Dance Training Center-The Ballet School of San Francisco

Designed for the student balancing multiple interests and academics! Students must have completed at least one year of DTC Level 4 or the equivalent at another studio.

Level 5 offers two tracks: for students balancing dance with other interests and pre-professional for those pursuing dance at at the highest level. Students have pointe class, variations, and technique.

Level 4 is for dedicated dancers, with five weekly classes, pointe work, and rehearsals to refine technique and artistry.

Level 3 is a pivotal stage where dancers take their skills to the next level. With Levels 3B and 3C, students take classes (3-4 classes per week) and begin pre-pointe/pointe training.

Level 2 Ballet strengthens fundamentals with 1-2 classes per week, refining technique and confidence along the way!

Level 1 Ballet (ages 4-7) is a fun, foundational class where young dancers build technique, coordination, and confidence one step at a time!

Ballet Prelude is an advanced program for dedicated dancers ages 15+ who are committed to rigorous training and artistic growth. It is designed for the young dancer striving to be a professional or dance major in college. Audition is required to join. Students at this level are expected to fully participate in all scheduled classes and rehearsals, maintaining a high standard of discipline, technique, and professionalism. This level emphasizes advanced ballet technique, pointe work, and performance readiness, with additional training in pas de deux and contemporary dance.

Designed for ages 13+, in Level 5, the ballet technique advances into more refinement and difficulty of combinations and pointe work. Level 5 is for students focused on a future in dance, willing to commit significant time to technical mastery and performance preparation.

Our dedicated boys’ program is designed for ages 12+ so they can have extra, specific, teaching for boys in addition to the standard Level 4 and above classes. All boys students have the opportunity to perform in Fall Classic, Nutcracker, and Spring Concert.

Our dedicated boys’ program is designed for ages 12+ so they can have extra, specific, teaching for boys in addition to the standard Level 4 and above classes. All boys students have the opportunity to perform in Fall Classic, Nutcracker, and Spring Concert.

Designed for ages 11-14, Level 4 Ballet is where dedication meets progress! With classes five days per week, dancers refine technique, build strength, and take on challenging choreography. Level 4 students acquire full knowledge of barre and center work while advancing strength in pointe work. Rehearsals help to develop confidence and performance skills.

Designed for Ages 6-8, Level 2 Ballet builds on the fundamentals of Level 1, offering young dancers the opportunity to refine technique, coordination, and musicality. Classes focus on proper alignment, strength, and artistry helping students develop confidence and discipline.

Designed for the student balancing multiple interests and academics! Students must have completed at least one year of DTC Level 4 or the equivalent at another studio.

Level 5 offers two tracks: for students balancing dance with other interests and pre-professional for those pursuing dance at at the highest level. Students have pointe class, variations, and technique.

Level 4 is for dedicated dancers, with five weekly classes, pointe work, and rehearsals to refine technique and artistry.

Level 3 is a pivotal stage where dancers take their skills to the next level. With Levels 3B and 3C, students take classes (3-4 classes per week) and begin pre-pointe/pointe training.

Whether you've spent your entire summer dancing or vacationing, every student can use a little tune-up before the school year begins...Back to School Prep classes are for you! A two hour, daily dose of technique, pointe class, and Progressing Ballet Technique are just what you need to get back in to dancing shape and start the year off right.

Advanced Summer Prep was born out of Artistic Director Julianne Spratlin's experience as a trainer at Active Care Physical Therapy and her own summer dance experiences. Freedom to dance several hours per day for several weeks of the summer sounds like heaven to most ballet students! But those long hours can be challenging and lead to injury and frustration for the young dancer who is not prepared for such intensive study. ASP was developed to prevent injury and prepare more advanced students for their intensives, sending them off mentally and physically ready to make the most of their summer programs.

The Intermediate / Advanced classes are designed for adult ballet dancers who have already achieved a high level of technical skill or have danced professionally, offering these skilled dancers an ideal venue to hone and further their skills. We also welcome motivated intermediate-level dancers to attend these classes.

A unique opportunity to learn excerpts from Liam Scarlett’s ballets with Joseph Walsh and Lauren Strongin.

Excerpts from Napoli, William Tell and Flower Festival with Kristin Long.

Our Beginning Ballet class is designed especially for adults wishing to learn the fundamentals of classical ballet. No experience or prior knowledge of ballet is required. Every class is tailored to the students in attendance, with no set syllabus.

Our Beginning Ballet class is designed especially for adults wishing to learn the fundamentals of classical ballet. No experience or prior knowledge of ballet is required. Every class is tailored to the students in attendance, with no set syllabus

Our Advanced Beginning Ballet class is for adults students who understand the fundamentals of classical ballet, have some dancing experience, and are ready to move along a little faster. Not recommended for absolute beginners.

The Beginner Summer Intensive is the fun way for the student to continue dancing over the summer and to experience more than just classical ballet. The classes include Berg Method, Technique, Pre-pointe, Contemporary, and Anatomy for dancers.

The Advanced Summer Intensive is created to challenge and refine the students technique while learning new and interesting styles of dance. The classes include Berg Method, Technique, Pointe, Variations, Men’s Class, Contemporary, Progressing Ballet Technique, Anatomy for Dancers, and partnering (pending dancer availability).

The Intermediate Summer Intensive is crafted with the intention of advancing the skills and confidence of the young dancer who is ready to hone their technique and artistry. Courses include Berg Method floor barre, Pilates, Technique, and Pointe/Pre-Pointe daily; other courses include Men’s class, Variations, Improvisation, Contemporary, Dance History, Progressing Ballet Technique, Anatomy for Dancers, and partnering (pending dancer availability).