Why private lessons ?
Especially when starting ballet late, catching up on technique and the art of ballet with private classes accelerates learning, concentrates efforts, and brings about rapid improvement.
Once students fit into group classes at a reputable school, regular learning and fitness develop and the student can enjoy ballet for many years. Above photo : adult student recovering flexibility necessary for ease of movement.
Private classes are also useful to improve alignment.
Students find that the often subtle placement of the body into a changed relationship with balance can improve efficiency, decrease wear-use stresses, and fatigue, and make higher technique possible.
Above photo : Daniel Powers started ballet with Virginia, and danced with The Cinncinnatti Ballet.