
Kansas City Ballet
Address
9415 Nall Avenue
Prairie Village, Kansas 66207
Opening Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
About Kansas City Ballet
Kansas City Ballet is a dance studio serving the Prairie Village community in Kansas. Based at 9415 Nall Avenue in Prairie Village, Kansas, the studio provides quality dance instruction for students of all ages and abilities. From beginners taking their first steps to experienced dancers refining their technique, Kansas City Ballet offers a supportive environment where every student can develop their skills and passion for dance. The studio focuses on building strong technical foundations while fostering creativity and artistic expression in each dancer.
Styles offered at Kansas City Ballet
Programs from Kansas City Ballet
182 programs available
Classes
Adaptive Dance
This class offers a welcoming environment for students of various ages to explore dance in an adaptive and inclusive setting.
Pre-Professional Division
This division is for serious students aged 11-19, providing intensive training designed to prepare them for professional dance careers.
Intermediate & Advanced
Targeted towards students aged 11-19, this class offers rigorous training in intermediate and advanced ballet techniques and performance.
Preparatory
This program is for students aged 9-14, offering advanced training that prepares them for higher levels of dance study and performance.
Primary
Aimed at students aged 7-13, this level builds upon basic techniques and introduces more complex choreography suitable for this age group.
Children's
This class is designed for children aged 2-7, focusing on foundational dance movements and fostering early development.
Open Division Dance Classes for Teens & Adults
At KC Ballet School, we believe dance is for everyone, including teens and adults with little or no dance experience. The class schedule is flexible and you can take as many classes as your schedule allows. Enjoy the fun and fitness of dance! Our drop-in classes meet weekly and you can attend any or all of the classes that suit your interests or level of ability.
Adaptive Dance
KC Ballet Adaptive Dance programs offer creative movement and ballet classes in an open and supportive environment for children and adults. Younger students will experience rhythmic activities guided by our team to stimulate fine and gross motor skills and speech and language development, as well as sensory, visual and auditory processing skills. Teens and adults will experience a traditional ballet class in an open and supportive environment. Class sizes are limited.
R.O.A.D Residency Program
Kansas City Ballet’s nationally recognized dance residency program is being offered to new schools for the 2026-2027 season. Weekly movement classes and end-of-semester R.O.A.D. Rallies are offered during the academic year in elementary schools, during the school day.
Pre Ballet B
This pre-ballet class is for students who are 7 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Pre Ballet A
This pre-ballet class is for students who are 6 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Fundamentals of Dance
This foundational class is for students who are 5 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Creative Movement B
This class is suitable for children who are 4 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Creative Movement A
This class is designed for children who are 3 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Dance with Me
This class is for children who are 2 years old as determined by their age on August 31st of the school year.
Summer Adaptive Dance Ages 14+
Teens and adults will experience a traditional ballet class in an open and supportive environment. Class sizes are limited.
Summer Adaptive Dance Ages 8-13
Teens and adults will experience a traditional ballet class in an open and supportive environment. Class sizes are limited.
Summer Adaptive Dance Ages 3-7
Younger students will experience rhythmic activities guided by our team to stimulate fine and gross motor skills and speech and language development, as well as sensory, visual and auditory processing skills.
Summer & Fall Prep Classes
Students participating in our Summer & Fall Prep programs will be challenged and supported in classes with our outstanding faculty. Classes are available each summer at our Bolender Center campus.
Preparatory Division 10-14
Students participating in our Preparatory Division summer program classes will have the opportunity to develop their technique and artistry, growing as dancers with the support of our outstanding faculty. Classes are available each summer at both our Bolender Center and South Campus.
Level 2
Level 1
Pre-Ballet
Fundamentals
Creative Movement
Dance with Me
Prep Classes
Prep Classes are designed for students in the secondary and pre-professional division to enhance their dance skills.
Level 3
Level 3 class offers advanced training for students in the preparatory division.
Level 2
Level 2 class is for dancers aged 7 years and older, continuing their dance education.
Level 1
Level 1 class is for dancers aged 7-9 years old, providing further training in dance techniques.
Summer Pre-Ballet
Summer Pre-Ballet class is offered to children aged 6-7 years old, which is approximately 1st grade, introducing them to ballet.
