Cleveland Ballet Conservatory

About Cleveland Ballet Conservatory

Cleveland Ballet Conservatory, located in North Royalton, Ohio, is a premier dance institution dedicated to fostering a supportive and professional environment for dancers of all ages. With a strong foundation in classical ballet, the conservatory embraces diverse styles including Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Tap, catering to aspiring dancers from preschool through advanced levels. Their comprehensive curriculum is thoughtfully designed for safe, progressive, and developmentally appropriate training. Young learners begin with imaginative classes like Mommy/Daddy & Me and Preschool Ballet, progressing through divisions that build classical technique, strength, and artistry. For serious students, the Pre-Professional Division hones technical proficiency and repertoire, preparing them for prestigious dance schools and professional companies, as evidenced by acceptances to top institutions and recognition at the Youth America Grand Prix. The conservatory offers specialized programs such as Pointe/Variations and Dance Conditioning, alongside Pilates and Repertoire. Students benefit from instruction by a dedicated faculty, including Alexa Drum, Vadim Slatvitskii, Heather McCoy, Abigail Emery, Kelly Clymer, Emily Borchers, and Jenny Burnett, whose combined 181 years of teaching experience ensure individual attention and a deep investment in each student's well-being and success. Cleveland Ballet Conservatory invites prospective students to experience their nurturing atmosphere and personalized approach with a complimentary trial class. Training takes place in a state-of-the-art 7,000 square-foot facility featuring four studios equipped with professional-grade sprung floors, high ceilings, and full-length mirrors.

Styles offered at Cleveland Ballet Conservatory