Etudes Ballet School

Pointe work requires sufficient strength not only of the feet and legs, but of the entire body. In order to be considered for pointe, a dancer must demonstrate adequate strength and control in the muscles of the core, hips, legs, and feet. Ballet becomes exponentially more difficult in pointe shoes, so comprehension and mastery of basic concepts of technique must be apparent prior to beginning pointe. This includes but is not limited to: articulation of the feet, maintaining a high demipointe position, control over the alignment of hips, pelvis, and spine, fully straightening the knees, strongly pointing the feet, maintaining turnout from the hip, solid balance en demipointe on two feet and on one foot. Sufficient mastery of skills will be determined by the ballet faculty.

Individualized dance instruction sessions available for students aged 8 to adult. Pricing is assessed per lesson, and semiprivate options are available for groups of 2-3 students.

A card for 20 classes for adults, providing the best value per class for consistent attendance. This is suitable for dedicated adult students.

A card for 10 classes for adults, offering a discounted rate compared to single drop-in sessions. This package is ideal for regular adult participants.

Single drop-in classes available for adults. This option provides flexibility for participation in various dance and exercise classes.

Tap, Jazz, or Modern classes for ages 12+. These classes can be taken alone or added to other classes, with a specific price for single enrollment and a reduced price for additions.

Ballet classes for ages 12+, with 4.5 hours of instruction total per week. This level includes two 90-minute classes each week, with an option to add a third class.

Ballet classes for ages 12+, with either 3 hours or 4.5 hours of instruction total per week. This level includes two 90-minute classes each week, with an option to add a third class.

Tap, Jazz, or Modern classes for ages 10-12. These classes can be taken alone or added to other classes, with a specific price for single enrollment and a reduced price for additions.

Ballet classes for ages 10-12, with 4.5 hours of instruction total per week. This level includes two 90-minute classes each week, with an option to add a third class.

Ballet classes for ages 10-12, with either 3 hours or 4.5 hours of instruction total per week. This level includes two 90-minute classes each week, with an option to add a third class.

Tap, Jazz, or Modern classes for ages 8-10. These classes can be taken alone or added to other classes, with a specific price for single enrollment and a reduced price for additions.

Ballet classes for ages 8-10, with a total of 2.5 hours of instruction per week. This level includes two 75-minute classes per week, emphasizing frequency of practice for reasonable progress.

Ballet, Tap, Jazz, or Modern classes for ages 6-8, with all classes being 60 minutes each. Pricing is structured with a first class rate and a discounted rate for additional classes.

Ballet class for ages 4-5, with a class length of 45 minutes. This level focuses on foundational ballet techniques suitable for young children.

Adult students with sufficient experience are also welcome to join any Black level technique class during the regular season ( see ongoing class schedule ).

Registration is open for Summer Dance and for the 2025/26 school year. Select adult classes are ongoing and welcome drop-ins at any time. The system will only show you classes your dancer is eligible for by age.

Most children's classes are still open to new students. The system will only show you classes your dancer is eligible for by age. To register for a free trial class, follow the same steps and select "Schedule Trial Class" beside the class of your dancer's choice.

Adult classes are open on a drop-in basis; please register through the link below so we know you are coming. Select adult classes are ongoing and welcome drop-ins at any time. The system will only show you classes your dancer is eligible for by age.

preschool dance with baa baa ballet

dance and fitness classes for adults

Our instructors are available for one-on-one private or semiprivate (2-3 people) sessions beyond group class times. Learn new skills, gain proficiency, work on specific goals. Maybe our class times don't work for your schedule, maybe you want to get more in-depth on something you learned in class, or maybe you prefer to have a little knowledge under your belt before joining an established group. We get it, and we are ready to work with you!

For ages 4/5 to learn the rudiments of dance class, basic terminology, and explore their personal creativity through ballet- and tap-based movement.

Classical technique appropriate to the age of each class, progressing from the basic positions to advanced jumps and turns. Students in upper levels attend twice a week or more.

Uses bodily momentum and movement patterns in its foundational technique. Also incorporates elements of composition and exploration of personal movement style.

For ages 4/5 to learn the rudiments of dance class, basic terminology, and explore their personal creativity through ballet-based movement.

This is an additional technique class offered to Teal and Black level students who desire more instruction time. This class is required for those Teal and Black students who are on the competition team, but is open to all students in these levels.

For ages 6-8 to learn basic technique in two complimentary dance styles, ballet and modern.

This class is required for participation on our competition team, but is open to all students in these levels. Focus will be on conditioning to improve dance technique as well as learning classical repertoire and contemporary choreography (for competition participants).

This class combines two high-energy dance forms that involves popular music and sharp, dynamic movements.

For ages 6-8 to learn basic technique in two complimentary dance styles, tap and jazz.

Classical technique appropriate to the age of each class, progressing from the basic positions to advanced jumps and turns. Students in upper levels attend twice a week or more.

Learn tumbling and acrobatic skills following the Acrobatic Arts syllabus.

Classical technique appropriate to the age of each class, progressing from the basic positions to advanced jumps and turns. Students in upper levels attend twice a week or more.

For ages 2/3 to begin exploring movement and creativity alongside familiar nursery rhymes. This class runs in six-week increments.