Cultural Arts
Youth Ballet Lessons
Our ballet program offers a comprehensive pathway for students of all ages and skill levels to explore the art of dance. From the foundational movements in Pre-Ballet to the more advanced techniques in Ballet Intermediate, each class is designed to help students grow physically, mentally, and artistically in a fun and supportive environment. Whether your child is just starting out or ready to refine their skills, our ballet classes are designed to provide the structure, discipline, and creativity necessary to excel.
Each class focuses on building essential skills like coordination, balance, and flexibility while fostering a love for dance. Our experienced instructors tailor the lessons to meet the unique needs of each age group, ensuring that students progress at their own pace while enjoying the process. Ballet is more than just technique; it’s an opportunity for self-expression, confidence-building, and developing a lifelong love for movement.
Benefits of Ballet Lessons:
- Improved Strength and Flexibility: Ballet works the entire body, building muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance.
- Balance and Coordination: Ballet teaches children how to control and balance their bodies, improving coordination.
- Better Posture: Ballet’s focus on proper alignment helps improve posture, both in and out of class.
- Increased Discipline and Focus: Ballet requires concentration and practice, which helps build focus, discipline, and perseverance.
- Cognitive Development: Ballet promotes memory retention, as students memorize dance routines and steps.
Ballet Lessons
Registration periods for the Spring and Summer 2025 Sessions are as follows:
- Session 1 (March 24-May 16): Opens February 10 at 9:00 am and closes March 24
- Session 2 (May 27-July 25): Opens February 10 at 9:00 am and closes May 27
- Session 3 (July 28-September 19): Opens February 10 at 9:00 am and closes July 28
Register for a Kids Ballet Class
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Pre-Ballet: 3-5 years
Pre-Ballet, designed for children ages 3-5, is the first in our series of ballet classes for kids, and teaches participants basic ballet terms and technique like a plié, tendu, and relevé in a fun and engaging way.
Check Pre-Ballet Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday Pre-Ballet (May 28-July 16) | 3-5 | Wednesday | 6:15pm - 7:00pm | May 28th, 2025 | Jul 16th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 10 | Enroll |
| Thursday Pre-Ballet (May 29-Jul 17) | 3-5 | Thursday | 11:00am - 11:45am | May 29th, 2025 | Jul 17th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 9 | Enroll |
| Friday Pre-Ballet 1015am (May 30-Jul 25) | 3-5 | Friday | 10:15am - 11:00am | May 30th, 2025 | Jul 25th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
| Wednesday Pre-Ballet (Jul 30-Sep 17) | 3-5 | Wednesday | 6:15pm - 7:00pm | Jul 30th, 2025 | Sep 17th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 11 | Enroll |
| Thursday Pre-Ballet (Jul 31-Sep 18) | 3-5 | Thursday | 11:00am - 11:45am | Jul 31st, 2025 | Sep 18th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
| Friday Pre-Ballet (Aug 1-Sep 19) | 3-5 | Friday | 10:15am - 11:00am | Aug 1st, 2025 | Sep 19th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 11 | Enroll |
| Friday Pre-Ballet 930am (May 30-Jul 25) | 3-5 | Friday | 9:30am - 10:15am | May 30th, 2025 | Jul 25th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
Ballet Beginner: 5-10 years
Start off on the right foot with a beginner ballet class that focuses on fundamental ballet terms and techniques. This youth dance class teaches poise, control, flexibility, and endurance by teaching various positions, moves, and vocabulary to students ages 5 to 10. This class is a great beginner class, or a follow up to Pre-Ballet.
Check Ballet Beginner Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Ballet Beginner (May 28-July 17) | 5-10 | Wednesday | 7:00pm - 7:45pm | May 28th, 2025 | Jul 16th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 9 | Enroll |
| Wed Ballet Beginner (Jul 30-Sep 17) | 5-10 | Wednesday | 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Jul 30th, 2025 | Sep 17th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
Ballet Beginner II: 5-10 years
Ballet Beginner II is the next step in our series of ballet classes for kids, after the successful completion of either Pre-ballet or Ballet Beginner. Expanding on ballet terms previously taught, students will focus on dance moves including tendu, sauté, relevé, and balancé to help students develop a more robust ballet knowledge.
Check Ballet Beginner II Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballet Beginner II (May 29-Jul 17) | 5-10 | Thursday | 4:30pm - 5:30pm | May 29th, 2025 | Jul 17th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
| Ballet Beginner II (Jul 31-Sep 18) | 5-10 | Thursday | 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Jul 31st, 2025 | Sep 18th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 12 | Enroll |
Ballet Intermediate: 8-15 years
Ballet Intermediate is a dance class that furthers a student’s ballet knowledge. Youth ages 8 to 15 will learn and practice ballet terms such as pas de bourrée, passé, piqué turn, and pirouette.
*Students in this class must have instructor’s permission, or have successfully completed Ballet Beginner II.
Check Ballet Intermediate Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballet Intermediate (May 29-Jul 17) | 8-15 | Thursday | 5:45pm - 6:45pm | May 29th, 2025 | Jul 17th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 15 | Enroll |
| Ballet Intermediate (Jul 31-Sep 18) | 8-15 | Thursday | 5:45pm - 6:45pm | Jul 31st, 2025 | Sep 18th, 2025 | Feb 10th, 2025 | 15 | Enroll |
Ballet Advanced: 10+ years
Ballet Advanced is designed for adults and children, ages 10 and up. Youth ages 10 to 15 must first complete Ballet Intermediate and move up to the advanced class upon the teacher’s recommendation. All adult students should have a basic understanding of Ballet terminology.
Check Ballet Advanced Class Availability
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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Ballet Lessons
Frequently
Asked
Questions
What should my child wear to ballet class?
Q: What should my child wear to ballet class?
A: For ballet, students should wear a leotard and tights. Ballet slippers are required for all levels. Hair should be pulled back in a neat bun or ponytail for proper visibility and comfort.
Is my child ready for Ballet Beginner if they’ve never taken a dance class before?
Q: Is my child ready for Ballet Beginner if they’ve never taken a dance class before?
A: If your child is between ages 5 and 10 and new to ballet, Ballet Beginner is the perfect class to start with. It focuses on learning basic ballet steps in a fun and structured way.
What is the difference between Ballet Beginner and Ballet Beginner 2?
Q: What is the difference between Ballet Beginner and Ballet Beginner 2?
A: What is the difference between Ballet Beginner and Ballet Beginner 2?
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