loomed in Europe.

Starting a small school in Melbourne with Eunice Weston and his wife Xenia teaching – within a year they had enough students to start a small ballet company. The company’s local success eventually attracted financial backing from touring company J C Williams whose support meant the now named Borovansky Australian Ballet Company could present established repertoire, and new choreography by Borovansky himself.

As the company grew, it attracted more Australian dancers. Local stars such as Martin Rubenstein (eventually an RAD Examiner), Kathleen Gorman (later a renowned teacher), Garth Welch, Marilyn Jones (stars of the later formed Australian Ballet Company) were all part of the company.

In 1948 the company folded due to lack of funds – but Borovansky was not deterred. Reestablishing in 1951, a glorious period followed including an appearance from Margot Fonteyn and Michael Somes in 1957, and a string of uniquely Australian choreographic works from Borovansky himself.

Sadly, in 1959 Borovansky died and the Borovansky Ballet passed into the hands of Dame Peggy vaan Praugh for 3 years until JC Williamson disbanded the company in 1961 – not without good reason though. A grant from the Australian Elizabethan Theatre Trust, designed to lead to the establishment of the Australian Ballet Company was received, and as they say – the rest is history!

Ballet for Seniors

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We all know we should exercise – but finding exercise as an older person that fills you with joy is a tough ask at times. That’s where ballet for seniors can help.

Benefits of Ballet Based Exercise for Older Learners

As we age, exercise can feel more difficult to fit into our lives. We think our bodies don’t work quite as well as they used to, the twinges seem more twingier, and those muscles seem a little bit stiffer than they used to…

We all know we should exercise – but finding exercise as an older person that fills you with joy is a tough ask at times.

That’s where ballet can help.

Recent research from The Queensland University of Technology researched ballet classes for seniors and found that participants in ballet classes “experienced higher energy levels, greater flexibility, improved posture, and an enhanced sense of achievement.”

But the advantages aren’t just physical “They also felt happier and enjoyed a sense of community and friendship… ballet participation may contribute to positive outcomes across various health and wellbeing categories and promotes a general feeling of wellbeing.”

Ballet classes can inspire us with the beautiful movement and music and help maintain cognitive function. A study published in Psychology Today found “The holding of the pattern, taking in that information and then getting yourself going with the music, and even remembering what’s the first step” (p. 4) required particular concentration.

Plus there is a social side to learning to dance. A study titled Dancing while Aging found seniors learning ballet “improved their physical and mental wellness, helping them have a more positive experience of age-related changes. Results showed that most women regard ballet as a very social activity”

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to start dancing.

Simply Ballet’s Silver Swans classes are designed especially for older learners. Although targeted at those aged over 55, there is no upper or lower age limit to be a Silver Swan

Ballet classes can help you;

Build friendships and connections
Improve your health and well being
Keep you active
Express your creativity
Move to beautiful music
Get you out of the house

Silver Swans classes run Tuesday morning 10:15-11:30am and we would love you to join us.

Simply book a trial class online here or contact us with your preferred date and your details.

It’s never too late to start improving your wellbeing. Join us for a class now.

Meet the Royal Academy of Dance Silver Swans

Simply Ballet is an RAD registered school located in Magill, South Australia.

Trial Class Information (PS-GD)

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Thank you for booking a trial class at Simply Ballet

You should have received a confirmation email for your booking. (If you can’t find it – please check your spam folder). This will have your class date, time and level. There is also a link to complete any remaining details we might need before your trial class.

Here’s everything you need to know before coming to your trial class

Finding the Studio

Classes are held at King George Hall, 4A Koongarra Court, Magill 5072. There is free parking available onsite. Aim to get to the studio around 5-10 mins before the start of your class if possible. The closet bus stops are Stop 23 – Moules Rd and Stop 24 – Glen Stuart Rd.

Enter through the door closest to the car park, next to the sign. Come through to the dressing room, which is the stage area of the hall – you can wait here if a previous class is still running.

You might want to take a moment to take your child to the toilet before class begins. You can also help them put on their dance shoes (if you have some). When it’s time for class to start, your teacher will come and collect your child from the waiting room. They should take their bag into the dance studio with them.

If your child is nervous or has trouble settling, you may come in to the studio with them to begin. Most children are soon absorbed in the excitement of dancing with their new friends, and you can return to the dressing room to wait.

While your child is in class we can answer any questions you may have, and we can chat through things like Sports Vouchers, Uniform and class options. After class, please come through the studio to collect your child and exit the hall via the side door.

What should my child wear?

