Ballet Arts Academy

About Ballet Arts Academy

Ballet Arts Academy, located in Missoula, Montana, offers a comprehensive and diverse dance education for students of all ages and levels. With a strong emphasis on classical ballet technique, the academy also provides instruction in a wide array of disciplines including Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, and Acrobatics. Dedicated Children's Ballet classes introduce foundational skills with joy, while Academy Ballet classes for older students focus on technique, vocabulary, and artistry, with advanced levels and Pointe classes available by permission. Jazz classes build upon proper technique, strength, and flexibility, and Modern classes explore contemporary choreography and improvisation. Summer camp programs highlight specific styles such as Ballet, Jazz, and Musical Theater for younger dancers, alongside intensive training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, and Contemporary for older students. Colleen Rosbarsky's expertise further enriches offerings with Musical Theater choreography. The academy is proud of its distinguished faculty, including Marie Barnett, Michele Antonioli, Jordan Dehline Burt, Colleen Rosbarsky, Tara McFarland, Jeanine Hedstrom, Haley Budge Nord, Keiana Griggs, Ava Tooke, Sophie Petersen, Mark Nelson, Hannah Dusek, Ashley Hagler DeGroot, and Elizabeth Arrigali. Instructors are trained in methods like the Royal Academy of Dance and ABT® National Training Curriculum. Guest teachers contribute to the Intermediate/Advanced Intensive program, ensuring expert instruction. Ballet Arts Academy fosters a supportive environment, encouraging artistic growth, nurturing talent, and instilling a lifelong love of dance through engaging programs and 'mini-recital' opportunities.

Styles offered at Ballet Arts Academy