Devoted Dancer Program

Finding Inspiration at Every Turn!

Our Devoted Dancer Program is categorized into Division of classes that focus on technique, repertoire and varied dance disciplines. Beginning with the Preparatory level, dancers develop flexibility, strength, alignment and turnout. The Division culminates into Ballet Levels, with a total of certain years with each level. Dancers will be evaluated for placement for the next Division for more advanced training.

Division

We place students in the correct Division based on the class(s) that will best suit their continued development as a dancer. Dancers who wish to join starting from Ballet I must take a placement class from our Director to assess dancers for the best option for them.

(Students who are entering the Devoted Dancer program have required Core prerequisite in Ballet, then additional classes can be added thereafter if desired. Directors approval for higher levels with an evaluation/audition required for these levels of training)

Performance opportunity to audition for the Nutcracker (7+ years) as well as with an end of the year Spring Recital. There are a total of 3 absences of any kind for the Nutcracker and the Spring Recital, with Mandatory Dress Rehearsal. Otherwise dancers will NOT be able to perform in the end of the year Recital or Nutcracker (NO Exceptions)

Petite

Our Petite Division is for dancers starting out in their ballet journey. Students in this division are placed in this level based on their age and for those just starting Ballet. Dancers may sign up for an age-eligible Beg-Ballet class that are 5+ years old and is based on their age as of September 2023. (1 year in this level).

1) Beginning Ballet

Age (5+ years)
Core class (1x week)

2) Beginning Ballet + Add on classes

Age (5+ years)
Core class (1x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Acro I, & Tap I

Primary

Beginning with the preparatory level our Children’s Division is for dancers ages 6+ years who wish to continue their ballet training, (1-2 years in this level)

1) Ballet I

Age (6-8 yrs)
Core Class (1x week)

2) Ballet I + add on classes

Age (6-8 yrs)
Core Class (1x week)
Additional add on cllasses;
- Acro I/II, Jazz I/II, Tap I , Hip Hop I, & or Musical Theater (Placement Required)

Elementary

Dancers develop flexibility, strength, alignment and turnout. Age 7-9+ yrs , with 1-2 years in this level.

1) Ballet II (A)

Age (7-9+ yrs)
Core Class (2x week)

2) Ballet II (A) + add on classes

Core Class (2x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Acro I/II, Contemporary I, Jazz I/II, Tap I, Hip Hop I & or Musical Theater (Placement Required)

Secondary

Classes focus on technique, repertoire and varied dance disciplines. Age 8-10 years and 1 -2 years in level.

1) Ballet II (B)

Age (8-10 yrs)
Core Class (2x week)

2) Ballet II (B) + add on classes

Age (8-10 yrs)
Core Class (2x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Acro II/III, Contemporary I, Contemporary II, Jazz I/II, Tap I, Hip Hop I or Hip Hop II, & or Musical Theater (Placement Required)

Junior

For advancing in ballet training that focuses on the adagio and allegro movements in combination with elementary Pirouettes. Importance is placed on the development of strength in the legs and feet to prepare students for Pointe work. Dancers continue to stretch, develop stability in turns, and to perfect smooth connections of movements while students develop strength, flexibility, and placement. (2-3 years in level). Pre-approval for Director for this level.

1) Ballet III (A)

Age 8-11 years
Core Class (2x week)
Essentials (1x week)

2) Ballet III (A) + add on classes

Age 8-11 years
Core Class (2x week)
Essentials (1x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Acro III, Contemporary I/II, Jazz II/III, Hip Hop I/II, or Musical Theater (Placement Required)

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1) Ballet III (B)

Age 10-13 years
Core Class (2x week)
Essentials (1 x week) with Pre Pointe Work

2) Ballet III (B) + add on classes

Age 10-13 years
Core Class (2x week)
Essentials with Pre -Pointe Work (1x week )
Additional add on classes;
- Acro III/IV, Contemporary II, Jazz II/III, Hip Hop II, & or Musical Theater (Placement Required)

Senior

A more intense focus on technique, in the trainee program offering the opportunity to experience a taste of what it’s like to be in a Ballet Company, with more class time, pointe work, and chances to perform. (12-15+ years old with 3-4 years in level) Pre-approval from Director for placement in this level.

1) Ballet IV (A/B)

Age 12-15+ years
Core Class (1x week)
Pointe Work (2x week)
Essentials (1x week)

2) Ballet IV (A/B) +add on classes

Age 12-15+ years
Core Class (x1 week)
Pointe Work (2x week)
Essentials (1x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Acro III/IV Contemporary II, Jazz III/IV, Hip Hop II (Placement Required)

Teen Ballet

Ballet is a classical form of dance that provides the foundational skills for all other styles. Emphasis is placed on body alignment, arm position, turnout, flexibility, fluidity, precision, and strength. Teen Ballet is offered in two levels; class placement is determined by skill level and students may repeat levels until they have achieved mastery. Teen classes may choose to perform in the annual recital, and the Nutcracker auditions too.

Teen Ballet I

Students will learn the basics in positions and terminology. This class introduces safe stretching and strong technique in classical ballet. Ages 10+ years, 1-2 years in this level.

Teen Ballet I

Age 10+ year
1x week

Teen Ballet I + Add on Classes

Age 10+ years
Core Class (1x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Jazz II/III/, Contemporary I, Acro II/III, Tap I, Musical Theater (Placement is required)

Teen Ballet II

Students will learn the basics in positions and terminology. This class introduces safe stretching and strong technique in classical ballet and is an Intermediate level course. Age 10+ years, with 1-2 years in level.

Teen Ballet II

Age 10+ years
Core Class (2x week)

Teen Ballet II + Add on Classes

Age 10+ years
Core Class (2x week)
Additional add on classes;
- Jazz II/III/, Contemporary I or II, Acro II/III/IV, Tap I. Musical Theater (Placement is required)

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Dates to Remember

Studio closed for;

Labor Day: 09/02/24

Thanksgiving: 11/25/24 - 11/29/24

Halloween: 10/31/24

Christmas: 12/23/24 - 1/6/25

Spring Break: 3/28/25 - 4/6/25

Memorial Day: 5/26/25