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Class Descriptions


Student Division


Level One

Level I introduces dancers to classical ballet technique with foundational exercises at the barre and center. Students attend class two days per week and continue to learn ballet terminology while focusing on posture, placement, alignment, and developing flexibility and strength. This level builds discipline and confidence through a more structured approach to movement.

Schedule

Mondays & Thursdays
4:30 PM-5:30 PM

Optional Saturday
12:30 PM-1:45 PM (combined Level II)

Cost

$150 per month
$1,350 per year

Level Two

Building on the foundation from Level I, Level II dancers are introduced to new ballet vocabulary and more challenging exercises at the barre and center. Emphasis remains on posture, alignment, strength, and flexibility, while encouraging greater control, precision, and confidence in movement. Level II students attend class two days per week.

Schedule

Tuesdays & Fridays
4:30 PM-5:45 PM

Optional Saturday
12:30 PM-1:45 PM (combined Level I)

Cost

$170 per month
$1,530 per year

Level Three

In Level III, dancers attend class three days per week, with the addition of pre-pointe classes. While continuing to strengthen their technique, students are introduced to more complex vocabulary, steps, and combinations. Focus expands to include greater physical and technical strength. Faculty emphasize repetition and precision to support development in balance, flexibility, turnout, and alignment.

Schedule

Mondays
5:45 PM-7:15 PM (Ballet & Pre-pointe)
Thursdays
5:45 PM-7:15 PM
Saturdays
2:00 PM- 4:00 PM (Combined Level IV)

Cost

$200 per month
$1,800 per year

Level Four

In Level IV, dancers attend class four days per week, with optional conditioning classes offered to support strength and stamina. Emphasis is placed on artistic expression, and advanced use of port de bras and épaulement. Variations and pointe classes are introduced as part of the curriculum, preparing students for more advanced performance opportunities.

Schedule

Tuesdays
6:00 PM-8:00 PM (Ballet & Pointe)
Wednesdays
6:00 PM-8:45 PM (Ballet, Pointe, & Conditioning)
Fridays

6:00 PM-8:15 PM (Ballet & Variations)
Saturdays
2:00 PM- 4:00 PM (Combined Level III)

Cost

$240 per month
$2,160 per year

All students in Levels I–IV have multiple opportunities to participate in performances and community outreach throughout the year, helping them grow as both artists and members of the community. Beginning in Level I, students must take a placement class to ensure appropriate placement.