Summer Fundamentals of Dance
Summer Fundamentals of Dance class is for children aged 5-6 years old, corresponding to kindergarten age, building a foundation in dance.
Summer Creative Movement
Summer Creative Movement class is suitable for children aged 3-5 years old, focusing on pre-school age development through imaginative movement.
Summer Dance with Me
Summer Dance with Me class is designed for young dancers aged 2-3 years old, providing an introductory experience to movement and dance.
ChoreoLab
More detailed information will be provided to students once their registration is complete.
Yoga
Tap
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Pilates Reformer
Modern
Jazz
Flamenco
DANCEFIX
Contemporary
BeMoved
Ballet Bod
Ballet
Silver Tap
For dancers ages 60+. Remember that tap class you had growing up? Want to learn how to tap dance? Grab a pair of tap shoes and join us! Tap shoes are required for this class.
Advanced Tap
This quick-paced class is challenging with a mix of tap styles: soft shoe, Broadway, and contemporary rhythm. Pre-requisites include Time Steps (Single Rhythm, Double Rhythm, Triple Rhythm, Soft shoe, Waltz Clog, and Military), Cramp roll, Paddle and roll, Riffs (4 counts, 5 counts, 6 counts), Shim Sham. If you are not familiar with any of the steps above, with prior tap experience, you should be able to pick it up in one session.
Intermediate Tap
This class will transition you from a beginner to an intermediate tapper. Pre-requisites include knowledge and proper execution of the difference between a “flap” and a “shuffle”; the basic soft shoe, and confidence to move up to the next level. Classwork will include various time steps and breaks; development into the more advanced soft shoe; heel and toe drop, paddle and roll.
Beginning Tap
Learn the basics of tap in a fun and friendly environment. This class is designed for those new to tap dancing.
Open Division
KCB School’s Open Division is passionate about helping you to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle. Our high-quality classes appeal to the diversity of our community. We offer classes that are current and cutting edge for everyone from the beginner to the more advanced participant and strive to provide a meaningful, enjoyable, and memorable experience every time.
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students’ technique by focusing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance.
Modern Dance
Guided by the clarity and discipline of Taylor, Graham, and Lewitzky traditions, this weekly class blends classical precision with contemporary expression. Co-instructors Latra Wilson and Winston Dynamite Brown lead dancers in refining technique, deepening body awareness, and expanding artistic range.
Classic Jazz
This class will feature a brief warm up from the Luigi (Eugene Louis Faccuito) Jazz Dance Technique. Based in ballet, Luigi Jazz Dance Technique is a restorative technique that builds strength, promotes stretching and focuses on moving from the inside out.
Jazz
Filled with inviting and invigorating energy, each class includes jazz warm-up, technical combinations, progressions, and choreography. Jazz shoes are required.
Flamenco
Participants will learn a wide variety of fiery Flamenco dance steps, rhythmic hand clapping, and how to exude attitude. It’s the most cost-effective trip to “Spain” you can find without leaving Kansas City.
DANCEFIX
DANCEFIX is a high-energy, adult dance workout class featuring original, diverse choreography by Heather and HBDC teachers. From hip-hop to jazz, Latin to lyrical, the choreography is fresh and fun for both new and experienced dancers. Each hour-long class consists of a short warmup, 10 dances that increase in cardio intensity, and a toning session. Each week students learn new choreography while continuing to work on 9 other dances.
Contemporary Dance
Beginner contemporary aims to ground ourselves and find expression in movement. The class is an hour and a half. It will begin with a mindfulness practice which will lead into guided improvisation, encouraging you to explore your own movement vocabulary and warm up your body. The class progresses through center and across the floor with exercises honing our contemporary technique. The class will end with a longer combination using concepts explored throughout class within phrase work.
BeMoved
BeMoved is an established dance experience designed by Sherry Zunker for adults of all movement abilities. With 18 unique dance genres, BeMoved inspires participants to embrace dance as a lifelong path to health, joy and fulfillment.
Ballet Bod
Pilates-based and ballet-inspired fitness designed for the ballerina within all of us. This graceful class is designed to help you strengthen your core, balance, mobility and overall strength. Come move with joy and purpose to feel better from the inside out.
