Opus Performing Arts - Ballet School in Bellingham WA
  • Home
  • Classes
    • Opus 2022-2023 Schedule of Classes
    • Opus Summer 2022
    • Opus Covid Policies
    • Registration & Tuition
    • Class Descriptions
    • 7 and Under
    • Adult Drop In Dance Classes
    • Dress Code
    • Pointe Policy
  • Staff
    • Management
    • Teachers
  • About
    • Opus Statement of Principles
  • Past Performances
  • Reviews
  • Contact
  • Opus Store
  • How to find Opus
  • Tuition Payments
  • Blog
  • Videos
  • Hair/Makeup Tutorial Videos
  • Dance Studio Photos

Opus' Teaching Philosophy


​Opus’ teaching philosophy puts an emphasis on safe instruction, looking at the process over the product. We invite introspection in our students through keeping classes interactive and creating intentional goals in class planning - there is a huge difference between teaching a class and giving a class. 
​

Students can expect regular feedback and hands-on corrections from Opus’ teaching faculty, coupled with praise and appreciation to create a positive learning environment. Teachers practice and encourage students self-care, cross-training and strengthening exercises to maintain safety in what we are asking our bodies to do. Opus teachers set a precedent of kindness, respect and professionalism.

Please click on a link below to see a brief bio of a teacher: 


Emma Beha
​Damian Cade
Rachel Coats
Brooke Evans
Emmy Gockel

Elizabeth Graham
Celeste Hartsook
Gabby Malagreca

Bailey McCully
Lainie Pennington

Diane Williams

Picture
Opus Performing Arts
207 Prospect Street Suite 201, Bellingham WA 98225
​360-734-5300
opusperformingarts@gmail.com
images by Juliette Machado, Kevin and Katie Hulett, Nolan Alan McNally,
  • Home
  • Classes
    • Opus 2022-2023 Schedule of Classes
    • Opus Summer 2022
    • Opus Covid Policies
    • Registration & Tuition
    • Class Descriptions
    • 7 and Under
    • Adult Drop In Dance Classes
    • Dress Code
    • Pointe Policy
  • Staff
    • Management
    • Teachers
  • About
    • Opus Statement of Principles
  • Past Performances
  • Reviews
  • Contact
  • Opus Store
  • How to find Opus
  • Tuition Payments
  • Blog
  • Videos
  • Hair/Makeup Tutorial Videos
  • Dance Studio Photos