Marin Conservatory of Dance

Southern Marin's only Classical Ballet Conservatory! This establishment offers classical ballet training.

One complimentary Trial / Placement class is available for new students. If dancers need to take a second placement class at another level, that class is $20.

Our Private Coaching Program provides one-on-one training tailored to each dancer's needs. We also offer private Coaching online! The private Coaching is a one-hour session generally scheduled for the weekend. We assess the dancer and tailor the lesson towards what will enhance their dancing. This includes correct placement, alignment, correcting movement patterns, and understanding proper technique and how to execute it. We work on conditioning exercises using Pilates, strength training for dancers, and flexibility. This gives dancers the tools to prevent injuries, which prepares them for a healthy dance journey. The Private Coaching program is for dancers who want to improve, excel, and become the best dancer they can be. Also, dancers need Coaching for competitions, college audition preparation, summer program video submissions, pre-professional programs, and choreography. We begin private Coaching at the age of nine. You DO NOT have to be a student at MCD to benefit from the Private Coaching Program. We also coach adults and dancers returning to ballet after a hiatus.

Youth Program. Performing 'Spring Showcase' on June 1st at Novato High School Performing Arts Center. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume & Rental Fees - $325. This class includes Ballet 4xs a week - four 90 minute classes; Pointe/Variation 3xs a week - three 60 minute classes /Pilates Reformer Classes 2x a week -30 minute classes / Total of 9.75 hours per week. Pointe and Stretch class are required, for a 20-week session.

Youth Program. Performing 'Spring Showcase' on June 1st at Novato High School Performing Arts Center. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume & Rental Fees - $325. This class includes Ballet 4xs a week - four 90 minute classes; Pointe/Variation 3xs a week - three 60 minute classes /Pilates Reformer Classes 2x a week -30 minute classes / Total of 9.75 hours per week. Pointe and Stretch class are required, for a 20- week session.

Youth Program. Performing 'Spring Showcase' on June 1st at Novato High School Performing Arts Center. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume & Rental Fees - $325. This class includes Ballet 3xs a week - three 90 minute classes; Pointe 3x a week - three 60 minute classes. 1 hour Contemporary class Pilates Reformer Classes 2x a week -30 minute classes /Total of 9.5 hours per week. Pointe and Stretch Classes are required, for a 20-week session.

Youth Program. Performing 'Spring Showcase' on June 1st at Novato High School Performing Arts Center. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume & Rental Fees - $325. This class includes Ballet 3xs a week - three 90 minute technique classes and Beginning Pointe 1x a week -one 45 minute class / 1 hour Contemporary class / Total of 6.25 hours per week, for a 20-week session.

Youth Program. Performing 'Spring Showcase' on June 1st at Novato High School Performing Arts Center. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume & Rental Fees - $325. This class includes 3xs a week - 75 minute classes, 1x a week 30 minute Demi- Pointe class / 1 hour Contemporary class/ Total of 5.25 hours per week, for a 20- week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This is a 60 - 75 minute class, 1x a week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This is a 60 minute class, 1x a week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This class includes 1 - 1 hour class and 30 minute Demi Pointe/ 1-1 hour Stretch, with an Optional Contemporary Class, totaling 5 hours per week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This class is offered 2x a week for 60 minute classes, totaling 2 hours per week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This class is offered 2xs a week for 60 minute classes, totaling 2 hours per week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This class is offered 2xs a week for 60 minute classes, totaling 2 hours per week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This class is offered 1xs a week for 60 minute classes, totaling 1 hour per week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $250 and is included in tuition when registering. This is a 60 minute class, 1x a week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $125 and is included in tuition when registering. This is a 60 minute class, 1x a week, for a 20-week class session.

Performing Classes Spring 26' Session (January 5th- June 5th 2026). Students must enroll in all classes required per level we do not offer modified schedules. Performance / Rehearsal / Costume Fee - $125 and is included in tuition when registering.