Beg/int pointe
This class is for dancers who have a foundational understanding of ballet technique, preferably at an intermediate level. Class will begin with a 30–45-minute warm-up, leading into pointe work. At least some experience with pointe work is recommended and teacher approval is needed.
SILVER Ballet
For dancers ages 60+, you’ll move through ballet steps and stretches in a positive environment, in this class designed for the mature body. Ballet shoes are required.
Intermediate Ballet
For dancers with some ballet experience, this class will offer longer ballet combinations while continuing to expand on terminology and technique. This class will have a steady pace that will be fun and challenging.
Beginning Ballet
Designed for those with little ballet experience, this class will teach basic technique and terminology in a fun and positive environment. The class includes stretching, barre work, and steps that travel across the room.
Classical repertory
Classical repertory will be a focus of the Adult Ballet Summer Intensive, allowing dancers to learn and perform established ballet pieces.
Variations
Classes exploring ballet variations will be offered during the Adult Ballet Summer Intensive.
Conditioning methods including Pilates mat, yoga, and Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Conditioning methods such as Pilates mat, yoga, and Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) will be part of the intensive to support dancer wellness.
Men’s technique
Men's technique classes are included in the schedule for the Adult Ballet Summer Intensive.
Pointe/pre-pointe
Optional pointe and pre-pointe classes will be available as part of the Adult Ballet Summer Intensive curriculum.
Ballet technique
Ballet technique classes will be offered as part of the Adult Ballet Summer Intensive, focusing on the past, present, and future of ballet.
Adult Ballet Summer Intensive
This intensive is meant for adult dancers from around the country to come together and enjoy a week of dancing and learning as a community. Our wonderful KCBS faculty will support your goals, providing world class training in an upbeat environment. Live piano accompaniment will be a part of most classes in the program. The intensive will conclude with the opportunity to participate in an optional in-studio performance.
Trainee Program
The Second Company includes KCB II and the Trainee Program, both Professional Division products of Kansas City Ballet School. The Second Company provides talented young dancers a professional company experience as a prelude to their joining a professional company.
KCB II
The Second Company includes KCB II and the Trainee Program, both Professional Division products of Kansas City Ballet School. The Second Company provides talented young dancers a professional company experience as a prelude to their joining a professional company.
Adaptive Dance
Students will experience a traditional ballet class in an open, supportive, accessible environment. Students will continue to expand their ballet knowledge by learning more complex steps and combinations. Steps previously introduced will evolve and incorporate different positions, patterning and coordination. Students will also continue to increase their ballet vocabulary. Class sizes are limited.
Adaptive Dance
Students will be introduced to a traditional ballet class in an open, supportive, and accessible environment. Dancers will be introduced to beginner ballet steps both at the barre and center. Stretching, coordination, strength building, and musicality will be major components in the students’ dance education while continuing to support fine and gross motor skills and speech and language development, as well as sensory, visual and auditory processing skills. Class sizes are limited.
Adaptive Dance
Students will experience a fun-filled, supportive, and accessible classroom to explore movement and music. Students will experience rhythmic activities guided by our team to stimulate fine and gross motor skills and speech and language development, as well as sensory, visual and auditory processing skills. Classwork is designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Class sizes are limited.
Ballet (Male Identifying Students)
Ballet classes for male-identifying students, requiring a uniform shirt, grey tights, dance belt, white socks, and white ballet shoes. A notebook is required.
Character
Character classes for male-identifying students, requiring black character shoes.
Conditioning
Conditioning classes for both female and male-identifying students, requiring a blue Thera-band and a yoga mat.
Flamenco/Character
Flamenco/Character classes for female-identifying students, requiring a black flamenco skirt and black character shoes.
Flamenco
Flamenco classes for female-identifying students, requiring a black flamenco skirt and black character shoes.
Modern
Modern classes for female-identifying students, requiring black convertible tights.
Contemporary
Contemporary classes for both female and male-identifying students, requiring black dance socks and optional knee pads.
Jazz
Jazz classes for both female and male-identifying students, requiring black convertible tights (for females) and black slip-on jazz shoes.
Pointe/Variations
Pointe/Variations classes for female-identifying students, requiring a specific mesh wrap skirt and sewn pointe shoes.
