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Teaching

Some teachers follow a syllabus.
Mimi reads the dancer.

Mimi teaches across a broad range of disciplines as a freelance educator in Adelaide. Every class is built around what the dancers in front of her actually need. The content changes because the dancers change.

Approach

Most dance studios follow a fixed syllabus. That syllabus decides what gets taught, when and at what pace. It does not change based on who is in the room.

Mimi does not teach that way. Every class is built around what the dancers in front of her actually need that day. Some days that means drilling the basics. Some days it means pushing further than expected.

The result is progress that is visible. Not in six months. In the lesson itself.

Ballet here is not just about learning steps. It is about learning to focus, to work hard and to perform under pressure. These are skills that stay with a dancer long after they leave the studio.

What Mimi teaches

Ballet

Classical technique across all levels. Syllabus-independent, focused on genuine technical development.

Contemporary

Floor work, release technique and contemporary movement vocabulary. Open to dancers from any background.

Barre Fitness

Ballet-based fitness class. Accessible to adults with no prior dance experience.

Conditioning

Strength, flexibility and body awareness training specific to dancers.

Pointe

Pointe technique for students with sufficient classical foundation. Readiness assessed individually.

PBT

Progressing Ballet Technique: proprioceptive training to reinforce the muscle memory needed for classical ballet.

Competition Preparation

Solo coaching, variation work and performance preparation for students entering competitions or auditions.

Available for

  • Covering classes across ballet, contemporary and related styles
  • Guest teaching and workshop residencies
  • Intensive programmes and holiday workshops
  • Competition preparation sessions
  • Audition coaching for students from any studio
  • Private and semi-private lessons for all ages and levels

Dance with Mimi

Dance with Mimi comprises three programmes, each based at DAE Studio with its own schedule and fee structure.

The Soloist Program

Private and semi-private, all ages

One-on-one and small group training for dancers who need focused individual work. Open to students from any studio. Three tracks: Baby Ballet, Soloist Coaching and Étoile Track.

Ballet Nova

Young dancers aged 8 to 18

A serious training programme for young dancers ready to work at a higher level than a typical studio class offers. The goal is not to keep students here, it is to prepare them for whatever comes next.

Ballet Eterna

Adults aged 15 and over

A serious technical class for adults who want more than a typical adult ballet class offers. Honest, specific feedback. Real progress at any age.

Regular classes

GSD Dance Academy

Thursdays and Saturdays

Separate to Dance with Mimi, Mimi also teaches group classes at GSD Dance Academy on Thursdays and Saturdays. Please contact the studio directly for current class details, timetable and enrolment.

What students say

Athena
The Soloist Program

"Miss Mimi is an exceptional ballet teacher. In just two lessons, I was able to complete the full choreography for my solo, the fastest I have ever progressed. What stands out most is her attention to detail. She clearly explains how to use each muscle, maintain balance and refine technique, and she demonstrates everything herself with precision and grace."

Kuan

"Mimi is an accommodating and generous teacher in helping you to learn musicality and techniques. She can be your biggest cheerleader when you need it."

Connor

"Mimi was not only warm in her welcoming nature but also spent time explaining and demonstrating the art of ballet to a complete newbie. She paved the way for me to gain the confidence and skills to perform for companies all over Australia."

Kiara

"Mimi's full of knowledge and explains corrections in the exact way you need them. I feel a massive improvement every time I dance with her. She creates a pressure-free space and simultaneously pushes her students to their best."

Get in touch

For enquiries regarding guest teaching, workshop, covering classes or general questions about Dance with Mimi, contact Mimi directly.

contact@mimiyoshii.com

Have questions about programmes, fees or what to expect? Read the FAQ →