If your child already has dancewear, whatever coloured leotard and tights/socks you already have is fine.

If your child doesn’t have any dancewear – wear clothes that will allow their arms and legs to move freely and doesn’t cover their feet such as;

Shorts, Leggings, or footless tights
Fitted T-shirt or singlet
Cotton socks (not synthetic, as they are generally too slippery)

Ballet Shoes are available to purchase at the studio, but cotton socks are perfectly fine for your trial class.

Hair

Hair should be be secured in a way that it will not move during class, especially during bending or turning movements. This applies for both male and female students. A ponytail is usually not sufficient for this so you may want to consider a bun, a braid with the end pinned up, or another style.

If you don’t know how to do a ballet bun, that’s ok – wrap a ponytail around its own elastic a few times and secure with some bobby pins or another elastic.

What if my child cries, runs around, or is nervous?

(Dance To Your Own Tune and above only)

Rest assured, our teachers are trained and experienced in dealing with this. In most instances the teacher will be able to re-engage your child quickly with an exciting activity. We ask that you avoid trying to intervene as it can disrupt other students. If we are not able to settle your child, we will bring them out to you or an assistant with sit quietly with them at the side of the room. Sometimes it can take a week or two for some students to feel comfortable – this is normal for ages 6 and under.

Is there anything else I need to bring?

If your child’s class is 45 minutes or longer, we suggest they have a small water bottle. In hot weather students are required to have their own drink bottle as per our hot weather policy. In 30 minute classes a drink bottle is generally not needed.

COVID, Coughs, and Colds

Simply Ballet is a COVID-safe environment and at times has students in class who may be vulnerable to illness.

Barres are cleaned between each class and hand sanitizer is available in all areas. Please make use of hand sanitizer and wipes as needed. Students are encouraged to wash their hands before and after class and may wear a mask in class if they want.

We ask that you or your child do not attend if you are unwell for any reason. Just get in contact to reschedule your trial class.

We enjoyed the trial class – what do I do now?

That’s great news! Welcome to the family.

Just let us know that you would like to go ahead with classes and we can complete your enrolment from our end. We’ll send you details on how to claim your Sports Voucher for up to $100 towards your fees (if eligible). You can then attend the next available class.

We look forward to having you along to experience Simply Ballet for yourself and if you have any questions in the meantime just contact us.

We look forward to meeting you at the studio soon to start your ballet adventure!

Kind regards,

The Simply Ballet Team

Trial Class Information (OD)

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Thank you for booking a trial class at Simply Ballet

Here’s everything you need to know before coming to your trial class

Finding the Studio

Classes are held at King George Hall, 4A Koongarra Court, Magill 5072. There is free parking available onsite. The closet bus stops are Stop 23 – Moules Rd, and Stop 24 – Glen Stuart Rd.

Aim to get to the studio around 5-10 mins before the start of your class if possible, especially if you need to get changed. There are toilets and changerooms onsite, but no showers.

Enter through the door closest to the car park, next to the sign. Come through to the dressing room, which is the stage area of the hall – you can wait here if a previous class is still running. If you’re feeling a bit nervous, watch our Welcome Video here

When it’s time for class, come down the stairs and into the studio. Bring your bag into the dance studio with you, and don’t forget to silence your phone.

After class, your teacher can answer any quick questions, and we will get in contact in the following few days to see how your trial class went and answer any more questions you may have. After class, please exit the hall via the side door.

What Do I Wear?

There is no official dress code in the Open Division at Simply Ballet – so, wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you already have dancewear, whatever combination and colour of leotard, skirt, tights/socks etc. you already have is fine. Other people prefer gym or yoga wear.

If you don’t have any activewear – wear clothes that will allow your body, arms, and legs to move freely and doesn’t cover your feet such as shorts, leggings, or footless tights. A Fitted T-shirt or singlet is fine, and cotton socks for your feet (not synthetic, as they are generally too slippery)

Ballet Shoes are available to purchase at the studio, but cotton socks are perfectly fine for your trial class.

Hair

If you don’t know how to do a ballet bun, that’s ok – wrap a ponytail around its own elastic a few times and secure with some bobby pins or another elastic.

Is there anything else I need to bring?

If your class is 1 hour or longer, we suggest having a water bottle to drink from. Adults may also like to bring a hand towel if you’re worried about sweat. In hot weather students are required to have their own drink bottle as per our hot weather policy. Filtered water is available onsite.

COVID, Coughs, and Colds

Simply Ballet is a COVID-safe environment and at times has students in class who may be vulnerable to illness.

