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Get inspired by the memories from the brave, courageous, and beautiful dancers from IABF 2022 and 2023
IABF 2023 Memories
Hyatt Regency, Downtown Miami
Highlights and Memories
Showcase Performance
Enjoy the video below of our amazing solos, group pieces, duets, and incredible dancing. Many of the duets and group dances were learned remotely and staged during the festival in Miami. Dancers choreographed their own pieces, worked with their local ballet teachers to put on an incredible display of dancing, technique, humanity, and connection.
Note: Skip to a specific video using the “Grid” icon in the lower right corner of the video player.
Competition Division
Dance competitions are an amazing tool for improvement. Typically this opportunity is reserved for children, but now you have the chance to compete as an adult.
Dancers have the opportunity to prepare a piece to their highest level, receive feedback from judges, and win amazing prizes!
Dancers have the opportunity to prepare a piece to their highest level, receive feedback from judges, and win amazing prizes!
Awards Banquet
Prizes included gift cards, private lessons, DanceBuddy massage kit, custom ballet costume, ballet clothes, and more.
Competition Judges
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Michael Cusumano
JUDGE
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Cindy Heen
JUDGE
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Ashley Bishop
JUDGE
Showcase Group Pieces
We performed two group pieces together in the final showcase. Sleeping Beauty Entrance of the Fairies en Pointe and original choreography with live musicians set to Flower Duet.
3 months before IABF, dancers received video of the different levels of choreography within each piece and selected if they wanted to join and which part they wanted to learn.
In the months leading up to IABF, dancers rehearsed on Zoom every Sunday and learned from recorded instruction and follow-along videos to learn their individual choreography.
During IABF, we rehearsed each piece to learn where to stand and how to create the formations on stage.
Sleeping Beauty Entrance of the Fairies
Flower Duet Finale
Faculty
Julie Gill
IABF Founder
Bianca Starr
Ballet, Beginner Jumps & Turns
Allie Christensen
Turnout, extensions, core, flexibility
Madame Olga
Special Master Class
Dr. Nina Geromel
Pre-pointe, Physical Therapy, Mobility
Sean Kelly
Ballet, Theater Jazz, Pas de Deux
Intensive Itinerary
Enjoy a well-rounded schedule of classes, activities, and special guests to support, challenge, and inspire dancers from all walks of life.
Choose your adventure!
The whole IABF itinerary is designed to help you follow your interests.
As adults learning ballet, our interests vary widely and the IABF schedule will help you enjoy your ballet journey.
If jumps and turns aren’t your thing, work on your feet and extensions! Tired in the afternoon? Relax with photoshoots sessions or a breakout sessions.
IABF is your oyster! Plan your days in advance, or let the whims of the week carry you from class to class.
You are also invited to pace your energy. Relax and enjoy the pool, and Miami. Don't be shy about wanting to relax throughout the trip and miss classes. Let's make it to Thursday with the energy to enjoy the show!
Classes & Breakout Sessions
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With our special guests Bianca Starr, Sean Kelly, Michael Cusumano
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Whether you’re en pointe, working towards pointe, or just want stronger feet for better ballet technique, Dr. Nina will take you through key exercises and concepts in this session.
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Dr. Nina will challenge your pointe strength with exercises including resistance bands and other challenges at the barre.
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One of the things that define ballet is turnout! And, it is one of the most challenging things to develop both in physicality and in mindset as an adult ballet dancer. Allie will deep dive with you into turnout, what it is, and how to achieve more of it, and stay safe in the process!
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Allie loves to help dancers break through flexibility plateaus with her deep knowledge of the body, muscles and tissues. Join this workshop to learn her tips and tricks of the trade and everything you need to know for an effective and safe stretching routine.
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High legs without pinchy hips or painful lower backs. Yes, please! Join this session with Allie.
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Add onto your extensions training today with glute strength and hip mobility with Dr. Nina. These are two important components to getting those legs up!
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Bianca specializes in helping adults new to ballet learn the mechanics and fundamentals of turning. In this 4-day workshop, you‘ll learn the keys to turning to set you up for a strong foundation in your turns.
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Focus on your turns with Sean’s watchful eye. Practice and learn how to level up your turns!
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Bianca specializes in helping adults new to ballet learn the different jumping coordination in ballet, from brushing to springing and more. In this 4-day workshop, you‘ll learn the keys to jumping to set you up for a strong safe foundation.
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Working on the next level in jumping? This workshop will take your jumps to greater heights!
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One of Bianca’s favorite things is helping you troubleshoot! Bring your ballet problems and she will be overjoyed to help! Whether specific steps that trip you up or a technique challenge, she is your gal.
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Learn the combo ‘Uptown Girl’ from the musical ‘Movin’ Out’ by Twyla Tharp and music by Billy Joel. With choreography for both men and women, this fun combo will leave you feeling great!
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Dr. Nina and Cindy Heen will guide you through a self-care routine including mindfulness and key areas to massage for recovery and happy bodies. DanceBuddy massage guns will be provided.
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Julie and Sean will teach basic pas de deux movements, holds and promenades. Come experience the thrill of partnering! Recommended very comfortable balancing on a single leg en pointe or on Demi pointe without the barre.
