Youth & Beginner Ballet Specialist
Sophie Laurent
Warm and engaging instructor dedicated to building strong ballet foundations and passion for young dancers.
About
Sophie Laurent
English, French
Beginner Ballet, Alignment, Flexibility
8 years of experience
5/5
(185+)
Paris, France
Sophie Laurent specializes in introductory and intermediate ballet education for adult beginners and young dancers alike.
With a degree in Dance Pedagogy, her structured yet fun curriculum ensures that students master fundamental alignment, foot articulation, and basic turn-out without risk of injury.
Specialties and focus areas
Sophie focuses on beginner placement, flexibility training, basic barre work, and injury prevention.
Her step-by-step guidance builds physical confidence, rhythm, and body awareness for students starting their ballet journey at any age.
About Sophie
Sophie believes ballet should be accessible, joyful, and healthy for every body type.
She takes pride in guiding adult beginners through their first steps and helping young students develop lifelong discipline.
Outside teaching, Sophie conducts flexibility research and writes children’s books about ballet.
Do I need previous ballet experience to join a class?
Not at all! We offer classes tailored for every skill level, including complete beginners. Our Classical Ballet Basics and Ballet Sculpt classes are specifically designed to introduce you to foundational movements in a supportive and welcoming environment.
What should I wear for my first ballet class?
We recommend wearing comfortable, form-fitting athletic clothes (such as leggings and a fitted top) so our instructors can easily check your form. For footwear, soft leather or canvas ballet slippers are preferred, but beginners can start with non-slip socks. Hair should be neatly tied back away from your face.
How do I know if I'm ready for Pointe Work technique?
Pointe work requires substantial foot, ankle, and core strength to prevent injury. Dancers must receive an assessment and approval from one of our senior ballet instructors before joining a Pointe Work Technique class.
Can I book a private one-on-one session with a teacher?
Yes! We offer private sessions for dancers looking for personalized guidance, technique refinement, or audition preparation. You can select the Private option when booking your session or contact us directly to coordinate with your preferred instructor.
Are your classes suitable for all age groups?
Absolutely. We offer dedicated Junior Ballet classes for children aged 5 to 8, as well as a full schedule of adult ballet, contemporary, and fitness classes suitable for teens and adults of all ages.