We ask that you do not attend class if you are unwell for any reason. Just get in contact to reschedule your trial class.

I enjoyed my trial class and want to continue – what do I do now?

That’s great news! Welcome to the family.

Once you’ve decided on your preferred booking option, just let us know by email, text or phone and we can complete your enrolment for you. You can then attend the next available class and keep being inspired as you learn.

If we’ve forgotten anything, or you have any other questions please check the full trial class pack in your email.

We look forward to having you along to experience Simply Ballet for yourself and if you have any questions in the meantime just contact us.

We look forward to meeting you at the studio soon to start your ballet adventure!

Kind regards,

The Simply Ballet Team

Simply Ballet History – The First Swanhilda

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Coppélia (sometimes subtitled The Girl with the Enamel Eyes) is a comic ballet from 1870 originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Léon to the music of Léo Delibes. The love story follows a couple (Franz and Swanhilda) and a magical toymaker (Dr. Coppélius) trying to bring a doll to life (Coppélia). It eventually became the most performed ballet at the Opera.

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The First Swanhilda

Coppélia (sometimes subtitled The Girl with the Enamel Eyes) is a comic ballet from 1870 originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Léon to the music of Léo Delibes. The love story follows a couple (Franz and Swanhilda) and a magical toymaker (Dr. Coppélius) trying to bring a doll to life (Coppélia). It eventually became the most performed ballet at the Opera.

Coppélia premiered on 25 May 1870 at the Paris Opera, with the 16-year-old Giuseppina Bozzacchi in the principal role of Swanhilda and ballerina Eugénie Fiocre playing the part of Frantz en travesti. Modern-day productions are traditionally derived from the revivals staged by Marius Petipa and Enrico Cechetti for the Imperial Ballet of St. Petersburg in the late 19th century.

Australia first encountered Coppélia in 1913 when Adeline Genée, former President of the Royal Academy of Dance, brought the ballet on tour with the Imperial Russian Ballet. In 1946, the Borovansky Ballet (precursor to the current Australian Ballet) staged a version, and in 1958 Sir Robert Helpmann returned to Australia with the Royal Ballet and danced the role of Dr. Coppélius.

Shortly after the founding of the Australian Ballet Company in 1962, then director Dame Peggy Van Praagh created the iconic version the is still in the company’s repertoire today. The full ballet is currently available to view on ABC iView.

Pictured: 16-year-old Giuseppina Bozzacchi, and Dame Peggy Van Praagh as Swanhilda

Simply Ballet History – Vaslav Nijinski

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Vaslav Nijinski was the male star dancer of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes in the early 20th Century. After graduating from the Imperial Ballet school, he was accepted straight into the second company rank at the Imperial Ballet in 1907, but left to join Diaghilev’s revolutionary new Ballets Russes in 1909.

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Vaslav Nijinski

Vaslav Nijinski was the male star dancer of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes in the early 20th Century (More on the Ballets Russes in another post!)

After graduating from the Imperial Ballet school, he was accepted straight into the second company rank at the Imperial Ballet in 1907, but left to join Diaghilev’s revolutionary new Ballets Russes in 1909.

Pictured here in his costume from “The Blue god” (depicting the Hindu god Krishna), Michel Fokine’s choreography was supposed to display the virtuoso dancing of Vaslav Nijinsky, however mainly consisted of a series of poses inspired by Hindu sculpture.

The ballet premiered in 1912, and continued in the company’s repertoire until it was danced during Colonel De Basil’s Original Ballet Russe tour of Australia (1939-1940). In a bizarre twist of fate, a cane basket full of costumes was left behind at a theatre. In the early 1990’s, the National Gallery of Australia purchased the basket unknowingly in a clearance auction, only to discover a treasure trove of authentic early 20th Century Ballets Russes costumes. The pieces have been lovingly restored and are now on display at the National Galley in Canberra, including Nijinski’s ‘Blue god’ costume.

Vasalav Nijinski himself had a sad end to his dancing career. After trying his hand at choreography (not super successfully…) his virtuosity was not enough to repair a falling out with Sergei Diaghilev. He was let go from the company and endeavoured to start his own troupe, however the start of World War 1 forced him to settle in Switzerland. His mental health deteriorated, being diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1919 he was admitted to a mental asylum and never danced in public again.

Simply Educate

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Simply Ballet Dictionary. French Terms for Ballet Class.
When you first start learning ballet it can be a bit confusing because all the steps are named in French.

Check out our online ballet dictionary below to get your head around some of the terms.

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Simply Ballet Dictionary

When you first start learning ballet it can be a bit confusing because all the steps are named in French.

