plus size adult ballet workshop sunday 17 nov 3.30pm
plus size adult ballet workshop sunday 17 nov 3.30pm
Hello!
I originally came up with this idea as someone sent me an instagram video of a plus size adult ballet class in the US.
To be clear, 🫶🏼 anyone of any size can join my regular ballet classes. But I have been told by some people they are too self-conscious to come due to their size.
This workshop is for anyone who considers themself to be 'plus size' or if you are self conscious of your weight, and you do not want to attend a 'regular' adult ballet class.
I will also make sure the class is suitable in terms of (as advised by a plus size student) knowing that plus size students can't jump as much or do certain positions as your joints may be strained/you may physically just not be able to do certain positions. These are things I would naturally take into account when teaching ballet anyway :) You are always encouraged to work to the best of your own personal ability and limits.
Initially I said I would not take any photos or videos in this class, however a student advised that she would actually like to take videos of herself at the end of class.
I am more than happy to take a video of anyone who wants to be in the video (and I would share it on my instagram if people are happy for me to). And I will ensure no one is in the background of the video, if they do not want to be in it.
If you have any other questions, feel free to email me at zara@kwanstudio.com.au
Studio location: The Ballroom at The Space, 318 Chapel St, Prahran
When: Sunday 17 November 2024, 3.30-5pm
Cost: $70
What to wear: anything you feel comfortable in that is stretchy, and socks or ballet shoes. Bring a bottle of water and a sweat towel.
Teacher: Zara Lim
Most importantly have fun! And have a laugh! That's the best way to tackle learning something completely new!
Meet your teacher, Zara Lim
I trained full-time at the Australian Ballet School (ABS) under the guidance of Irina Konstantinova, Lisa Pavane, Tang Xiuyun and Wang Jiahong.
During my 4 years at ABS, I had the privilege to perform in Swan Lake Act II, in Leigh Rowles' Nutcracker, Coppélia and in Morning Melodies. I also had the opportunity to extra with the Australian Ballet.
However, instead of completing my studies at ABS, I decided to move into law. I hold a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and Bachelor of Arts (Chinese, French) from La Trobe University. Over a 5-year period, I worked as a commercial litigation and intellectual property lawyer at both global and boutique law firms (K&L Gates and Aptum), and also served as associate to the honourable Associate Justice Efthim at the Supreme Court of Victoria.
In 2021, I came full circle and returned to my first love, ballet. As well as running my own adult ballet classes, I have taught ballet to children at the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet and SCIMM Dance. I have completed my teacher training for junior levels under the Ballet Conservatoire syllabus (Russian Vaganova) and am also a qualified teacher for Progressing Ballet Technique (ballet-specific strength conditioning method). I regularly engage in continuing professional development, and have attended the Royal Ballet School’s Inspire teacher training seminars, as well as teacher training with Runqiao Du.
I am passionate about teaching ballet to adults, and bring well-rounded and varied life experience to my teaching! After many years away from ballet, I have very muchly rekindled my love for ballet, and train multiple times a week myself with Adrian Dimitrievitch and Sakura Shimizu. I find it meditative and believe everybody should be able to participate in ballet!
If you would like to view videos of me dancing so you can see who is going to teach you, as well as footage of the classes, I have plenty at instagram.com/zaramlim.
Terms and conditions for in-studio classes
By participating in a Kwan Studio class, you agree and acknowledge the following terms and conditions:
Dance classes can involve risk of personal injury. While Kwan Studio takes all reasonable care in the conduct of its classes, it accepts no responsibility for injury or loss caused during the classes;
You or your legal guardian are responsible for ensuring that you are physically and medically fit for the class;
During the class you must take care at all times of your own personal safety; and
Students must not attempt a class, or any part of a routine, that is beyond their level of ability.