Introduction to Intermediate Foundation

At the end of the course participants should understand the: 

• Aims of the syllabi 
• Learning outcomes and assessment criteria 
• Choreographic content 
• Guidelines on how to further develop technique, artistry, musicality and creativity in students in relation to the content of the examination 
• Teaching methods appropriate for the delivery of these syllabi 
• Advice on preparation and procedures 

Content outline/draft schedule: 

The course is one and a half days long, and can be run as part of a three day course with the Introduction to Intermediate syllabi teachers’ course or as a stand-alone 1.5 day course. 

The course would run as follows:

Day one 

• Morning – three hours including 15 minute tea break 
• Lunch break one hour 
• Afternoon – three hours including 15 minute tea break 

Day Two 

• Morning – three hours including 15 minute tea break 
• The content will include: 
• Study of each exercise and enchaînement 
• Discussion relating to the construction of free enchaînement 
• Study of development exercises in preparation for variations. 

Optional/Recommended Preparation: 

It is recommended that participants bring with them a copy of the Foundations of Classical Ballet Technique and Progressions of Classical Ballet Technique publications, available from RAD Canada Shop. 

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