Pre-Ballet is for ages 3.5 -4.5 years old with little to no previous ballet experience. This class is a structured introduction to movement. Some basic positions and terminology is introduced. Each class begins with a warm-up that includes stretching and strengthening exercises, center exercises, and locomotive exercises. Age-appropriate ballet etiquette is introduced. All children entering Pre Ballet should display readiness for a classroom setting without a parent present and follow the class structure.

Adult / Teen Beginner Ballet (Drop In Class ages 14+)

Level 2C is for ages 9-11 years old, with three-five years of previous ballet experience.This class continues to build upon the basic principles of classical ballet, as well as pre-pointe conditioning and Demi pointe training.

Level 1A is for ages 6-8 years old with one year to no previous ballet experience. This level contains increased stretching and conditioning skills, increased time learning at the barre and basic center work. Proper basic technique, posture/alignment are strongly emphasized, as well as coordination, musicality and class etiquette. This level only requires one time a week which is ideal for the recreational dancer!

Demi- Pointe prep in Fall 4:30-5:00pm

Level 1B is for ages 7-9 years old. This class continues to build the foundation of classical ballet training for returning MCD students from Level 1A. Formal ballet training and technique / discipline of classical ballet are taught in an age-appropriate manner in a nurturing environment.

Level 4 is for ages 13+ with multiple years of previous ballet experience. This class builds upon intermediate principles, pointe work, and variation classes, Reformer Pilates and contemporary class.

Level 1C is for ages 7-9 years old, with at least two years previous ballet experience. This class meets twice week. Formal ballet training that includes conditioning, stretching, barre work and center work. This level has a heavy focus on posture and alignment, which helps carry a student through more advanced material in the future.

Pointe 6:30 pm-7:00 pm

Pilates Reformer Class 7:00-7:30pm

Level 2B is for ages 9-12 years old, with two-four years of previous ballet experience.This class continues to build upon the basic principles of classical ballet, as well as pre pointe conditioning and Demi pointe training. Students in this level are required to attend stretch and strength class to condition their bodies in a healthy manner for the rigors of ballet.

Level 3B is for ages 11+ years old with five +years of previous ballet experience. This class continues to integrate basic foundation with more complexity, advancing to intermediate principles, as well as pointe. Pilates Mat work, stretch, and contemporary class.

This class is conditioning exercises which prepare their feet for soft Demi pointe shoes. Each student is individually examined.

Pointe 5:30 pm -6:00 pm

Level 5/6 is for ages 14 + years old. This class works on advanced principles, pointe work, and variation classes, Reformer Pilates and contemporary class.

Pointe 7:00-7:45 pm

Pointe 7:15-7:45 pm

Level 1 is for age 5 years old with little to no previous ballet experience. Level 1 begins an introduction to a more formal classical ballet education, class structure and etiquette. Students continue to learn foundational positions and terminology. Class begins with conditioning exercises for flexibility and strength, followed by center barre, center work, and locomotive work. By the end of the School Session in June, the class is introduced to working at the ballet barre.

Open Adult / Teen Drop-In Ballet ( Intermediate) This is not a beginning-level class; previous experience is required* Weekly Drop-In Class

Adult/Teen Intermediate Ballet (Drop In Class ages 14+)

Open Drop-In Ballet (Beginning Ballet ) Weekly Drop-In Class

Level 2A is for ages 8-10. basic prior experience required, two -three years previous ballet experience. This class meets twice week and builds upon the basic principles of classical ballet from the previous levels.

Level 3A is for ages 11+ years old with four +years of previous ballet experience. This class continues to integrate basic foundation with more complexity, advancing to intermediate principles, as well as beginning pointe. Pilates Mat work, stretch, and contemporary class.

Explore the freedom of movement in this contemporary dance class, blending classical technique with modern creativity. Dancers will develop strength, artistry, and emotional connection through dynamic warm-ups, fluid floor work, and expressive choreography. This class inspires individuality and movement exploration!

Pilates Reformer Class 6:00- 6:30pm

Explore the freedom of movement in this contemporary dance class, blending classical technique with modern creativity. Dancers will develop strength, artistry, and emotional connection through dynamic warm-ups, fluid floor work, and expressive choreography. This class inspires individuality and movement exploration!

