PONTE
A course that uses the essential elements of classical ballet barre work and incorporates the fundamentals of contemporary dance techniques, emphasizing spinal alignment, connection with the breath, and body awareness.
PONTE is a structure built to connect two points that would otherwise be inaccessible, allowing passage over obstacles and facilitating communication between them.
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Objectives:
To integrate the fundamentals of classical ballet and contemporary dance to enhance technical and performance skills;
To promote body alignment, muscle activation, and motor coordination;
To enable more precise, fluid, and effective movement, while recognizing each individual’s uniqueness.
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Benefits of the practice:
Integration of techniques: combines the strength of ballet with the fluidity of contemporary dance;
Posture: contributes to proper alignment and muscle activation;
Body awareness: allows for greater spinal mobility and the exploration of a wider range of movements;
Breathing: contributes to better performance and efficient use of energy;
Motor coordination: promotes the execution of movements with greater quality and precision.
Course Structure:
Barre: integrates the essential elements of classical ballet barre work with the fundamentals of contemporary dance techniques;
Center: applies the knowledge gained at the barre, focusing on spinal alignment, connection with the breath, and energy flow;
Improvisation Tools: challenges participants to integrate the technical and artistic aspects, with a focus on individuality.
For whom:
Dancers, teachers, and practitioners of classical and contemporary dance who wish to benefit from an integrated approach that improves technique and body awareness.
Workshop PONTE | Brasil
In August 2025, the Centro de Dança Mariana Alves hosted the PONTE Workshop. Check out some highlights in this video!
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I participate or bring PONTE to my institution?
You can contact me directly by clicking the WhatsApp button below. If you prefer, you can use the form on the Contact page or send an email to the address listed in the footer.
Is PONTE only for contemporary dancers?
No. The program stems from a dialogue between classical ballet and contemporary dance, and is especially useful for those who wish to integrate both forms of expression.
Is PONTE a dance technique, a teaching method…?
It is an approach to classical ballet that incorporates principles from contemporary dance techniques such as Release Technique and Humphrey-Limón, emphasizing body awareness, breathing, and the quality of movement.
Can PONTE be used in schools and conservatories?
Yes. This approach can be implemented in regular classes, workshops, master classes, and educational projects at schools, conservatories, and dance companies.
Do I need to have ballet experience to participate?
Yes, prior knowledge of classical ballet is recommended, since the approach builds on that vocabulary to expand your possibilities through contemporary dance. Being familiar with the technique will allow you to get the most out of the experience.
Do you have any questions? Let's talk
If you’d like to learn more about the approach, how the classes work, and how they’re organized—or if you have any other questions—please contact me directly on WhatsApp. I’d be happy to answer your questions and help you find the best option for your journey.
