Barre & Stretch

Registered Programs

Transform your training with progressive programming. To book email bookings@ywcavan.org to set up your account. Next, download our YWCA Health + Fitness Centre mobile app on the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Register under Activities/Programs.

24 hours notice required for cancellations or the program will be charged in full. Read our Registration Policy for more information on account credits for cancellations outside the 24 hours. 

Beginner Adult Ballet

Perfect for brand new dancers or those returning after time away. Focus on foundational technique, terminology, posture, and building confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

A gentle, structured introduction that sets dancers up for success in Level 2.

Socks or ballet slippers recommended.

Schedule
Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 AM
March 4th to 25th

Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 PM
March 5th to 26th
Instructor
Suzy
Location
Studio 2
Fee
4 classes
Member $80 / Non-member $112

Elementary Adult Ballet

For adults building on Level 1 and ready to expand their movement vocabulary, coordination and foundational technique. 

Schedule
Thursdays 8:15 - 9:15PM
March 5th to 26th
Instructor
Suzy
Location
Studio 2
Pre-requisite
1-2 years of recent ballet training as an adult.
Fee
4 classes
Member $80 /Non-member $112

Get Fit

Increase strength, power and flexibility for the ability to lift heavier weights, move faster and reach further. Build your best body with a challenging sequence of cardio, muscle conditioning and core training.

Please note, each class starts in the Cycle Studio and finishes in Studio 1. 

Schedule
Saturdays 11:15AM - 12:30PM
March 14th to April 25th (no class April 4th)
Instructor
Alesya
Location
Studio 1
Fee
6 classes
Member $156 | Non-Member $204

Pre-Pointe

Targeted strength and technique for dancers preparing for pointe, or wanting to deepen foundational strength. Pointe shoes not required, but welcome once approved by Suzy.

This class is also open to beginners who want to build strength and stability in their ankles and feet within a supportive, progressive environment.

Schedule
Thursdays 7:30 - 8:00PM
March 5th to 26th
Instructor
Suzy
Location
Studio 2
Pre-requisite
Current enrollment in either Beginner or Elementary Ballet. This class is an add-on to technique classes.
Fee
4 classes $48
Trainers
Alesya

Alesya Bogaevskaya, Ph.D. (she/her)

Alesya Bogaevskaya, Ph.D., is an ACE-certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Can-Fit-Pro member and a Registered Yoga Teacher. Alesya started her fitness career in Russia as an aerobics instructor and ballroom dance teacher while working in academia. Later, during her doctoral
Areas of Expertise
  • Functional fitness for sport and recreation
  • Strength training and weight management/fat loss
  • Body Composition Analysis (Muscle/Fat %, Basic Metabolic Rate) 
  • Sculpting and toning
  • ACE Therapeutic Exercise Specialist: exercise programs to improve the health of adults with cardiovascular disease...
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Suzy Kaitman

Suzy Kaitman (she/her)

Suzy is an award-winning fitness professional, dance educator, and founder of Ballet Lounge® and the nationally recognized Ballet Fit® program. With more than 20 years of experience, she specializes in helping adults build strength, posture, confidence, and a joyful connection to movement. Her
Areas of Expertise
  • Adult Ballet Training (Beginner to Advanced Beginner)
  • Ballet-Based Strength & Conditioning
  • Functional Fitness & Movement Mechanics
  • Posture, Alignment & Core Stability
  • Injury Prevention & Mobility Training
  • Pre/Post-Natal Fitness (Fit 4 Two Certified)
  • Flexibility, Balance & Grace Training
  • Str...
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