Class Schedule & Description

The perfect class for the youngest dancer! Our class focuses on creating a friendly environment where the young toddler will be introduced to the basics of ballet through fun activities. The child will develop basic skills like hoping, jumping, skipping and coordination. Other music elements are introduced to develop sense of rhythm and musicality.
45 minute class, once a week.

This class is designed to introduce your child to rhythm and movement through music, helping develop muscle coordination. It helps boys and girls develop motor skills with the use of music and games. We focus on movement, body control, rhythm and memory as the children learn through a fun routine of exercises and dance steps. Their confidence and self-esteem soar as they master new skills and become more self-assured and independent. Listening and direction following are emphasized in this class.
One class a week.
Musical Kinder II students can always add a second class.

An introduction to ballet beginning with placement of body and progressing through basic steps, developing movement quality and musicality, and preparing the child for the excitement and discipline of the art of Ballet. It helps students learn body awareness, concentration, self-control, and respect. Space awareness is introduced through formations, laterality exercises and following basic combinations of steps that will increase their memory and coordination skills.
One or two classes a week
Classes from other disciplines – Tap, Character, Hip Hop and Flamenco are also available for children 5 years of age and older.
Children in Pre Ballet 1 and up are allowed to take an additional class if requested.

We encourage parents and caretakers to watch this informative video
HOW TO MAKE A BALLET BUN

Young Cavaliers Class:  5 to 8 years of age

Young boys learn the fundamentals of ballet.  Classes will focus on coordination, stretching, jumps and learning ballet concepts, applicable to both genders. Boys will also learn ways of accomplishing male-specific ballet vocabulary and male performance techniques.
It is highly recommended that young boys take an additional mixed gender class to better develop their social skills

Classes will concentrate on a complete ballet class for the intermediate level.  It will demand a higher level of concentration, technique, artistry, and mastery of skills set in the class. Acceptance into Boys Intermediate is by audition only.
The Dr. Jules Scholarship Fund program is available for male students only covering tuition. The awarding process is based on a careful review of the student's artistic, academic and finance portfolio. Scholarships are awarded contingent upon the student's continued performance, diligence in his work, and dedication to achieving excellence. Students who receive scholarships are role models for their peers. Scholarships are renewable, and are reviewed in early spring each year.
To apply, download this form and bring it with you along with the documentation required on the day of your audition.

To renew a scholarship, please, go through the same process with the updated information.

Classes for Adults

Adult Beginning Ballet – The program is suitable for the beginner teen/ adult as well as students who would like to work in a slower paced environment, this class progresses slowly and is open to adult beginners at any point in the school year. Attention is paid to proper body alignment, use of the legs and feet, and developing movement sequences through coordination of the arms and head. This class is offered twice weekly in the evenings.

Open Intermediate/Advanced Ballet for Adults – These morning classes are structured for student’s teen/adult with some background in ballet. Classes take place Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 am to 11 am where students will work on basic barre exercise, petite allegro, pirouettes, combinations from the corner and grand allegro. Classes are accompanied by live pianist.

5 Reasons Adults Should Take Ballet 

Modern/Contemporary:

Intermediate: An introduction to beginner modern and contemporary technique that will prepare students to balance between the strictness of ballet and freer movement. Emphasis placed on large, full movements done to rhythmical phrases. A fun introduction to different Dance techniques.

Intermediate/Advanced: A progressive practice of various techniques such as "Taylor" and "Horton" with emphasis placed on structure and musicality. Students will be expected to focus on grounded movement while expanding their dance vocabulary.

Hip-Hop Class

This hugely popular class is being offered for boys and girls who are interested in learning the basics of this urban style. Hip hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements.

Character Classes

Based on the Russian Character Dance Syllabus of the Vaganova Method, students in both levels of character dance will study barre and center work that combines classical ballet technique with national dances from eastern and western Europe. Character Dance explores many different cultures and their traditional dances. This class will cover Polish Mazurka, Spanish Flamenco, Hungarian Gypsy, Russian Folk and Classic Flamenco.  Court Dance teaches students some of the oldest traditional English, Russian, Spanish and French Court and Peasant dances. Only for students in the Professional Division.

STUDENTS DIVISION

Students are introduced to progressive levels of ballet technique following the School curriculum. They are promoted according to individual progress in acquiring technique and strength.

All these classes emphasize on correct placement, coordination and control; & students learn vocabulary of classical ballet and are placed in the proper level for maximum progress. Students will develop the ability to coordinate simple movements to produce a combination of steps within the range of their own physical capacity.  Students’ performance will show a developing special awareness, sensitivity to music and an ability to work with others. It is mandatory to take a minimum of two classes a week. Students might be selected to join the professional division.

PROFESSIONAL DIVISION 

Intermediate I , II & Pre-Advanced- (By audition only) – Three years – Vaganova III & IV

ADDITIONAL CLASSES

Students learn excerpts from classical ballets, in separate classes for boy and girls. Included are variations from Petipa, Bournonville, Vaganova, Perrot among other classical choreographers. They are taught by faculty members who are principal and soloist dancers from Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida and have an extensive performance experience. Students will receive individual coaching and corrections. Students will be chosen to perform these variations either in competitions or during the various productions of the season.

This is an introduction to tap using basic tap steps and slow music so children can develop a sense of rhythm and learn to count music while dancing at the same time.  Basic combinations of rhythmic, percussive movements of traditional jazz style. This is a wonderful way to expand energy and learn to dance at the same time.

FLAMENCO

Students are evaluated twice a year. They might be placed in a different level depending on their progress, conduct, attendance and punctuality, as well as their commitment spirit.
Student placement is at the sole discretion of the Artistic Director. A personal meeting with the parent and the student will be scheduled to discuss any disagreement.

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