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If you've never experienced the magic of Madame Olga, you are in for a treat. She provides the perfect class experience to shake off the nerves and prepare for a magical show.
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Adult life sure can make your back stiff! Loosen up your spine with this session. A key to alignment is mobility to achieve the positions required, and Dr Nina will help you learn how to mobilize your tight lower back for Better ballet posture.
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Turnout, extension and balance all rely heavily on core and alignment. Allie will show you her unique approach to activating your core for better alignment.
See you next summer!
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IABF 2022 Memories
The Confidante, Miami Beach
Highlights Video
Showcase Video
Enjoy the video below of our amazing solos, group pieces, duets, and incredible dancing. Many of the duets and group dances were learned remotely and staged during the festival in Miami. Dancers choreographed their own pieces, worked with their local ballet teachers to put on an incredible display of dancing, technique, humanity, and connection.
Note: Skip to a specific video using the “Grid” icon in the lower right corner of the video player.
Jana Carson’s Vlog
Our ballet photographer, Jana from Ballerinas by Night captures the memories from the amazing week in her vlog from the week.
Kimberly’s Lilac Fairy Story 2022
Hear Kimberly’s journey to the stage on this episode of her podcast Tranquility du Jour.
She shares her nearly yearlong journey to the ballet stage, the challenges, the joys, and celebrating her 49th birthday on show day!
Kimberly’s Les Sylphide Story 2023
Hear Kimberly’s return to the stage on her podcast Tranquility du Jour.
She shares her nine-month journey back to the ballet stage after a hip replacement.
You’ll learn the challenges, joys, time commitments, and resources involved in pursing this passion.
Intensive Itinerary
Enjoy a well-rounded schedule of classes, activities, and special guests to support, challenge, and inspire dancers from all walks of life.
I've designed the itinerary with group classes to challenge you and bring the amazing energy of dancing together in a large space. In addition, enjoy smaller intimate breakout sessions to give you the chance to hone in on the specific elements of ballet training with our amazing staff and team.
We'll enjoy the energy of full-group classes while having the opportunity to focus and hone in on specific areas of our ballet technique.
You are also invited to pace your energy. Relax and enjoy the beach, the pool, and Miami. Don't be shy about wanting to relax throughout the trip and miss classes. Let's make it to Thursday with the energy to enjoy the show!
Classes & Breakout Sessions
Expand the rows below to learn more about each class track
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The ballet & center classes will be offered in two levels.
Beginner level is best if you are still working towards pirouettes, prefer repetition and slow work, and find footwork complicated.
Int/Advanced is best if you want to be challenged, don't mind hopping into the deep end and doing your best.
Advanced dancers are welcome to join beginner-level classes in soft shoes or pointe shoes, but please be respectful. Do not add turns, port de bras, or fancy elements where they are not given in the choreography. Please dance the choreography as given and enjoy the simple combinations to focus on technique.
All classes are optional.
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Learn to effectively stretch & strengthen outside of the ballet studio.
Sessions include:
Pre-pointe
Conditioning
Turnout & Extensions
Core & Posture
Flexibility
Level: All dancers are invited to join all cross-training sessions. All classes are optional.
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Hone in on the specific elements of ballet training with our amazing staff and team.
Sessions include:
Placement
Port de Bras
Artistry & Musicality
Technique Deep Dive
Level: All dancers are invited to join all focused practice sessions. All classes are optional.
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Sessions include:
Pointe barre & center
Pointe conditioning with resistance bands
Level: Any dancer who is already en pointe is welcome to join for pointe barre & pointe with resistance bands.
Dancers are welcome to join pointe center classes if they are comfortable away from the barre for piqué, classic pointework including échappé & rélevé passé, etc.
All classes are optional.
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We have 3 exciting bonus classes on the schedule:
Pas de deux for dancers on flat or en pointe. No lifts and a simple combo to put it all together.
Broadway Jazz
Special class with Madame Olga after dress rehearsal to enjoy the electric energy before a show.
All classes are optional.
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Performing and reaching high levels of ballet require confident strong minds.
Mindset sessions include:
Mindset & Confidence
Stage tips Q&A panel discussion
All classes are optional.
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Dancers are welcome to join photoshoots by themselves or with their friends. Each dancer receives a 15-minute session & 2 edited photos with registration.
Purchase an extended 30-minute session & 5 edited photos for an extra $115.
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Group rehearsals for Hallelujah & Swan Lake will be in the evenings.
Open stage time will be available during the afternoon & evenings to practice your own individual pieces.
Faculty
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Julie Gill
IABF FOUNDER
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Mikey Cusumano
BALLET, JAZZ, PAS DE DEUX
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Kirsten Kemp
BALLET, MINDSET
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Allie Christensen
DANCE MOVEMENT SPECIALIST
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Dr. Nina Geromel, PT
DANCE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
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Madame Olga
MASTER INSTRUCTOR
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Jana Carson
Portrait Photographer
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Tomoni Video
Spencer & Yoshi
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Mary Jo & Jeff
Mary Jo Music Performance Singers
See you in 2024!
Join us just outside Tampa, FL from August 4 - 9, 2024
