Ballet Program

Classical ballet technique is the primary area of study at the Academy of Dance. Our program is designed to train students to the highest levels of technical achievement. Students in this division take classes in ballet technique, body conditioning, pointe, and variations. Additionally, we offer elective classes in jazz, contemporary, character, and modern improvisation for students in our ballet program.

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Director approval is required for placement in all Ballet levels.

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The weekly class requirements for each technique level for 2025-26 are as follows:

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Ballet 1: two Ballet Technique

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Ballet 2: two Ballet Technique, one Conditioning, one Pre-Pointe (with director approval)

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Ballet 3: three Ballet Technique, one Conditioning, one Variations, one Pointe*

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Ballet 4: four Ballet Technique, one Conditioning, one Variations, one Pointe*

Optional Enrichment classes: Character, Modern Improvisation

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Ballet 5: five Ballet Technique, one Conditioning, one Variations, one Pointe*

Optional Enrichment classes: Character, Modern Improvisation

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*Pointe work is incorporated into all classes in addition to dedicated pointe classes.

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