Why? Well for that answer head over to our Ballet History posts here for more info…

In the meantime, check out our online ballet dictionary below to get your head around some of the terms.

A

Assemblé

To gather or bring together

A jump in which the dancer pushed off from one foot, gathering both together in the air before landing on two feet

B

Balancé

Balancé – To Rock or Sway

A lilting step, generally done on a waltz rhythm. Can be done de côté (sideways) en avant (forwards) or en arrière (backwards)

Batterie

Batterie – The act of beating

An action where a dancer embellished a jump by beating or crossing the thighs against one another in a series of rapid movements. Most jumps can be berformed in a simple form, or beaten.

C

Chassé

Chasseé – A chased step

A linking step performed through a demi-plié. Can be used in a variety of ways depending on choreography

D

De côté

De côté – Travelling sideways

Used to describe the direction of any travelling step that moves sideways, either in the air or on the ground. Most dance steps can be taken travelling forward, backwards, or side ways (de côté)

Derrière

Derrière – Behind

The term used to describe the placement of the working leg behind the body, or behind the other leg in a extended or closed position such as 5th

Devant

Devant – In front of

The term used to describe the placement of the working leg infront of the body, either extended or in a closed position such as 5th

E

Échappé

Échappé – To Escape

An action where the dancer begins with the feet in 5th position and quickly moves the legs to an open position. Generally performed to 2nd or 4th, it can be a relevé or a jump

En avant

En avant – Travelling Forwards

Used to describe the direction of any travelling step that moves forwards, either in the air or on the ground. Most dance steps can be taken travelling sideways, backwards, or forwards (en avant)

En arrière

En arrière – Travelling Backwards

Used to describe the direction of any travelling step that moves backwards, either in the air or on the ground. Most dance steps can be taken travelling forward, sideways, or backwards – en arriėre

Épaulement

Épaulement – Use of the shoulders

Derived from the verb épauler, the dancer turns the spine to bring one shoulder forward or back

F

Fondu

Fondu – To Melt

A smoothly coordinated movement, bending and stretching both legs which is helpful for developing strength and control. Positions or steps can also be taken en fondus

G

Glissade

Glissade – Gliding or Sliding

A connecting step often used before a jump. Can be performed in all directions and different characteristics depending on the choreography.

J

Jeté

Jeté – To throw

A jump from one leg which lands on the other. Can be taken in many different forms from Jeté ordinaire (ordinary) to Grand Jeté (big throw).

P

Plié

Plié – To bend

A bending of the knees. Can be done as a demi (half) plié or grand (big or full) plié

Ports de Bras

Ports de Bras – Carriage of the arms

The training and movement of the arms within ballet is generally refered to as Ports de Bras. This could be an individual exercise, or choreographed arm movements with a dance or movement.

R

Relevé

Relevé – To push up

An action of the legs where the dancers begins in demi-plié or en fondu, and with a strong, quick stretch of the legs, arrives on demi-pointe or en pointe.

Rond de Jambe

Rond de Jambe – Circling of the leg

An action where the working leg performs a circular shape, either on the floor or in the air. Performed ‘outwards’ (en dehor), or ‘inwards’ (en dedans) in relation to the standing leg.

T

Tendu

Tendu – To Stretch

An outstretched position or action of the leg.

Sports Vouchers

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Sports Vouchers – Get up to $100 off your fees

Sports Vouchers - Get up to $100 off your child's fees

Simply Ballet is a registered organisation with the SA Government Sports Voucher Program.

The Sports Vouchers Program is a Government of South Australia initiative administered by the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing. The program provides an opportunity for children from Reception to Year 9 to receive up to a $100 discount on their dance fees and uniforms.

For 2024 this means eligible children will have a year of birth from 2009 to 2019.

The Sports Vouchers program does come with some pre-requisites and requirements. We’ve done our best to detail everything in the policy below. If you are unsure, please contact Simply Ballet or the Sports Voucher Program.4

Child Eligibility
– Your child is aged 5 or is becoming 5 in the calendar year the subsidy is being claimed for and is still eligible to attend primary school. This means Reception to Year 9 (inclusive);
– Your child resides in South Australia;
– You can only apply for the subsidy once per calendar year per child. This means if you have already made a claim through another provider (such as swim lessons) you cannot apply through Simply Ballet as well. Your application will be subject to the Sports Voucher Program assessing your claim;
– Your child is required to participate in Simply Ballet activities for 8 weeks or more. For example, you must be enrolled on a term invoice for your claim to become valid.