Class : Classical Ballet

Biography

Born and raised in Athens, Greece, Nefeli began training in Classical Ballet at the age of five before expanding into a wide range of dance disciplines, including Contemporary Dance, Modern Dance, and Jazz. After moving to the UK, she continued her training with a variety of renowned instructors and furthered her professional ballet education at Ballet West. Driven by a growing interest in contemporary movement practices, Nefeli later trained as a scholar at the Greek National School of Dance (KSOT), where she received professional training with a strong focus on Contemporary Dance and Graham Technique and choreography. Alongside performing in dance projects across both Greece and the UK, Nefeli has taught Ballet, Contemporary, Graham Technique, and Jazz to a wide range of ages and abilities, from young children to teenagers and adults. She continues to explore and enjoy every aspect of movement and performance, and her classes aim to create a welcoming and encouraging environment where dancers can build confidence, musicality, coordination, and a love  for ballet.

Class Description

This beginner ballet class welcomes anyone who is new to ballet, returning to dance, or looking to strengthen the

foundations of their technique in a supportive and encouraging environment. The class focuses on developing posture, coordination, musicality, strength, and confidence through a clear and mindful introduction to ballet vocabulary and movement principles. Each class includes barre and centre work, beginning with the fundamental positions and exercises that help improve alignment, mobility, and body awareness. The class gradually progresses into simple traveling steps and combinations, encouraging dancers to connect movement with rhythm, expression, and musicality. With an emphasis on enjoyment and accessibility, the class creates a welcoming atmosphere where natural movement and individuality are encouraged alongside technical development. Suitable for all levels of fitness, it aims to make ballet approachable, rewarding, and enjoyable for everyone