ADULT CLASSES

Intended for dancers with little or no previous experience, this class introduces the fundamentals of ballet technique and vocabulary in a welcoming environment. No experience is necessary.

Intended for dancers of all abilities and levels for ongoing training in a slower-paced environment. This class progressively builds foundational ballet technique that expands throughout the season. All levels welcome - new dancers, dancers with some experience, and experienced dancers getting back into training.

Intended for dancers who feel comfortable in the beginning class and are ready to work at a somewhat faster pace. This class incorporates longer combinations and focuses on increased strength, coordination, and dynamic range.  New and more advanced steps and enchaînments are introduced, building technical understanding over the season. 

intended for dancers with a solid understanding of barre and center vocabulary, including jumps, adagio, turns, and traveling combinations. This class moves at a faster pace with more challenging sequences. Instructors may not break down all combinations. Moderate level of experience / at least three years of ballet training advised.

Intended for dancers with technical proficiency or mastery and the ability to learn combinations quickly and with ease. This professionally paced class is an excellent environment to expand artistry and technical skills.

*Enroll your dancer (Ages 3-5) in the Dance & Doodle Morning Club, and join us for a drop-in Mat Pilates class.

Discover the core principles that power every dancer - strength, flexibility, and control. Our all levels mat Pilates class welcomes dancers and non dancers, and is designed to build lean muscles, improve posture, and increase flexibility in a supportive environment. No prior experience is necessary, please bring an exercise mat to use in class.  

Instructor: Laura Thomas 

Laura is a Certified Comprehensive Pilates Instructor, who started her foundational training at Blue Moon Pilates in Orange County, where she obtained her Comprehensive Certification from Balanced Body. 

She has expanded her expertise in Classical Pilates through private mentorship with Nicole Martin at Ritual Pilates in San Diego, and through workshops with Daniela Escobar at Westwood Pilates in Los Angeles. Most recently, Laura has begun training with faculty members of Vintage Pilates in Los Angeles. 

Laura grew up as a competitive dancer, and as an adult was drawn to Pilates due to the familiarity of how she conditioned when she was dancing. When dancing competitively Laura was drawn specifically to Jazz and Tap, and even participated in the Rockette Summer Intensive in New York. Laura has much affection and appreciation for the arts, and believes that Ballet is fundamental in any dance pursuit. Laura is excited to be offering Pilates at Boulder Ballet, and plans to strengthen dancers and non-dancers in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.