The focus of this dance class is on the beautiful and controlled movements of Ballet. The music is of a classical nature using various tempos. Sometimes soft and flowing or bouncy and playful, the students will learn the ballerina basics including body alignment, technique and musicality.

Stage 1 offers ballet classes and examinations in the Cecchetti training method. The Cecchetti method of ballet is an internationally recognized form of teaching ballet which was developed by Maestro Enrico Cecchetti, in Italy. The Cecchetti dancer is trained to move in the purest, most romantic form of ballet, working to achieve the cleanliness of movement as though the Maestro himself were still teaching his classes.