Ballet U, LLC

Advanced level class for adults with solid ballet vocabulary and technique. Pointe work optional. Students in this program have been dancing for many years, often decades.

This level focuses on continued vocabulary development including intermediate level jumps and turns with an emphasis on clarity, strength, control, flexibility and fluid transitions. Artistry is incorporated whenever possible and dancers will be supported towards their personal dance goals.

At this level students are expanding their ballet vocabulary while still practicing the basics in every class. Build strength and flexibility in order to improve your ballet technique. Explore artistry and musicality. Experience joy while dancing in a community of like-minded adults. How long students stay at this level depends on their ability, background and motivation. This class includes intermediate level barre and center work with an emphasis on clarity, strength, control, flexibility and fluid transitions.

Learn basic ballet technique in a nurturing and supportive environment and build a solid foundation that will allow you to safely and easily execute simple steps and eventually progress to the next level. Experience joy while dancing in a community of like-minded adults. How long students stay at this level depends on their ability, background and motivation. Each class follows the format of a traditional ballet class and includes barre and center work along with some floor stretches. Dancers will be introduced to and continue practicing the anatomical basics of technique: alignment/posture, placement, shifting weight, joint articulation, turns, slides, small jumps and ankle strength that will support the dancer through daily activities with substantial protection from injury and can expect to express their inner artist through brief choreographed dances. Students may wear comfortable exercise clothing like t-shirts and leggings or traditional dance wear, i.e. leotards and tights. Ballet slippers are recommended and available for sale ($20-25) at the Ballet U office.

Convenient scheduling: Daytime, evening and weekend classes. Flexible enrollment: Drop-in classes, pay per class or use class cards. Caring and professional teachers who are passionate about ballet and about creating and fostering a community of adult ballet students. Five different levels of classes just for adults. Weekend workshops with a choreography or technique focus. Performance opportunities. Professionally equipped dance studios. Convenient location inside the Verona Athletic Center, just a short drive from surrounding communities and downtown Madison. Community of like-minded adults and teachers passionate about sharing their love of ballet with you!

Prefer working one-on-one with one of our caring instructors? We're happy to set up private or semi-private (with a friend or family member or two) lessons for you. These could be occasional or weekly.

Prefer working one-on-one with one of our caring instructors? We're happy to set up private or semi-private (with a friend or family member or two) lessons for you. These could be occasional or weekly.

Learn basic ballet technique in a nurturing and supportive environment and build a solid foundation that will allow you to safely and easily execute simple steps and eventually progress to the next level. Experience joy while dancing in a community of like-minded adults.

At this level students are expanding their ballet vocabulary while still practicing the basics in every class. Build strength and flexibility in order to improve your ballet technique. Explore artistry and musicality. Experience joy while dancing in a community of like-minded adults.

Ballet is great and remains our main focus, however, for dancers who are looking for something different or another style in addition to their ballet class, we are now also offering TAP and Lyrical/Jazz classes for ages 7 and up.

Tap, Lyrical, and Jazz classes offered for ages 6 and up. Beginners are welcome to join these exciting dance styles.

Contemporary/Character/Jazz.

Pointe.

Progressing Ballet Technique.

Extension class: Character and Jazz.

Prepointe or Pointe class.

Explore additional dance styles like Lyrical, Jazz and Contemporary.

Explore additional dance styles like Lyrical, Jazz or Tap.

Explore additional dance styles like Lyrical, Jazz or Tap.

Explore additional dance styles like Lyrical, Jazz or Tap.

Youth Ballet 5 - DEVOTION. Students at this level are devoted to the art of ballet and spend as much time as possible pursuing their passion while further refining their ballet technique and artistry. Students are eligible to add optional classes and attend up to 7 or 8 hours of classes and rehearsals per week.

Youth Ballet 4 is the second level in our PROGRESSION block. Students at this level continue to progress by focusing on further refining their ballet technique and artistry. Students are eligible to add optional classes and attend up to 7 or 8 hours of classes and rehearsals per week.

Youth Ballet 3 is the first level in our PROGRESSION block. This level focuses on continued vocabulary development including intermediate level jumps and turns with an emphasis on clarity, strength, control, flexibility and fluid transitions.

Youth Ballet 2 is the second level in our FOUNDATION block. This second level class in our Foundation block solidifies the critical technical foundational elements upon which all successful development depends in an age-appropriate and engaging way. The second and third year students attend the 2B class.

Youth Ballet 2 is the second level in our FOUNDATION block. This second level class in our Foundation block solidifies the critical technical foundational elements upon which all successful development depends in an age-appropriate and engaging way. In their first year in Youth Ballet 2, students attend the 2A class.

This entry level class in our FOUNDATION block establishes the critical technical foundational elements upon which all successful development depends in an age-appropriate and engaging way. The second and third year students attend the 1B class.

This entry level class in our FOUNDATION block establishes the critical technical foundational elements upon which all successful development depends in an age-appropriate and engaging way. In their first year in Youth Ballet 1, students attend the 1A class.

Do you have a Two year old? Check out our Tiny Dancers program!

A magical introduction to ballet training in a developmentally appropriate and inclusive way. Watch your little one discover the magic of dance in our PreBallet classes for preschoolers (PreBallet 3/4 and 4/5). Dancers flourish as they joyfully hop, skip, and twirl in our supportive learning environment where every child shines.

A class designed for children who are not quite independent enough for the Tiny Dancers class. This class allows parents to participate with their children, fostering a fun and engaging environment. It is a great way to introduce young children to the joy of dance in a supportive setting.

A special class just for them, for 2-year-olds who love to twirl, hop and clap. It includes a 10-13 week session with one 30 minute class per week during Sept-June. Shorter sessions with one 30 minute class per week during the summer. No more than 6 dancers per class. Nurturing atmosphere and consistent class structure. Changing themes to keep kids engaged. Use of songs, props and story ideas that appeal to two year olds. Lots of fun, growth, smiles and giggles. Stickers at the end of each class. Parents can watch their child through our observation windows while socializing with other parents.

A creative movement class for toddlers and the grownups who love them. Moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandmas, grandpas, nannies - all are welcome! Join in and share the fun with your little dancer! The use of songs, rhyme, props and storytelling will guide your child through an exciting adventure. See your child's eyes light up, their confidence blossom and motor skills increase. The perfect way to introduce your little one to the wonderful world of dance and to meet little dancing friends!

After completion of this class, students may choose to repeat the introduction class or move to one of our Adult Ballet 1 classes. If your schedule and budget allow, consider attending more than one weekly class. Several of our students are doing this in order to progress more quickly and also because they just love it so much!

Designed especially for seniors and adults who prefer a gentler pace, or who may be easing back into movement after injury this class focuses on graceful, accessible ballet exercises that promote balance, posture, flexibility, and joy in movement. Students will experience the artistry of ballet and the pleasure of dancing to beautiful music, all in a welcoming group setting that prioritizes comfort and well-being.

In this class students will experience a variety of different dance styles, other than ballet. They will learn lyrical, jazz, and contemporary. Styles will be switched every few weeks.

Tap 1 class designed for children aged 6 to 9 years old, focusing on the fundamentals of tap dance.

In this class students will experience a variety of different dance styles, other than ballet. They will learn lyrical, jazz, and contemporary. Styles will be switched every few weeks.

10 week entry level class for students with no or very little experience. Our winter sessions run from January 7 to March 14. Geared towards new adult beginners, this class is a slow and thorough introduction to ballet. Carefully guided by your encouraging teacher you will feel mentally and physically challenged during class, as well as invigorated after class.

Ballet U Summer Intensive.