This course is designed to enrich the student's understanding of their own physical condition. Students achieve a deeper level of physical preparation for the study of dance. While conditioning and alignment are central to the course barre practices, flexibility and placement exercises and exercises from yoga and Pilates will be taught. Students will set specific individual conditioning, flexibility, and alignment goals.

Pointe technique is an element of classical ballet that concerns pointe work. Through practice and application, students will understand the unique structure of their own bodies and expand their awareness of self and others. While the primary focus is on strengthening individual dance technique and knowledge of traditional and contemporary ballet movements, dynamic alignment, movement efficiency, connectivity, articulation, phrasing, and breath support, students can expect to develop an appreciation for aspects of the ballet aesthetic while considering theoretical aspects related to historical and socio-cultural contexts.