Ballet
Ballet classes for female-identifying students, requiring specific leotards, convertible tights, and ballet shoes. Sewing pointe shoes is mandatory for Pointe/Variations.
Conditioning
Pointe/Variations
Pointe
Female students begin pointe work in Level 4; this milestone step in a young dancer’s training requires a slow, methodical approach to ensure that the strength needed to dance on pointe successfully is addressed.
Ballet
Classes for this level meet four days a week. In this level, students should expect to strengthen and expand their technique, building stamina and broadening their repertoire of ballet steps. Female students begin pointe work in Level 4; this milestone step in a young dancer’s training requires a slow, methodical approach to ensure that the strength needed to dance on pointe successfully is addressed. Gentlemen in this level will have a men’s class once a week, in addition to their usual technique classes. Students should expect two consecutive years of study for completion of Level 4.
Pre-Pointe
Girls will begin to study pre-pointe work, which is a practice designed to prepare them for pointe shoes in Level 4.
Ballet
Girls will begin to study pre-pointe work, which is a practice designed to prepare them for pointe shoes in Level 4. Gentlemen in this level will have a boys class once per week, in addition to their usual technique classes.
Ballet (Male Identifying Students)
Ballet attire for male identifying students including shirt, shorts, socks, and ballet shoes.
Ballet (Female Identifying Students)
Ballet attire for female identifying students including leotard, tights, and ballet shoes.
Level 2 Ballet
Elevated expectations meet your child as they enter Level 2. Classes for this level meet twice a week for one and a half hours. Steps previously introduced will evolve and incorporate different positions, patterning and coordination. Students will also continue to increase their ballet vocabulary.
Level 1 - Ages 7 to 9
Level 1 is the first level of academic ballet training at Kansas City Ballet School. Classes for this level meet twice a week for one hour and fifteen minutes. Upon entering Level 1 students are expected to have a respect for the classroom and learning process. Dancers will be introduced to elementary ballet steps both at the barre and center. Stretching, coordination, strength building, and musicality will be major components in the students’ dance education.
Pre-Ballet
Pre-Ballet is designed to fully transition the student from creative dance forms to a classical ballet class. As students advance from Fundamentals of Dance, new exciting opportunities and standards await them. Ballet terminology, class structure, and introductory steps will be introduced in this course. Pre-Ballet emphasizes creative expression through movement to music. Ballet shoes are required for this level. Classes meet once a week for an hour and a half.
Fundamentals of Dance - Age 5
Fundamentals of Dance will introduce the child to the structure of a dance class, transitioning them towards Pre-Ballet. Fundamentals of Dance expands on the elements and practices of Creative Movement. Quality of movement, the intricacy of patterns and expectations are elevated for the maturing child. While dance elements are further developed, imagery, musicality, creative thinking, spatial awareness, and teamwork continue to be emphasized.
Creative Movement B
Creative Movement A
Creative Movement - Ages 3 to 4
Creative Movement is specially designed for preschool students. This course explores both the creative and physical dimensions of each child as they gain awareness of music, rhythm, and movement. Classwork is designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Through classroom activities, children refine motor skills and develop the creative process through the use of imagery and props.
Dance with Me
Join your student in a fun-filled classroom where we explore movement, music and ballet storytime. Designed for 2-3-year-olds, this class prepares young dancers for our Creative Movement classes. Class meets once a week for 45 minutes. A parent or guardian must accompany the student during class.
Adaptive Dance
KC Ballet Adaptive Dance Programs offer creative movement and ballet classes in an open and supportive environment for children and adults. Younger students will experience rhythmic activities guided by our team to stimulate fine and gross motor skills and speech and language development, as well as sensory, visual and auditory processing skills. Teens and adults will experience a traditional ballet class in an open and supportive environment. Class sizes are limited.
Pre-Pro Daytime
Pre-Professional Daytime classes are intensive dance programs offered during the day for students focused on pursuing a professional dance career.
Pre-Pro Evening
Pre-Professional Evening classes are intensive dance programs offered in the evening for students aspiring to a professional career in dance.
Advanced
Advanced dance classes are designed for highly skilled students who have demonstrated mastery of intermediate techniques and are seeking challenging performance opportunities.
Intermediate
Intermediate level dance classes are for students who have developed a strong foundation and are ready for more complex choreography and technique.
