Join Ballet Fitness class for balance and strength

Ballet Fitness and the instructor Mel Lockett welcome anyone who wants to improve their balance and strength by dancing the ballet every Saturday in Clubhouse6upstairs,at1:30p.m. Ballet is the foundation of most dances, and Lockett’s routines are simple, precise and elegant. He starts the class with a warm up of the upper body in a port de bras which technique, whch means carriage of the arms in French. Danced to the musical piece bolero, his movements are graceful and harmonious. Port de bras does not just involve the poses of the arms but also the transitionalmovementsbetween the poses including the head, the body, and epaulement—a shoulder movement.

Ballet slippers, soft booties or socks are recomended. Another workout routine fun, fit and fab follows the class starting at 2:45 p.m. Gym shoes and a mat are required. Both classes’ goal is to improve posture, coordination, flexibility, and strength. Everyone is welcome.

For more information, call 562-252-9676.