Classes begin September 5, 2023!
Each class has a specific color leotard that needs to be worn by the ladies during classes. Male dancers will need a solid color shirt, black tights and black shoes to wear for class.
All dancewear, including shoes and tights, can be purchased at the Dancewear counter in the lobby of the studio. Ladies also have the opportunity to purchase their class leotard online when they register for classes and can be picked up at the Dancewear counter.
2023-2024 Quarters:
Fall Quarter: September 5 - November 4, 2023
Winter Quarter: November 6, 2023 - January 20, 2024
Spring Quarter: January 20 - March 30, 2024
Summer Quarter: April 1 - June 7, 2024
Current students should register using the link below or fill out the printable registration form and pay at the Dancewear Counter in the studio
New to our school?
Fill out the New Student Registration form and pay the $20 non-refundable placement class fee. A placement class will be held on Thursday, August 24 at 4:30 p.m.
Need to pay tuition only?
Fill out the Tuition Payments form. This form can only be used if a Registration form has been filled out for your classes.
Kinderdance
Instructor: Lydia Cousins
Tuition: $125/quarter
| Saturdays | 9:00-9:45 a.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| This is the first experience in a ballet classroom with a teacher, pianist and other students. Students learn rhythms and listen to music, to take turns and follow instructions. This year is student's first experience at wearing a leotard, ballet shoes and dancing in front of a live audience. | ||
Elementary
Instructor: Arely Zarate
Tuition: $185/quarter
| Wednesdays | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Saturdays | 10:00-11:00 a.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| This is the year students begin learning floor exercises for flexibility and shaping of the body. Students learn to dance in time with the music and enter/exit the stage without the help of the instructor. | ||
Basic 1
Instructors: Isabelle Armstrong/
Lora Andersen
Tuition: $225/quarter
| Mondays | 4:30-5:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Thursdays | 4:30-5:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| At this level, students continue to shape the body and start to shape the feet. Flexibility and strength are built upon through exercises. Students learn, through discipline, that the body is an instrument for dance and must be tuned and held properly at all times. | ||
Basic 2
Instructor: Amber Giles
Tuition: $250/quarter
| Tuesdays | 4:30-6:00 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Thursdays | 4:30-6:00 p.m. | Costume Centre Studio |
| At this level, students begin putting steps together and using memory. They begin to push the body to do more each day, which requires a longer class time. Head and body direction are taught and steps begin to be executed on one foot. Exercises for flexibility are also added to the curriculum. | ||
Basic 3
Instructor: Amber Giles
Tuition: $325/quarter
| Mondays | 4:30-6:00 p.m. | Costume Centre Studio |
| Wednesdays | 5:45-7:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Fridays | 4:30-6:00 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| This level is when students have acquired enough strength to do steps on half pointe and prepare the body for pointe shoes. Muscles begin to work harder, students learn to turn and the lessons are increased to three per week. Exercises for flexibility are also added to the curriculum. | ||
Intermediate 2
Instructor: Lusiano Pasillas/
Michelle Armstrong
Tuition: $375/quarter
| Tuesdays | 4:30-6:15 p.m. | Costume Center Studio |
| Wednesdays | 5:45-7:30 p.m. | Costume Centre Studio |
| Thursdays | 5:45-7:30 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Saturdays* | 10:00-11:00 a.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
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This level is when students begin preparing for pointe work. Proper feet and body positions are emphasized and executed at the barre one foot. Increase in knowledge of ballet steps is also achieved during this class. Students will be introduced to Character Dance and exercises for flexibility are also added to the curriculum. *Introduction to Character Class |
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Advanced
Instructor: Michelle Armstrong/
Isabelle Armstrong
Tuition: $400/quarter
| Mondays | 4:30-6:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Tuesdays | 4:30-6:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Wednesdays | 4:30-6:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Thursdays* | 4:30-6:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
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This year, students continue to execute steps on pointe, begin to learn artistry and remember many lengthy combinations. At this level, the student is working toward a career in ballet. Exercises for flexibility are also added to the curriculum. *Character Class |
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Centre
Instructor: Michelle Armstrong
Tuition: $500/quarter
| Mondays | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Tuesdays | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Wednesdays | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Thursdays | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
| Fridays* | 5:00-6:30 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
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At this level students develop personality and subtle mannerisms that set them apart from the corps. Students work on many turns, high extensions and big jumps while working toward becoming a professional dancer. Class is held five days per week with rehearsal following class work. Students at this level will have the opportunity to learn variations, solos, group pieces, and create and teach choreography to other students in the class. Exercises for flexibility are also added to the curriculum. *Character Class |
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Adult Classes
Instructors: Amber Giles/
Michelle Armstrong
Tuition: $150/quarter per class
$250/quarter for both classes
| Mondays (Beginning/Intermediate) | 6:15-7:45 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Saturdays (Intermediate/Advanced) | 11:30-1:00 p.m. | Ballet Center Studio |
| Our open adult ballet classes has two sessions, beginning and advanced. The beginning class is available for anyone who has an interest in learning ballet or improving their technique skills. The advanced class is available for dancers who have previously trained and want to return to the art form without the pressure of performance. | ||
Contemporary
Instructors: Isabelle Armstrong
Tuition: $130/quarter
| Saturdays | 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Ballet Center Theatre |
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Prerequisite: Completion of/enrollment in Intermediate 2 or higher is required prior to enrollment. This is a beginner to intermediate level dance class where students will learn multiple dance forms including modern and contemporary dance fundamentals, improvisational studies and beginning level jazz. Throughout the year students will be given opportunities to learn new choreography and perform in school shows. |
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