Level 4
Level 4 classes represent a higher level of dance training within the Academy program.
Level 3
Level 3 classes offer more advanced dance instruction for students who have progressed through the earlier levels.
Level 2
Level 2 classes continue the dance training progression, suitable for students who have mastered the fundamentals of Level 1.
Level 1
Level 1 classes are part of the Academy program, designed for students at the first level of technical development in dance.
Pre Ballet
Pre Ballet classes are for children aged 6 to 7 years old, generally in 1st grade, providing foundational training in ballet techniques.
Fundamentals of Dance
Fundamentals of Dance classes are suitable for children aged 5 to 6 years old, typically in Kindergarten, introducing basic dance concepts and techniques.
Creative Movement
Creative Movement classes are for children aged 3 to 5 years old, often referred to as pre-school age, focusing on imaginative exploration of movement and rhythm.
Dance with Me
Dance with Me classes are designed for the youngest dancers, typically aged 2 to 3 years old, providing an introductory experience to movement and music in a fun and engaging environment.
Conditioning
Blue Thera-band Yoga Mat
Contemporary
Black dance socks (recommended: Capezio Lifeknit Sox II or Blochsox Dance Socks) Optional: Danznmotion or Eurotard knee pads in black or tan
Jazz
Black slip-on Jazz Shoes
Ballet
Ballet class notebook to be used to write down corrections & self-reflections. Can also be used to take notes if observing class.
Performances
*NEW* “Blackberry” colored Eleve mesh “Wrap Skirt”
Modern
Black convertible tights
Jazz
Black convertible tights Black slip-on jazz shoes
Men's Class
Gentlemen in this level will have a men’s class once a week, in addition to their usual technique classes.
Pointe Class
Ladies will have pointe class four days a week.
Advanced Ballet
Advanced Level dancers will build upon intermediate level technique and artistry in ballet and other dance disciplines. Classes for this level meet five days a week. Advanced dancers will continue to broaden their knowledge base, growing in both artistry and technique.
men’s class
Ladies will have pointe class four days a week. Gentlemen in this level will have a men’s class once a week, in addition to their usual technique classes.
Pointe class
Ladies will have pointe class four days a week. Gentlemen in this level will have a men’s class once a week, in addition to their usual technique classes.
Ballet technique
Intermediate dancers will carry a rigorous course load consisting of ballet technique, and other dance disciplines. Classes for this level meet five days a week.
pointe
Female students will be introduced to pre-pointe and pointe. Students will enjoy the addition of new dance disciplines such as jazz and modern. Many classes are taught to live piano accompaniment, a crucial element in developing the child’s understanding of the relationship between music and movement.
pre-pointe
Female students will be introduced to pre-pointe and pointe. Students will enjoy the addition of new dance disciplines such as jazz and modern. Many classes are taught to live piano accompaniment, a crucial element in developing the child’s understanding of the relationship between music and movement.
modern
Students will enjoy the addition of new dance disciplines such as jazz and modern. Many classes are taught to live piano accompaniment, a crucial element in developing the child’s understanding of the relationship between music and movement.
jazz
Students will enjoy the addition of new dance disciplines such as jazz and modern. Many classes are taught to live piano accompaniment, a crucial element in developing the child’s understanding of the relationship between music and movement.
Level 2 (Ages 7+)
Level 1 (Ages 7-9)
Kids Dance Classes in Kansas City
The Primary Division is where formal training begins. When completed in succession, it lays the foundation of our curriculum and the technique of classical ballet. The focus is on developing strong, coordinated, inquisitive students who have the ability to display the essence of ballet through the use of energy in their entire body.
Fundamentals of Dance
Dance With Me
Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice that involves physical poses, concentration, and deep breathing.
Tap
This quick-paced class is challenging with a mix of tap styles: soft shoe, Broadway, and contemporary rhythm.
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT)
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students' technique by focusing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance.
Pilates
Enjoy a full Pilates studio with state-of-the-art Pilates equipment. Regardless of your fitness level, you will feel comfortable in our private Pilates studio. We teach ALL people.
Modern
Guided by the clarity and discipline of Taylor, Graham, and Lewitzky traditions, this weekly class blends classical precision with contemporary expression. Co-instructors Latra Wilson and Winston Dynamite Brown lead dancers in refining technique, deepening body awareness, and expanding artistic range.
