Classes

Class placement is at the discretion of the Academy of Ballet Staff

The Creative Movement Program is designed to develop motor coordination, increase spatial awareness, and provide a positive first dance experience. Concepts are introduced through imaginative, age-appropriate activities that encourage joy in movement. Class size is limited to 12 students.

Creative Movement and Primary students have the opportunity to participate in The Nutcracker and our spring ballet.

Creative Movement
Students must be three years old by the first day of class and must be fully potty trained. Classes meet once per week for 45 minutes and focus on basic motor skills, rhythm, and creative expression.

Primary
Students must be five years old by the first day of class. Primary classes meet once per week for 1 hour. Classes begin to introduce foundational ballet steps and musical awareness in a playful, structured environment.

Elementary A

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Elementary B

Students in Elementary A attend ballet once per week; Elementary B students take ballet twice per week. These classes continue to build on ballet basics while introducing more structure and discipline. Students have the opportunity to perform in The Nutcracker and our spring ballet, showcasing the skills they have developed throughout the year. Focus areas include:

• Deepening understanding of classical music, rhythm, and tempo

• Building a foundation in ballet technique and vocabulary

• Increasing strength and flexibility in the legs, ankles, and feet

• Reinforcing ballet class etiquette and respectful behavior in a group setting

Intermediate A

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Intermediate B

Intermediate students attend ballet twice per week. Placement in Intermediate levels is based on prior dance experience, physical readiness, and technical ability. Students continue to build their technical foundation while expanding their vocabulary and learning longer, more complex combinations. Emphasis is placed on:

• Alignment and strength through the core, legs, and feet

• Musicality and artistry in movement

• Developing confidence and consistency in classwork and choreography

Pointe training is introduced in Intermediate B when a student is physically and technically prepared, at the discretion of the instructor.