This Midwest School of Ballet (MWSB) class is for students who want to refresh previously learned ballet vocabulary, already have some experience and are comfortable moving beyond an intro level, alongside other adults and teens. You will have completed an intro to ballet course or you just want to hang out in balle 1 longer. This class is open to students ages 14 plus who enroll with an adult learner/parent. Ballet classes are a great way to gain strength and flexibility, improve posture and balance, and reduce stress in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Midwest School of Ballet’s experienced instructors provide a traditional ballet format of barre and center work while emphasizing proper alignment, technique, musicality, and artistry. If you have any questions about what class to sign up for just email us and we can help. The most important thing is for all students to be doing ballet safely. midwestballetmn@gmail.com Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Improve your fitness, strength, and flexibility with adult ballet in a fun, supportive, and community-focused setting—no tutu required! Whether you're brand new, returning after a break, or looking for a local alternative to city studios with city parking, we have a class for you! With multiple levels and schedules, our professionally trained instructors help you build technique, prevent injury, and enjoy the many physical and mental benefits of ballet. You will also get the opportunity to build community and friendships in a healthy and welcoming environment. Ballet 2 Specifics: This intermediate-level class is perfect for dancers with experience in both barre and basic center work (such as balancé, pas de bourrée, piqué, basic pirouettes, and small jumps). You will have completed Ballet 1 to take this class. Build on your foundation with more complex steps, varied arm positions, and challenging combinations designed to improve strength, coordination, and artistry. Receive personal corrections to help you improve your technique and prevent injury. Ideal for adults and teens returning to ballet or looking to refine skills in a supportive, noncompetitive environment. Join in person, online via Zoom, or mix and match! Questions? Contact the instructor at kabirkner2020@gmail.com. Why take ballet? Here are some of our favorite benefits: Increased balance, strength, mobility, coordination, and flexibility Improve cardio, core strength and posture/alignment Reduce risk of Alzheimer's and dementia Stress reduction Injury and pain prevention “Putting your hand on the barre makes the rest of the world melt away”, also known as escape and you time! Perfect for helping you keep an active (and social) lifestyle! Kaethe Birkner: Kaethe is a professional ballet dancer and certified Pilates instructor through Balanced Body, with ten years of experience teaching ballet, Pilates, and stretching classes, and eight years of personal training. Her passion for ballet began at age two, followed by a love for Pilates during her ballet training. Kaethe integrates her expertise in ballet, Pilates, and physical therapy into her teaching, focusing on proper technique, injury prevention, and alignment. She tailors each class to the individual and group needs of her students, emphasizing hands-on corrections to engage both major and minor muscles. Kaethe aims to provide fun, full-body workouts that prioritize technique and safety. This is a hybrid class so you can attend in person or join online via Zoom or a mixture of both. Meet Kaethe here: Kaethe Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

This class is for students who want to refresh previously learned ballet vocabulary, already have some experience and are comfortable moving beyond an intro level, alongside other adults and teens. You will have completed a Ballet 1 class. Ballet classes are a great way to gain strength and flexibility, improve posture and balance, and reduce stress in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Midwest School of Ballet’s experienced instructors provide a traditional ballet format of barre and center work while emphasizing proper alignment, technique, musicality, and artistry. If you have any questions about what class to sign up for just email us and we can help. The most important thing is for all students to be doing ballet safely. midwestballetmn@gmail.com Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952

Combat a declining metabolism and stiff joints! In class you will lift, press, pull, squat, and lunge into a stronger you. We will use weights, bands, balls and our bodies to build muscle, stamina, and balance. And friendships, we build those too. Please note the start for this class has been moved to 9/8 and 12/22 and 12/29 have been removed, hence the price difference from the catalog. Meet Catherine here: Catherine ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Email: communityed@edinaschools.orgPhone: (952) 848-3952