Ballet Classes

The art of ballet teaches expressivity, focus and self-discipline, awareness of body mechanics and anatomy, and musicality. The richness and depth that comes from using a conceptual and brain-compatible approach is what makes our ballet program unique in the region. Our ballet classes nurture and support technical and creative growth in dancers of all ages!

Pre-Ballet

Grade K

A fun and creative introduction to ballet class. Exploring ballet technique through the dance concepts nurtures the whole dancer. Musicality, improvisation, and skill development are all a part of this developmentally appropriate ballet class. Ballet shoes required.

Clothing
Girls: dance clothes such as leotards, tights, dance skirts or shorts worn over leotard and tights, ballet shoes, hair should be pulled back from the face.
Boys: sweat pants, shorts, tights, or leggings, t-shirts, ballet shoes.

Winter/Spring 2012: Pre-BalIet Class Schedule

Tuesday: Grade K 4:00 – 5:00 Terry Goetz  Lower Studio Register
  • 16 week Winter/Spring Session: Feb. 6-Jun. 11, 2012
  • Vacation Dates: Feb. 20-26, Apr. 16-22, May 28
  • Visiting Weeks: April 2-7 and June 5-11
  • Cost: $205

The only reason for mastering technique is to make sure the body does not prevent the soul from expressing itself.
~La Meri


Ballet I

Grades 1-2

Classical ballet emphasizes strength, flexibility, alignment, & musicality. Exploring ballet technique through the dance concepts nurtures the whole dancer. Barre work begins in Ballet I. Dancers should enjoy the focus and attention that barre work requires. Whole body/mind movement will be used as recuperation during and after barre. Classes are offered in a relaxed and supportive learning environment. Ballet shoes required.

Clothing
Girls: dance clothes such as leotards, tights, dance skirts or shorts worn over leotard and tights, ballet shoes, hair should be pulled back from the face.
Boys: sweat pants, shorts, tights, or leggings, t-shirts, ballet shoes.

Winter/Spring 2012: Ballet I Schedule

Tuesday 5:00-6:00 Terry Goetz  Lower Studio FULL
  • 16 week Winter/Spring Session: Feb. 6-Jun. 11, 2012
  • Vacation Dates: Feb. 20-26, Apr. 16-22, May 28
  • Visiting Weeks: April 2-7 and June 5-11
  • Cost: $205

Ballet III

Grades 6 and up

Classical ballet emphasizes strength, flexibility, alignment, & musicality. Exploring ballet technique through the dance concepts nurtures the whole dancer. Classes are offered in a relaxed and supportive learning environment. Ballet shoes required.

Clothing
Girls: dance clothes such as leotards, tights, dance skirts or shorts worn over leotard and tights, ballet shoes, hair should be pulled back from the face.
Boys: sweat pants, shorts, tights, or leggings, t-shirts, ballet shoes.

Winter/Spring 2012: Ballet III Class Schedule

Tuesday 6:00-7:30 Terry Goetz  Lower Studio Register
  • 16 week Winter/Spring Session: Feb. 6-Jun. 11, 2012
  • Vacation Dates: Feb. 20-26, Apr. 16-22, May 28
  • Visiting Weeks: April 2-7 and June 5-11
  • Cost: $220