Senior Swans Ballet for 45+ | Jazz Time Invercargill

💃 Senior Swans® Ballet - Rediscover the grace and elegance of ballet in a welcoming environment designed specifically for adults aged 45 and over. This Level 3 class is perfect for those with good mobility who are confident in their physical abilities.

Whether you're returning to ballet after childhood lessons or trying it for the first time, this class offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your balance and stability. As they say, "Use it or Lose it!"

• Location: Jazz Time, 44 Mersey Street, West Invercargill
• Cost: $70 for a concession of 10 classes (first class FREE!)
• Instructor: Lou Horo
• Contact: 027 217 7985 or paul.lou.horo@gmail.com

Benefits of Ballet for Mature Adults 🩰

Ballet isn't just for the young—it offers tremendous benefits for adults in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. This graceful art form provides a comprehensive workout that improves multiple aspects of physical and mental wellbeing.

Senior ballet classes are specifically tailored to mature bodies while maintaining the essence of classical ballet. The movements are adapted to be accessible yet challenging enough to promote growth and development.

• Improved Balance: Ballet's focus on controlled movements and proper alignment helps prevent falls—a crucial benefit as we age.
• Enhanced Flexibility: Regular stretching in ballet class helps maintain and improve joint mobility.
• Better Posture: Ballet training emphasizes proper alignment, helping to correct posture issues that often develop over time.
• Mental Stimulation: Learning choreography and remembering sequences provides excellent cognitive exercise.
• Social Connection: Join a supportive community of like-minded adults who share your interest in movement and expression.

No special equipment is needed to start—just comfortable clothing that allows free movement and soft ballet slippers or socks. The class atmosphere is supportive and non-competitive, focusing on personal progress rather than perfection.

✨ Come experience the joy of movement in a class that celebrates the mature dancer. Remember, your first class is free, making it the perfect opportunity to try something new with no obligation!