Academy Division (Ages 8 – 18)
Ballet 1 | 3rd graders
By age 8, students are strong enough to move on to more formalized ballet training. They build on what they have learned and coordinate movements to produce combinations of steps. They continue to work with proper use of body alignment, turn-out of legs and hands and arms placement (port de bras). Students may participate in The Nutcracker and the June Concert.
| Day | Time |
| Wednesday | 4:15pm – 5:15pm |
| Thursday | 4:15pm – 5:15pm |
| Class meets twice per week. |
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| Tuition: $800 |
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Ballet 2 | by Placement
By this level students are strong enough to move on to more formalized ballet training. Classes are twice a week and longer in length. More focus is put on strengthening core, legs and ankles. Students begin learning body directions and epaulment as they continue to work on artistry. By continuing to build their stamina, core strength and flexibility over time, students are capable of working at the barre while maintaining proper alignment. Students continue to participate in The Nutcracker and the June Concert.
| Day | Time |
| Monday – Ballet 2A | 4:15pm – 5:30pm |
| Saturday – Ballet 2A | 12:00pm – 1:15pm |
| Tuesday – Ballet 2B | 5:15pm – 6:30pm |
| Thursday – Ballet 2B | 5:15pm – 6:30pm |
| Class meets twice per week. Ballet 2A and Ballet 2B schedules cannot be combined. |
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| Tuition: $950 |
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Ballet 3 | by Placement
Once students have mastered the basics of ballet they are ready for more comprehensive training. Classes are based on American Ballet Theatre’s National Training Curriculum, focusing on precise technique and proper alignment. Through their continued studies, students have built their strength and stamina and are able to attempt more complex movements. In the second semester of this level, if a student is strong enough, they may be permitted to begin learning pointe work. No student goes on pointe until appropriate strength and stability are achieved. Students have the opportunity to participate in The Nutcracker, Spring Benefit and the June Concert.
| Day | Time |
| Tuesdays | 6:15pm – 7:45pm |
| Thursdays | 5:15pm – 6:45pm |
| Saturdays (includes pre-pointe/pointe) | 11:30am – 1:15pm |
| Class meets three times per week |
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| Tuition: $1,425 |
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Ballet 4 | by Placement
Following their introduction to pointe work in the previous level, students begin to train in classes dedicated to pointe work after their regular ballet classes. This slow introduction ensures adequate strength and alignment are maintained to avoid injury. Continuing to follow American Ballet Theatre’s National Training Curriculum through their training ensures an organized and comprehensive dance education. For the first time Ballet 4 students can participate in the Spring Benefit and continue to develop their performance skills. They also perform in the June Concert.
| Day | Time |
| Mondays | 6:45pm – 8:15pm |
| Wednesdays (includes pointe) |
4:15pm – 5:45pm 5:45pm – 6:15pm (Pointe Class) |
| Thursdays | 6:45pm – 8:15pm |
| Class meets three times per week |
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| Tuition: $1,575 |
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Ballet 5 & Ballet 6 | by Placement
Dancers at this level are able to incorporate their foundational technique with the beginnings of artistry; such as understanding epaulment, port de bras, and how to relate to the audience effectively. They continue to develop their performance skills in The Nutcracker, The Spring Benefit and the June Concert.
| Day | Time |
| Mondays (includes pointe) |
5:30pm – 7:00pm 7:00pm – 7:45pm (Pointe Class) |
| Wednesdays (includes pointe) |
6:15pm – 7:45pm 7:45pm – 8:30pm (Pointe Class) |
| Thursdays | 6:45pm – 8:15pm |
| Saturdays | 10:00am – 11:30am |
| Class meets four times per week | |
| Tuition: $2,150 |
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Ballet 7-10 | by Placement
Classes for Ballet 7-10 challenge students to focus on developing proficiency in technique, including expanding their knowledge of ballet history and terminology. In addition to continuing to refine their classical technique, students are encouraged to express their individuality in their dancing, especially their performance quality onstage. We strive to provide a healthy, nurturing and encouraging environment so our dancers may reach their highest potential. Students are encouraged to participate in all performances, and are required to participate in the annual 2-week choreography workshop in August that introduces new choreography for the upcoming school year.
| Day | Time |
| Tuesdays (includes pointe) | 3:45pm – 5:15pm (Ballet 7 – 10) |
| Wednesdays (includes pointe) |
5:15pm – 6:45pm (Ballet 7 – 10) 6:45pm – 7:45pm (Pointe Class) |
| Fridays | 3:45pm – 5:45pm (Includes Pointe) |
| Saturdays | 10:00am – 11:30am |
| Class meets four times per week | |
| Tuition: $2,150 |
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