Ballet Classes
Ballet technique is fundamental to all dance genres. It builds strength and discipline in dancers. Due to this, ballet classes will be a base requirement for many of our disciplines. For others, such as tap and hip hop, even though it is not required it is highly recommended.
As we move to our new standard, you will see some classes marked as "Technique Only" classes and some marked as "Performance and Technique" classes. The Performance and Technique classes have been our standard class, performing in the end of year recital. Technique Only classes are designed to prepare students for higher levels of dance, focusing on technique and building a strong, healthy dancer. Both classes are appropriate for recreational and college prep students.
For more information on these classes, please refer back to the Dance Overview.
Looking ahead: if your student is interested in dancing on pointe, please begin planning their path. If you need advise or further information, please contact us to discuss your student and their plan. These requirements are in place for both recreation students and college prep.
By the 4th Grade (or Ballet 3) more classes will be offered allowing your student the opportunity be dance 2-3 hours a week. Rule of thumb is 3 hours/week, for 2 years before pointe work begins.
By High School, students should be dancing 4 days a week, 1-2 hours a day to maintain strength and flexibility. These hours include all genres, but will include ballet technique as well.
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet technique, form, and vocabulary through instructional time and engaging activities
Ballet Beginning 1
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 5-6
Teacher: Emma Carrico
Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Beginning 2
Wednesdays, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 7-8
Teacher: Renee Whiteley
Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Beginning 3, Performance & Technique Class
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm
ages 8-9
Teacher: Emma Carrico
Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Beginning 3, Technique Only
Fridays, 5:30-6:30pm,
ages 8-9
Teacher: Renee Whiteley
Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Beginning 4 & 5, Technique Only
with placement
Mondays, 4:30-6pm
ages 9-11
Teacher: Emma Carrico
Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Beginning 4 & 5, Perormance & Technique Class
with placement
Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm
ages 9-11
Teacher: Renee Whiteley
Culpeper Street Studio
Teen & Adult Ballet ages 15+
Beginning Ballet is suited for active teens and adults with low-impact barre work, stretching, and muscle strengthening. This class is a great way to tone your body and work on core muscle strength in a non-competitive, welcoming environment. No dance experience required.
Thursdays, 7-8pm
Teacher: Claire Rosenberger
4th Street Studio
Intermediate Ballet is suited for active teens and adults with a beginner foundation in ballet who want to advance their skills to the next level.
Mondays, 6:30pm - 8pm
Teacher: Claire Rosenberger
4th Street Studio
Intermediate Ballet
This level takes beginning level skills to the next level and focuses on more complex barre combinations, center adagio, and petit allegro, as well as work across the floor.
Prior ballet experience required.
*Ballet Intermediate 1/2 Technique Only
with placement, ages 10 +
Tuesdays, 5 - 6:30pm
Teacher: Claire Rosenberger
4th Street Studio
Ballet Intermediate 1/2, Performance & Technique Class
with placement, ages 10+
Thursdays, 6pm - 7:30pm
Teacher: Renee Whiteley
39 Culpeper Street Studio
Ballet Pre-Pointe, Beginning Pointe Technique Only Class
with placement, ages 12+
Mondays, 5-6:30pm
Teacher: Claire Rosenberger
4th Street Studio
Ballet Pre-Pointe, Beginning Pointe Performance & Technique Class
with placement, ages 12+
Wednesdays, 5:30pm - 7pm
Teacher: Belen Rodas
4th Street Studio
twice a week enrollment is required
Beginning Ballet
advanced ballet
This level is for experienced dancers who are ready to build on their skills. Serious dancers need ballet conditioning and technique on an ongoing basis to effectively progress.
Instructor assessment is required for advanced class placement.
Advanced Ballet with Pointe. This level will focus on advanced dancers who are on pointe. Instructor assessment is required for this class.
Advanced Ballet with Pointe, Performance & Technique Class
Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm
with placement, ages 12 +
Teacher: Claire Rosenberger
4th Street Studio
Advanced Ballet with Pointe, Technique Only Class with placement
Thursdays 5:30 - 7pm
ages 12 +
Teacher: Emma Carrico
4th Street Studio
twice a week enrollment is required
Dress Requirements
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The full Class School 2021-22 can be viewed here.
