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Central Wisconsin School of Ballet

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Address

124 North 3rd Avenue

Wausau, Wisconsin 54401

Opening Hours

Monday: 3:00 - 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 3:00 - 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 - 9:30 PM
Thursday: 3:00 - 9:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Sunday: Closed

Contact

(715) 842-4447

https://cwschoolofballet.com/

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29 programs

About Central Wisconsin School of Ballet

Central Wisconsin School of Ballet, located in Wausau, Wisconsin, has been a beacon of quality dance education for over 55 years, founded in 1969 by Waltraud G. Karkar. Building on Madame Karkar's extensive European and United States training, including the Vaganova Grades, the school offers a comprehensive dance education for all ages and skill levels. Under the continued legacy of her son, Patrik Kasper, who trained at the Joffrey Ballet School and enjoyed a professional career, the studio emphasizes a strong foundation in classical ballet technique, particularly the Vaganova method. Programs are thoughtfully divided into four divisions: the Children's Program (ages 3-11) introduces creative movement and foundational styles like tap and ballet through 'Little Dancer' and 'Combo' classes, progressing to 'Pre-Ballet' and 'Beginner Ballet.' The structured Student Division offers advanced training in ballet, jazz, contemporary, and musical theater for serious dancers. Open Dance & Fitness classes cater to teens and adults with minimal or no prior experience, making dance accessible. The school also hosts customized workshops. Central Wisconsin School of Ballet boasts an award-winning summer intensive program, attracting esteemed guest artists such as Irina Kolpakova and Vladilen Semynov. The faculty and guest instructors contributing to the high caliber of instruction include Grace Meyer, Kayla Ehrhardt, Betsy Wendt, Kristin Troyer, and director Patrik Kasper, with past engagement from renowned professionals like Misty Copeland, Sarah Lane, James Whiteside, and Stella Abrera. Performance opportunities are a key element, most notably their annual holiday production of The Nutcracker. The studio is dedicated to fostering a love for dance, cultivating critical thinking, and nurturing artistic passion in a creative and enriching environment.

Styles offered at Central Wisconsin School of Ballet

Programs from Central Wisconsin School of Ballet

29 programs available

Classes

Teen/Adult Ballet

Classes in our Open Division are offered to teens and adults who have minimul or no dance training. We are here to teach you, so no experience is required. You will be welcomed into an environment where dance and movement are encouraged and accessible to all levels.

Student Division Ballet, Company, Jazz, Contemporary, and/or Musical Theatre

Our student division provides a structured curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students who seek further ballet training and excellent performance opportunities. Ballet is the foundation of all forms of dance. At CWSB we are known and recognized for the Vaganova method of ballet training, which has been the training foundation of some of the greatest dancers of our time.

Jazz

Have fun in jazz! Students build strength and flexibility while learning the fundamentals of jazz; proper stretching technique, turns, leaps, isolation, and footwork.

Beginner Ballet

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet and experience the beauty of this classical art form. The benefits of ballet training are abundant; it is a healthy activity learned in a creative and enriching environment.

Pre-Ballet

This class continues to develop a child’s coordination, motor development, listening skills, and music and spatial awareness. The fundamentals of ballet technique are introduced. We reinforce creative expression, musical appreciation, dance history, and appreciation of the art form.

Combo II

This class, continuing with the creative format, builds upon the skills introduced in Combo I. We focus on further developing coordination, large motor skills, and music and spatial awareness. while sparking creativity and imagination.

Combo I

This class includes creative movement and tap. Our creative format focuses music and spatial awareness, coordination, the development of large motor skills, and social skills.

Little Dancer

This class, designed for our youngest students, focuses on fun movement, stories, music and imagination. Students practice their listening skills and experience an environment full of music, movement, and laughter. Discover how fun it is to create and move to music!

Ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level VI (Ages 15-18)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level V (Ages 15-18)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level IV (Ages 13-18)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level III (Ages 11-14)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level II (Ages 9-12)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Level I (Ages 7-10)

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, and Musical Theater classes

Students have the opportunity to enjoy ballet, jazz, contemporary, and musical theater classes with some of our nation’s best!

Ballet, Company, Jazz, Contemporary, and/or Musical Theatre

Our Student Division offers four levels of training in ballet, company, jazz, contemporary, and/or musical theatre.

Courses

Children’s Program: ballet, jazz, lyrical, and acro classes

Our Children’s Program offers five weeks of instruction in ballet, jazz, lyrical, and acro classes. The purpose of this these classes is not only to teach children new steps but also to instill confidence and a love of dance!

Student Division Summer Intensive Program

Our five-week Student Division Summer Intensive Program runs from June 16 to July 17 and culminates with an outdoor performance at Stewart Park on the evening of July 17.

Workshops

International Ballet Masters Intensive

On August 2 and 3, dancers ages 9 to 22 have a unique opportunity to work with one of the best international ballet masters!