Ballet Class with Miss Michelle

This city, one of the moms (Olga, Iris' mom, from the Disney On Ice pics) contacted a local English dance school about doing a private class just for the KOOZA kids, ages ranging from 2-5. They agreed and it has been a spectacular experience for the girls (and us the parents!). We are allowed to stay and watch (like when Jim's parents visited and took pictures) or we can go and have a coffee at a quaint little cafe right outside. I just have to say, the teacher Michelle is AMAZING! She always had something for the girls to do, always strengthening their skills, never missing a minute. She started with stretches and warmups, and ended with reading a story and stickers. Sometimes the girls would not be in the mood, but she dealt with it with patience and understanding. Personally, I was impressed how focused on her Sophie was, when she could have focused on her friends. She always listened and made adjustments to her form. My favorite is "happy toes" when they point their toes. Sophie's favorite parts were the "snake part" when they pushed themselves across the room with their arms, and the "princess part" when they sat in a circle with their hands under their chins. Oh, and the scarf part. Miss Michelle gave the girls scarves (always pink!) and they dance around until the music stops, and they have to stop. So adorable! These pictures here aren't in any particular order and were taken by myself and Grandpa Lutz. (PS All the mommies gave me permission to post. For larger pictures, just click on it.) Our last class is next week but I think I'm going to kidnap her and just make her stay with us!

This is the "princess part"

I love this one! Thanks Grandpa!

Happy toes!

Iris and Sophie

"Happy toes!"