OPEN BALLET CLASS General/Intermediate level. Not suitable for beginners.

Where Style Meets Authenticity Take your dancing to the next level with globally experienced instructor Kim Amundsen! This General/Intermediate class (15+) is perfect if you’re ready to challenge your technique and bring more artistry to your movement

Our class weaves together diverse styles and influences with a personal, authentic movement approach to create a challenging yet holistic experience. In an exploratory atmosphere, we’ll develop greater awareness of muscle memory while delving into the powerful connection between physicality and mind.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

• Unique blend of Vaganova precision, Balanchine speed, and varied movement influences

• Longer, connected exercises structured around changing themes – focusing on organic, healthy full-body movement with focused yet free-flowing energy

• Dynamic coordination that harmonizes legs and upper body through contractions, releases, and twists

• Enhanced awareness of rhythm, breath, and how movement flows through your entire system

• LIVE MUSIC at every session, curated by Sven Blazyca @sblazyca

CLASS STRUCTURE

Rooted in Vaganova methodology, we add isolations and weight shifts to release tension. Moving beyond traditional frontal teaching, we foster a collaborative space where we learn and explore together, identifying automatic movement patterns and discovering new ways of moving.

BIOGRAPHY

Kim Amundsen is a distinguished dance educator and performer with over twelve years of experience shaping the next generation of artists within Higher Education. Originally from Bodø, Norway, Kim’s technical foundation was forged at the Oslo National Academy of Dance and the Heinz-Bosl-Stiftung Ballet Academy (University of Music and Performing Arts Munich). His professional career spans prestigious global stages, with credits including the Bavarian State Ballet, Wayne Sleep’s World of Classical Ballet, Random Dance, and Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures. A master of both form and function, Kim possesses deep expertise in Classical Ballet (Vaganova and RAD) and the Boris Kniaseff Floor Barre method. Currently a Lecturer and Personal Tutor at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, he delivers rigorous curricula across Foundation to Postgraduate levels, blending technical precision with critical inquiry. Beyond his work at Trinity Laban, Kim is a vital member of the faculty at the Acosta Advanced Training Hub, where he mentors elite talent in Kniaseff Floor Barre and Classical Ballet technique. Recognised for his ability to foster disciplined yet explorative learning environments, Kim remains a highly sought-after mentor dedicated to the artistic and technical evolution of dancers.