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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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 Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Tuesday, 4-5 p.m. with Kristina Smrekar at the Plainfield studio
- Thursday, 6-7 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Thursday, 5-6 p.m. with Kristina Smrekar at the Plainfield studio
Cost
$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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, 5-6 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Tuesday, 5-6 p.m. with Kristina Smrekar at the Plainfield studio
- Thursday, 4-5 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Thursday, 5-6 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Saturday, 9-10 a.m. with Addi Thomas 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, 6-7 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Thursday, 7-8 p.m. with Kristina Smrekar at the Plainfield studio
Cost
$70 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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
2 hours per week. Students register for one of the following Tuesday/Thursday classes:
- Tuesday and Thursday, 6 – 7 p.m. with Kristina Smrekar at the Plainfield studio
- Tuesday and Thursday, 7 – 8 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
Cost
$105 per month plus $70 registration fee
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.
Classes
Class meets on Monday and Wednesday:
- Monday, 4:15 – 5:30 p.m. with Lise Hearn at the Plainfield studio
- Wednesday, 4:45 – 6 p.m. with Vanessa Schuldt at the Plainfield studio
Cost
$130 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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, 5 – 7 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio (includes pre-pointe and introduction to pointe)
- Wednesday, 5 – 6:30 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Saturday, 9 – 11 p.m. with Vanessa Schuldt at the Plainfield studio (includes pre-pointe and introduction to pointe)
Cost
$185 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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, 5:30 – 7:15 p.m. with Lise Hearn at the Plainfield studio
- Wednesday, 6 – 8 p.m. with Vanessa Schuldt at the Plainfield studio (includes pre-pointe and introduction to pointe)
- Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. with Vanessa Schuldt at the Plainfield studio (includes pre-pointe and introduction to pointe)
Cost
$250 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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, 7:15 – 9 p.m. with Lise Hearn at the Plainfield studio
- Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. with Emily Miser at the Danville studio
- Saturday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. with Vanessa Schuldt at the Plainfield studio
Cost
$250 per month plus a $70 registration fee
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