ODC In-Person Workshops Grace in Motion: Intermediate Pointe/Pre-Pointe Ballet Experience

🩰 11 WEEK SPRING PROGRAM | Intermediate Adult Ballet Class Monday April 20th – July 11th 2026 | 1.5 Hours (Charles & PG County) | Payment Installment Plans Available

Take your technique to the next level with this focused Intermediate Adult Pre-Pointe/Pointe Prep class.

Designed for dedicated dancers ready to deepen their strength and precision, this class builds the essential foundation for safe and successful beginner pointe work.

You’ll develop ankle stability, foot articulation, alignment, and control through targeted exercises that support long-term progress en pointe.

Perfect for serious adult dancers looking to refine their technique and confidently prepare for the transition to pointe shoes.

Class Details:

• Duration: 1 Hour  & 30 min (22 classes)
• Class Type: Intermediate Adult Ballet Pre-Pointe/Pointe
• Attire: Wear whatever you can move around in and what makes you comfortable/confident!
• Location: The OH! Ballet Arts Academy. 12310 Washington Square Waldorf, MD 20601

Class Dates:

• Monday April 20th
• Saturday April 25th
• Monday April 27th
• Saturday May 2nd
• Monday May 4th
• Saturday May 9th
• Monday May 11th
• Saturday May 16th
• (1 Week Break Week of May 17th)
• Monday May 25th
• Saturday May 30th
• Monday June 1st
• Saturday June 6th
• Monday June 8th
• Saturday June 13th
• Monday June 15th
• Saturday June 20th
• Monday June 22nd
• Saturday June 27th
• Monday June 29th
• Saturday July 4th
• Monday July 6th
• Saturday July 11th

🩰 Your Instructor – Selena Makell

The instructor, Selena Makell, primarily studied the Vaganova technique of ballet for 8 years. She had the pleasure of training at The Kirov Academy of Ballet in their Preparatory Program, The OH Ballet Arts Academy, The Washington Ballet School and many summer intensives such as the Joffrey Ballet School, Dance Theatre of Harlem, and Akhmedova Ballet Academy. 

While attending Hampton University she danced for Ebony Fire, the HBCU majorette dance team for all 4 years. She was the captain for 2 years and in a leadership position for 3. While on the team, Selena had performed at the 2020 New Year's Day Parade in Rome, Italy, the 2020 Honda Battle of the Bands, the 2021 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and the Michael B Jordan's Legacy Classic in 2022. She also had the opportunity to represent the team and was featured in Essence Magazine her sophomore year. Read Here