Jazz
There is no experience necessary for this upbeat introduction to Jazz dance. Filled with inviting and invigorating energy, each class includes jazz warm-up, technical combinations, progressions, and choreography.
Flamenco
Participants will learn a wide variety of fiery Flamenco dance steps, rhythmic hand clapping, and how to exude attitude.
BeMoved
BeMoved is a dance experience for adults of all abilities, featuring 18 dance genres. It's designed to inspire lifelong health, joy, and community.
DANCEFIX
From hip-hop to jazz, Latin to lyrical, the choreography is fresh and fun for both new and experienced dancers. Each hour-long class consists of a short warmup, 10 dances that increase in cardio intensity, and a toning session. Each week students learn new choreography while continuing to work on 9 other dances.
Contemporary
Beginner contemporary aims to ground ourselves and find expression in movement. The class is an hour and a half. It will begin with a mindfulness practice which will lead into guided improvisation, encouraging you to explore your own movement vocabulary and warm up your body. The class progresses through center and across the floor with exercises honing our contemporary technique. The class will end with a longer combination using concepts explored throughout class within phrase work. Adaptions are encouraged and welcome in class! All bodies and people are welcome in space.
Ballet Bod
Ballet Bod is a Pilates-based and ballet-inspired fitness method, founded by Jenny Schmidt and designed for the ballerina within all of us. This graceful class is designed to help you strengthen your core, balance, mobility and overall strength. Come move with joy and purpose to feel better from the inside out.
Ballet
We offer Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced classes in Ballet. All classes listed include barre, center work, and stretching.
Professional Division
The Professional Division includes KCB II and the Trainee Program, known as Kansas City Ballet's Second Company. Our program provides talented young dancers a professional company experience as a prelude to their becoming a professional dancer.
Open Division Classes
The Open Division offers classes that are open to teens and adults with all levels of experience. The class schedule is flexible and students can take as many or as few classes as their schedule allows.
Academy Program
The Academy program offers a complete, professional curriculum for students. Our mission is to provide excellence in dance training to a diverse body of students.
Ballet
Steps previously introduced will evolve and incorporate different positions, patterning and coordination. Students will also continue to increase their ballet vocabulary. Level 2 R.O.A.D. students will take part in Evaluation classes in the spring semester to determine their placement for the following year.
Jazz
Steps previously introduced will evolve and incorporate different positions, patterning and coordination. Students will also continue to increase their ballet vocabulary. Level 2 R.O.A.D. students will take part in Evaluation classes in the spring semester to determine their placement for the following year.
Pilates Mat
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Pilates Mat.
Progressing Ballet Technique
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Progressing Ballet Technique.
Contemporary
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Contemporary.
Jazz
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Jazz.
Modern
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Modern.
Variations
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Variations.
Repertory
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Repertory.
Men’s Class
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Men’s Class.
Pre-Pointe or Pointe
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Pre-Pointe or Pointe (prior pointe experience required).
Ballet Technique
All dancers will attend class Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. Students will be divided into three levels for classes. Classes for 2026 may include Ballet Technique.
Trainee Classes
The Trainee Program aims to nurture and develop the technical skills and artistry of young aspiring post-secondary dancers. This will ultimately prepare them for a professional dance career by bridging the gap between the student and KCB II.
Trainee Ballet Technique
The Trainee Program aims to nurture and develop the technical skills and artistry of young aspiring post-secondary dancers. This will ultimately prepare them for a professional dance career by bridging the gap between the student and KCB II.
Courses
Summer Dance Training
Join us for an enriching and educational ballet experience this Summer! Students participating in our Summer & Fall Prep programs will be challenged and supported in classes with our outstanding faculty.
Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive
Advanced training for aspiring ballet dancers through a curriculum rooted in classical ballet with exposure to a variety of dance disciplines. The program brings together the artistic staff and faculty of Kansas City Ballet with world-class guest instructors whose unmatched expertise helps prepare students for the demands of a professional career.
