Discover the connection between classical and neoclassical partnering in this short intro from the masters. At the end, you’ll get an overview of what you can expect to learn in this class.

Learn 5 key rules of classical ballet and how they apply to partnering. Discover how you can play with these rules for neoclassical styles and explore new ways of moving with a partner.

Matthew and Mayara teach an additional 3 clear ways to bend the rules of ballet to grow your neoclassical partnering skills.

Matthew and Mayara demonstrate various grips for lifts and turns in neoclassical partnering. Learn what you can do to adjust your grips and create strong, impactful shapes in your dancing.

Learn 2 techniques to practice sharing weight right away. Matthew and Mayara teach you how to use counterbalance and switch roles within the partnership to create more dynamic movements.

Learn how to easily choreograph a dance with 3 key concepts shared in this lesson. Matthew and Mayara teach you how to create shapes, use hand gestures and find inspiration in everyday moves.

Matthew and Mayara perform an excerpt from Matthew’s original choreogragraphic piece, “(Re)Current.” Analyze their dancing to find the moments where they use the concepts learned in this class.