Our Classes

Students who join The Children’s Ballet, including very young students, receive a classical ballet education, learning about classical music, composers, French ballet terminology, and how dance can tell a story without words. Some of our older students graduate to college and professional dance programs.

Our students start as young as three years old and many stay with us through high school. Most of our classes last one hour and there are multiple classes through the week.

Class times and locations are listed below. Class costs will vary depending on the length of the class. Each student pays a $70 registration fee which covers the student’s first costume for the spring performance.

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Recreational Teen/Adult I

For Teens/Adults. A fun, recreational class for teens and adults who have very limited or no experience who want to come experience ballet in a fun environment!

Classes

1 hour per week Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Recreational Teen/Adult II

For Teens/Adults. A fun, casual class for teens and adults who have some dance experience and want to get back in the studio or keep dancing at a recreational level!

Classes

1 hour per week Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Thursday, 8-9 p.m. with Miss Hannah at the Danville studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Pre-Ballet

For ages 2 – 3. Dancers learn basic ballet positions and terms, discovering rhythm, coordination, and self-expression while learning how to be in a classroom environment through dance, movement, music, and imagination activities. Great to try as a first activity!!

Classes

1 hour per week Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Thursdays, 5:30-6 p.m. with Miss Emma Claire at the Plainfield studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ballet I

For ages 3 – 4. Dancers learn basic ballet positions and terms, discovering rhythm, coordination, and self-expression while learning how to be in a classroom environment through dance, movement, music, and imagination activities.

Classes

1 hour per week Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Tuesday, 4-5 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio
  • Thursday, 5-6 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ages 3 - 5, Early Learners I

Ballet II

For ages 5 – 7. Some ballet experience is helpful for this class. Dancers continue to develop strength, skills, terminology, and technique using both ballet exercises and activities to explore movement.

Classes

1 hour per week. Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Tuesday, 10-11 p.m. with Miss Hannah W at the Danville studio
  • Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio
  • Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. with Miss Hannah R at the Plainfield studio
  • Thursday, 4-5 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio
  • Thursday, 6-7 a.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ballet III

For ages 7 – 10. Dancers who are continuing serious classical ballet training are introduced to more ballet positions, techniques and terminology through lessons which match their physical development to build strength, agility and grace. Some experience required.

Classes

1 hour per week. Students register for one of the following classes:

  • Tuesday, 11 a.m-12 p.m. with Miss Hannah W at the Danville studio
  • Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. with Miss Hannah R at the Plainfield studio
  • Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio
  • Thursday, 7-8 p.m. with Miss Hannah R at the Plainfield studio

Cost

$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ages 5 - 7, Ballet Essentials

Ballet IV

For ages 8 – 12. This class is a natural progression for students who have taken ballet classes and want to continue honing their technique twice per week. Dancers will take on new challenges as they are developmentally ready, combining more complex choreography with more athletic movements.

Classes

Classes meet 2 times a week.  Pick two options:

  • Tuesday, 12-1 p.m. with Miss Hannah W at the Danville studio
  • Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio
  • Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. with Miss Hannah R at the Plainfield studio
  • Thursday, 6-7 p.m. with Miss Hannah R at the Plainfield studio
  • Thursday, 7-8 p.m. with Miss Emily at the Danville studio

Cost

$105 per month plus $70 registration fee

Ages 8 - 10, Developing Dancers II

Ballet V

For ages 10 – 14. Dancers increase their knowledge of technique while building core strength for higher jumps, greater leaps and the faster footwork required of a more advanced dancer. Instructor placement required.

Pre-pointe also required for Ballet V; see Pre-pointe schedule below

Classes

Classes meet 2 times a week.  Pick two options:

  • Monday, 5-6:30 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Monday, 7-8:30 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Wednesday, 5-6:30 p.m. with Miss Lillian at the Danville studio
  • Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. with Miss Lillian at the Danville studio

Cost

$130 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ages 9 - 11, Beginning Intermediate

Pre-Pointe

For students in Ballet V. Gathering strength and muscle development for pointe work – will transition to beginning pointe class during the season when students are approved for pointe work.

Classes

Classes meet 1 times a week.

  • Monday, 6:30-7 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Wednesday, 6:30-7 p.m. with Miss Lillian at the Danville studio

Cost

Included in Ballet V

Ballet VI

For ages 12 – 15. Dancers increase their knowledge of technique while building core strength for higher jumps, musicality, and use of detailed technique required of a more advanced dancer. Instructor placement required.

Classes

Class meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday:

  • Monday, 4:45-6:45 p.m. with Miss Lise at the Danville studio
  • Wednesday, 4:45-6:45 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Saturday, 9-11 a.m. with Miss Lexie at the Plainfield studio

Cost

$185 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ages 8 - 10, Developing Dancers II

Ballet VII

For ages 12 – 15. Dancers increase their knowledge of technique while building core strength for higher jumps, greater leaps, and the faster footwork required of a more advanced dancer. Will also work on continuing pointe work. Instructor placement required.

Classes

Class meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday:

  • Monday, 4:45-6:45 p.m. with Miss Lise at the Danville studio
  • Wednesday, 4:45-6:45 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Saturday, 9-11 a.m. with Miss Lexie at the Plainfield studio

Cost

$250 per month plus a $70 registration fee

Ages 11 - 14, Intermediate

Ballet VIII

For ages 15 – 18. Dancers increase their knowledge of technique while building core strength for higher jumps, greater leaps, and the faster footwork required of a more advanced dancer. Will also work on continuing pointe work. Instructor placement required.

Classes

Class meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday:

  • Monday, 6:45-8:45 p.m. with Miss Lise at the Danville studio
  • Wednesday, 6:45-8:45 p.m. with Miss Vanessa at the Plainfield studio
  • Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with Miss Lexie at the Plainfield studio

Cost

$250 per month plus a $70 registration fee

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