What is Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)?
Elevate your dance technique with Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), a groundbreaking body conditioning and strengthening program meticulously crafted to enhance proficiency across not only all dance forms but also in the realms of yoga and Pilates. PBT is also utilised by sports physiotherapists for effective rehabilitation.
Distinguished by its focus on training muscle memory, PBT employs ballet-specific exercises, providing a graded and progressive approach from junior to advanced levels.
The program boasts over 6,000 certified teachers and is integrated into 500 schools worldwide, making it a globally trusted choice for dance education.
PBT is not just about skill acquisition; it's a vital tool for injury prevention and rehabilitation, benefiting both athletes and dancers. Overcoming the challenge of recognising muscles for proper alignment, PBT utilises an exercise ball to instil a strong sense of posture and weight placement, influencing improved performance in dance and athletics.
PBT's comprehensive program places emphasis on core strength, weight placement, and body alignment through a thoughtfully designed series of exercises.
Meet the Founder and Creator
Marie Walton Mahon OAM
Renowned and accomplished ballet dancer and educator Marie Walton-Mahon, with over five decades of experience, is the driving force behind PBT. Having studied ballet in Australia and France, she gained valuable insights at Les Ballet de Marseille, where she learned from the legendary Maya Plisetskaya about the significance of mind and body preparation.
PBT proves invaluable for dancers, athletes and physiotherapists, enabling them to maximise their performance and excel in their respective ...Read more
Leanne Benjamin AM OBE
Leanne Benjamin AM OBE
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