Ballet Technique, Pointe, Modern, Jazz/Fosse, Ballet History, PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique), Pas de Deux, and Improvisation
The Trainee class schedule runs from Tuesday – Saturday from late August to early May. Trainee classes may include: Ballet Technique, Pointe, Modern, Jazz/Fosse, Ballet History, PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique), Pas de Deux, and Improvisation.
Summer Intensive
Our five-week program offers students a highly concentrated curriculum at Kansas City Ballet’s award-winning facility, the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity.
Workshops
Family Dance
Family Dance provides a welcoming environment for people of all ages to come together, move, and have fun. These workshops foster strong intergenerational connections, helping families bond, build confidence, and create lasting memories through shared dance experiences. Whether designed for families or community groups, these workshops reflect Kansas City Ballet’s commitment to making dance accessible and fun for all!
Dance Workshops
Kansas City Ballet offers a range of dance workshops designed to engage participants of all ages through movement, creativity, and education. These workshops are led by Kansas City Ballet teaching artists and are available to families and community groups across the Kansas City area. For our community partners—including organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and senior living communities—workshops are thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs of each group. Participants explore creative movement, foundational dance concepts, and a variety of dance genres in sessions that promote self-expression, physical activity, and a deeper appreciation for dance.
classical ballet
Students will continue to take ballet classes and learn a section from a classical ballet in our summer workshops. These week-long workshops are an excellent way for your student to learn poise, balance, rhythm, taking instruction, and working with others, and more—all under the guidance of our professional, year-round dance faculty.
ChoreoLab: Makers and Movers
The MAKER TRACK is designed for emerging choreographers ages 18-24. Choreographers daily will work with a mentor, attend choreographic seminars, and rehearse on a piece of their creation for dancers attending the workshop. Dancers for the Workshop will be invited through an in person Summer Intensive Audition. Select dancers must be ages 17-22.
ChoreoLab: Makers and Movers
The ChoreoLab: Makers and Movers is a one week workshop taking place at the end of the Summer Intensive. It has 2 tracks: The Maker Track and The Mover Track. The Maker Track is open to student choreographers ages 18-24. Makers will have choreography seminars, be paired with a mentor, and work with Movers to create in a process oriented environment. Makers are NOT required to audition or attend the Summer Intensive but rather are selected through an application process. The Mover Track provides dancers ages 17-22 with an opportunity to simulate a company experience being engaged in rehearsal and creation processes. Dancers are selected and invited through an in person Summer Intensive Audition. The ChoreoLab will culminate in a showing at The Bolender Center.
Learn a new work
Full-Day participants will have the opportunity to learn a new work, with the option of performing this piece in a small, informal performance on the final day of the intensive.
Camps
Junior Summer Intensive
The Kansas City Ballet School’s Junior Summer Intensive is specifically designed with the young dancer in mind. This three-week program offers students a rigorous and comprehensive study of ballet technique and exposure to a broad variety of dance styles. All curriculum in this program is presented in a nurturing and positive environment at Kansas City Ballet School’s South Campus.
Primary Division summer program classes
Students participating in our Primary Division summer program classes will have the opportunity to develop their technique and learn foundational steps with our outstanding faculty. Classes are available each summer at both our Bolender Center and South Campus.
Ballet Camps for Kids
Give your child the gift of dance this summer as they learn that movement can be FUN! These week-long camps are an excellent way for your child to learn poise, balance, rhythm, taking instruction, and working with others, and more—all under the guidance of our professional, year-round dance faculty.
Junior Summer Intensive
The Kansas City Ballet School’s Junior Summer Intensive is specifically designed with the young dancer in mind. This three-week program offers students a rigorous and comprehensive study of ballet technique and exposure to a broad variety of dance styles.
Camps for Kids
Camps for kids aged 3-12 offering a fun and engaging summer experience in dance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact Kansas City Ballet?
Call Kansas City Ballet at (816) 931-2299 or visit http://www.kcballet.org/south.
What days is Kansas City Ballet open?
Kansas City Ballet is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
What is the best way to contact Kansas City Ballet?
The quickest way is to call (816) 931-2299 or visit http://www.kcballet.org/south.
How much do classes cost at Kansas City Ballet?
Classes at Kansas City Ballet range from $15 to $650.
What is Kansas City Ballet's phone number?
Reach Kansas City Ballet directly at (816) 931-2299.
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