Classical
Pas de Deux
Mayara Magri &
Matthew Ball
A complete guide on how to
master partnering in ballet.
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12 Lessons
Over 1 hour of full Masterclass
Personal Coaching
Private Feedback from Daniil Simkin
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About this class
Partnering is one of the most exciting aspects of classical ballet, but it’s also one of the hardest to master. The coordination alone can take years to understand but the nuances of pas de deux can be even more challenging. This is where we want to help!
In this class, Mayara and Matthew share everything they know about partnering to help you grow your skills and technique. From effectively communicating with a partner all the way to exciting turns and lifts, you will learn the fundamentals of how to become the best partner you can be.
You will learn practical ways to grow your strength, skills and overall confidence with specific exercises for how to practice ballet’s most iconic turns and lifts with a partner. Not sure where to start? Mayara and Matthew guide you through every step of the way.
Lessons
included in this class
1. Introduction to Classical Pas de Deux
Mayara and Matthew answer the questions: “What is a classical pas de deux?,” “How is it structured?,” and “What are the skills you need to become a good partner?”
2. Partner Communication
Learn useful tips for how to communicate with your partner with respect, consideration, and candor both verbally and physically.
3. Hand Grips
Discover the crucial elements of 5 common hand grips in classical pas de deux. Learn the basics of how to create a strong and stable connection to your partner in any movement.
4. Point of Balance
Learn 3 key principles of balance and how to practice them with simple exercises inspired by famous ballets.
5. Promenades
Mayara and Matthew break down the steps for how to accurately complete 4 different types of partnered promenades.
6. Pirouettes
Learn how to confidently turn your pirouettes by focusing on 3 basic elements of any partnered turn. At the end, Mayara and Matthew share their personal advice for how you can accomplish multiple turns with a partner.
7. Finger Turns & Whip Turns
Discover the mechanics behind 2 of the most iconic turns in classical pas de deux.
8. Strength Building Exercises for Lifts
Build your strength with simple but effective exercises that can be done from almost anywhere.
9. Assisted Jumps
Mayara and Matthew teach the grip, timing and coordination for various partnered jumps.
10. Shoulder Sit
Learn how to safely and efficiently get into and out of a shoulder sit position with a partner.
11. Fish Dive
Gain the skills and knowledge for how to confidently get into and out of a fish dive with any partner.
12. Press Lifts
Learn how to develop the skills and coordination for 3 different types of press lifts.
13. Advanced Ballet Lifts
Mayara and Matthew break down the mechanics, timing and force of 3 advanced level lifts.
14. Don Quixote Pas de Deux Performance
Watch Mayara and Matthew perform essential elements of classical partnering in one of the most famous pas de deuxs of all time.
Teacher
Mayara Magri
Principal at The Royal Ballet London
Brazilian-born, Mayara started her dance journey early having earned a ballet scholarship at age 8. By age 16, she had gone on to win major awards and quickly rose to prominence at the Royal Ballet in the UK, dazzling audiences in various productions.
Teacher
Matthew Ball
Principal at The Royal Ballet London
Originally from Liverpool, Matthew rapidly ascended to Principal Dancer at The Royal Ballet by 2018. In addition to partnering with international ballet stars, he has branched into choreography, fashion, and film, earning critical acclaim and awards along his journey.
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Classical
Pas de Deux
Mayara Magri & Matthew Ball
A complete guide on how to master partnering in ballet.
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14 Lessons
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Lessons
included in this class
1. Introduction to Classical Pas de Deux
Mayara and Matthew answer the questions: “What is a classical pas de deux?,” “How is it structured?,” and “What are the skills you need to become a good partner?”
2. Partner Communication
Learn useful tips for how to communicate with your partner with respect, consideration, and candor both verbally and physically.
3. Hand Grips
Discover the crucial elements of 5 common hand grips in classical pas de deux. Learn the basics of how to create a strong and stable connection to your partner in any movement.
4. Point of Balance
Learn 3 key principles of balance and how to practice them with simple exercises inspired by famous ballets.
5. Promenades
Mayara and Matthew break down the steps for how to accurately complete 4 different types of partnered promenades.
6. Pirouettes
Learn how to confidently turn your pirouettes by focusing on 3 basic elements of any partnered turn. At the end, Mayara and Matthew share their personal advice for how you can accomplish multiple turns with a partner.
7. Finger Turns & Whip Turns
Discover the mechanics behind 2 of the most iconic turns in classical pas de deux.
8. Strength Building Exercises for Lifts
Build your strength with simple but effective exercises that can be done from almost anywhere.
9. Assisted Jumps
Mayara and Matthew teach the grip, timing and coordination for various partnered jumps.
10. Shoulder Sit
Learn how to safely and efficiently get into and out of a shoulder sit position with a partner.
11. Fish Dive
Gain the skills and knowledge for how to confidently get into and out of a fish dive with any partner.
12. Press Lifts
Learn how to develop the skills and coordination for 3 different types of press lifts.
13. Advanced Ballet Lifts
Mayara and Matthew break down the mechanics, timing and force of 3 advanced level lifts.
14. Don Quixote Pas de Deux Performance
Watch Mayara and Matthew perform essential elements of classical partnering in one of the most famous pas de deuxs of all time.
About this class
Partnering is one of the most exciting aspects of classical ballet, but it’s also one of the hardest to master. The coordination alone can take years to understand but the nuances of pas de deux can be even more challenging. This is where we want to help!
In this class, Mayara and Matthew share everything they know about partnering to help you grow your skills and technique. From effectively communicating with a partner all the way to exciting turns and lifts, you will learn the fundamentals of how to become the best partner you can be.
You will learn practical ways to grow your strength, skills and overall confidence with specific exercises for how to practice ballet’s most iconic turns and lifts with a partner. Not sure where to start? Mayara and Matthew guide you through every step of the way.
Mayara Magri
Principal at The Royal Ballet London
Brazilian-born, Mayara started her dance journey early having earned a ballet scholarship at age 8. By age 16, she had gone on to win major awards and quickly rose to prominence at the Royal Ballet in the UK, dazzling audiences in various productions.
Matthew Ball
Principal at The Royal Ballet London
Originally from Liverpool, Matthew rapidly ascended to Principal Dancer at The Royal Ballet by 2018. In addition to partnering with international ballet stars, he has branched into choreography, fashion, and film, earning critical acclaim and awards along his journey.
What is included
in a membership?
Get Started
✔️ Unlimited Access (100+ Lessons)
✔️ Instructional workbooks for every class
✔️ Mobile App for iPhone or Android
✔️ New classes added every month
✔️ 14-Day money back guarantee
