Private coaching and audition preparation

Please contact me at louisefrancesbennett@gmail.com if you are interested in private coaching in ballet technique and/or audition preparation. 

I work with dancers to improve the foundations of their technique and to learn how to apply a handful of straightforward principles throughout class, rehearsals and performances.  I focus on correct placement and use of turnout, deepening dancers' understanding of their own technique alongside working on their development as an artist and individual.

Photo by Eric Richmond

Photo by Eric Richmond

Dancers work with me to prepare their classwork and solos for auditions; I also coach dancers through filming audition videos and taking audition pictures.  I experienced the highs and lows of the audition process as a dancer and completely understand the stress and pressure associated with it; my aim is to build dancers' confidence and help them show themselves to potential employers/schools at the highest possible standard.

If you are not a professional dancer and would like to learn more about ballet technique or work on particular steps please do contact me to book a session.  I have been teaching people with varied levels of dance experience for many years and very much enjoy working together to help them achieve this new set of skills.  

Please contact me at louisefrancesbennett@gmail.com for rates and more information.

Rachel Louisa Maybank: Photo by Alice Williamson (designedbyalice.co.uk)

Rachel Louisa Maybank: Photo by Alice Williamson (designedbyalice.co.uk)

'Coaching with Louise gives you the opportunity to fine tune some of the simplest and often most important technical aspects of ballet. Her eye for detail is unrivalled.' - Alexander Nuttall

'When filming my audition video Louise made me feel calm and confident. She helped set exercises that suited me and showed a good variety of styles. She corrected me on the exercises and pushed me until we were both happy with the footage. Having Louise there made a usually stressful situation really enjoyable!' - Lowri Shone