Pilates Reformer Class 5:00-5:30pm

Pilates Reformer Class 5:30-6:00pm

Pointe 7:30-8:00 pm

Beginning Pointe 5:30-6:00pm

Open Adult / Teen Drop-In Ballet (Advanced Beginning / Intermediate) This is not a beginning-level class; previous experience is required* Weekly Drop-In Class

Pointe 7:15pm - 8:00pm

Pre Teen Summer Intensive (PTSI) is for students 11+ and is required for advancement in the Fall. Previous dance experience is required. Classes are led by MCD Staff who are nurturing, friendly, and professional. TSI includes a ballet technique class, stretch, conditioning, pointe work and demi-pointe work for dancers who are not en pointe. Classes will be held from 9:00 am- 1:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Youth Summer Intensive (YSI) is for ages 9-11 years old. Previous dance experience required. Camp is led by Ms. Leilani and Ms. Melinda who are nurturing, friendly and professional.. YSI includes ballet technique class, stretch, conditioning and demi-pointe class, and ballet history lessons. Classes will be held from 9:00am- 1:00pm Monday through Friday culminating with a showing on Friday!

Youth Summer Intensive (YSI) is for ages 9-11. Previous dance experience is required. Ms. Leilani and Ms. Melinda, who are nurturing, friendly, and professional, lead the camp. YSI includes ballet technique class, stretch, conditioning and demi-pointe class, and ballet history lessons. Classes will be held from 9:00am- 1:00pm Monday through Friday culminating with a showing on Friday!

Children's Summer Intensive (CSI) is for ages 8-11 years old. Previous dance experience required. The camp is led by Ms. Leilani and Ms. Melinda, nurturing, friendly, and professional. CSI includes ballet technique class, stretch, conditioning, and ballet history lessons. Classes will be held from 9:00 am- 12:00pm Monday through Friday, culminating with a showing on Friday!

Children's Summer Intensive (CSI) is for ages 8-11 years old. Previous dance experience required. The camp is led by Ms. Leilani and Ms. Melinda, nurturing, friendly, and professional. CSI includes ballet technique class, stretch, conditioning, and ballet history lessons. Classes will be held from 9:00 am- 12:00pm Monday through Friday, culminating with a showing on Friday!

Ballet Summer Camp is for ages 6-8 years old. Previous dance experience not required! The camp is led by Ms. Leilani who is nurturing, friendly, fun, and professional. Summer Camp includes one-hour ballet class, one-hour stretch class, 15-minute snack break, 45 minute classical repertoire learning about a famous ballet like Firebird, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake and crafts. Classes will be held from 9:00am- 12pm Monday through Friday.

Ballet Summer Camp is for ages 6-8 years old. Previous dance experience not required! The camp is led by Ms. Leilani who is nurturing, friendly, fun, and professional. Summer Camp includes one-hour ballet class, one-hour stretch class, 15-minute snack break, 45 minute classical repertoire learning about a famous ballet like Firebird, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake and crafts. Classes will be held from 9:00am- 12pm Monday through Friday.

Tiny Tutu Summer Camp is for children ages 4-5. Previous dance experience is not required. The camp is led by MCD Staff who are nurturing, friendly, fun, and professional. Summer Camp includes a 60-minute ballet class, 15-minute snack time, 75-minute crafts, and ballet story time learning about a famous ballet! Classes will be held from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Tiny Tutu Summer Camp is for children ages 4-5. Previous dance experience is not required. The camp is led by MCD Staff who are nurturing, friendly, fun, and professional. Summer Camp includes a 60-minute ballet class, 15-minute snack time, 75-minute crafts, and ballet story time learning about a famous ballet! Classes will be held from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm Monday through Friday.

MCD Summer Intensive with Weekly Guest Teachers. This Intensive is for trained dancers ages 13-1 with several years of previous dance experience. We only offer two-week sessions. Students will begin each day with ballet technique. After lunch, dancers will have either pointe/variation contemporary, flexibility/stretch, or variations/choreography. We now include Reformer Pilates training in our intensive! Classes will be held from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.