Online Classes with Kristen
Former Birmingham Royal Ballet dancer and lead in West End musical, An American in Paris
International Performer, Teacher, Stager & Rehearsal Director
Royal Ballet School trained Dancer & accredited Teacher
Kristen McGarrity RBS PDTC Dip. , BSc (Hons) Psychology , MBPsS
From the comfort of your own home…
Whether you are a ballet beginner, professional or want that morning feel good vibe with the energise meditative stretch class, it’s easy to book into a single class or a course of 4 classes for less. Just click on the button above or below to get booking and I’ll see you very soon in the online studio!
Every Monday 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult Beginner’s Ballet
Whether you are brand new to port de bras and pliés or you currently take adult ballet and want a clear, steady paced fun class, you are welcome! I will help you build the foundations of a classical technique in the structure of a traditional ballet class starting with barre work then moving into centre practice. In a warm and friendly environment you will learn and progress your ballet vocabulary whilst gaining strength, muscle tone and increasing your flexibility. Feel the joy and freedom of moving to music! Click here for more info.
Every Tuesday 10:45am - 12:00pm
Holistic Pro Ballet
Welcoming all professional dancers to a holistic class that focuses on connectedness and the increase of focus and flow in your practice. I aim to facilitate a safe and open space for you to hone your craft in the way you want, knowing your body best, whilst providing you with a well structured ‘at home’ class and a second pair of eyes to offer constructive guidance and support. The emphasis is on nurturing both body and mind to optimise your training and experience as a dancer. Click here for more info.
Every Monday & Friday 08:00am - 08:45am
Energising Meditative Stretch
I practice mindfulness and meditation daily and am an accredited teacher. I use this alongside my study of psychology & experience as a professional dancer to offer classes that incorporate breath work and visualisation, helping you to rebalance and focus your attention. We will use moments of stillness and meditative movement that take us into gentle stretches, easing muscle tension and stiffness, and improving flexibility. Get your day off to a light and energised start with valuable you time! Click here for more info.
“Kristen is an incredibly generous and knowledgable teacher. Her classes are well structured which enables you to work to your full potential and her feedback is insightful yet warm. She has the ability to push you to your limits whilst creating a comfortable and safe space for you to work without boundaries.”
Evan Loudon, Principal Dancer with Scottish Ballet
“Never mind an admirable bank of experience..and advice worth its weight in gold, it seems to me, Kristen’s objective has always been in guiding an individual to their own optimum through the essentiality of body and mind harmony. From encouraging and promoting the dancer’s voice, the capacity of visualisation and the importance of simply being kind to oneself, Kristen’s lessons, her words, her entire persona, is one that echoes throughout your life. Her ability to guide with vulnerability and honesty as an equal has left an echoing impression on my own experience, and despite all my efforts, I could never truly articulate my gratitude towards her.”
Hannah Nash,
Dancer with Ballet NdB
Former Birmingham Royal Ballet Dancer
International Stager and Rehearsal Director
An American in Paris, Lise Dassin - Original West End Cast , Asia & Paris Tours