Information about Larissa - Barnsbury instructor

Personal Description::

I am a professional ballet and contemporary dancer from Sydney, Australia.

I began dancing at the age of 11 and fell in love immediately.
Having to catch up to the other dancers in my class blessed me with the very special skill of knowing exactly how to teach older beginners and adults who feel that they are either "behind" or just never had a chance to dance when younger as they wanted!

After training in my hometown, I was invited to study a BA of Fine Arts at the prestigious school of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, NYC… I am now succesfully dancing professionally here in London, UK, with credits including Rambert Dance Company, Joss Arnott Dance, London Fashion Week and various location based installations.

Dance Instruction/Teaching Experience::

10 Years of teaching experience. I specialise in teaching adult beginners.

Teaching Approach::

If you've ever thought about wanting to do a ballet class but are afraid to step into the studio with strangers, or you've been to that first one and felt like the "beginners' level" was not beginners at all, I'm here to help you get over that first hurdle!

Learning ballet can be like learning a new language. My aim is to literally break down everything from the beginning. I'll go through everything from ballet class etiquette to terminology, to teaching you how to work with your own body in the correct way so you can progress to your own personal best!

You do not need ANY experience at all. Through private coaching, I have seen results of improved posture, body confidence, fitness and stamina. We can even set goals to achieve weekly.

Feel free to contact me to have a chat!