Ballet I begins the dance student’s formal training in ballet. The curriculum is modeled after the six-year Vaganova Syllabus. The class consists of barre, center, allegro work and introduces the concepts of turn-out, alignment, port de bras, flexibility, and musicality. Students are encouraged to take more than one ballet class a week and begin the study of Character. 

[Royal Blue Leotard] 

Required weekly classes: 2 Technique, 1 Character (optional)

For dancers ages 9-14 with at least two years of previous training or teacher approval. The class follows the curriculum for the second year of the Vaganova Syllabus. French Technique is also introduced and pointe work is conducted in a separate class. 

[Red Leotard] 

Required weekly classes: 1 Technique, 1 Pointe, 1 Character or 2 Technique, 1 Character

For dancers 11 years and up with at least 3 years of previous training or teacher approval. The class follows the curriculum of the third class of the Vaganova syllabus. French technique is also taught. 

[Forest Green Leotard] 

Required weekly classes: 2 Technique, 1 Pointe, 1 Character/Variations

 For dancers 12 years and up. Audition required. The class follows the curriculum of the fourth class of the Vaganova syllabus. French technique is also taught. 

[Any Color Leotard]

Required weekly classes: 2 Technique, 1 Pointe, 1 Character/Variations

For dancers 12 years and up. Audition required. The class follows the curriculum of the fifth class of the Vaganova syllabus. French technique is also taught. 

[Any Color Leotard] 

Required weekly classes: 3 Technique, 1 Pointe, 1 Variations

Class Schedule

Monday
Time
Course
Studio
Instructor
3:30p-4:15p
Adaptive Ballet I
Studio 2
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
4:30p-5:15p
Adaptive Ballet II
Studio 2
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
4:30p-5:30p
Ballet IA
Studio 3
Michelle Kuusela
5:30p-7:00p
Beg. Adult Ballet II
Studio 1
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
5:30p-7:00p
Ballet II
Studio 2
Michelle Kuusela
5:30p-7:00p
Teen Ballet II
Studio 3
Brieanna Hynish
7:00p-8:30p
Int. Adult Ballet II
Studio 1
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
7:00p-8:30p
Ballet IV
Studio 2
Michelle Kuusela
Tuesday
Time
Course
Studio
Instructor
4:00p-5:30p
Ballet IB
Studio 2
Michelle Kuusela
4:30p-5:30p
Ballet Fundamentals
Studio 1
Nicole Robinson
5:30p-7:00p
Ballet IV
Studio 2
Michelle Kuusela
6:00p-7:30p
Ballet III
Studio 1
Marsha Wilson
6:30p-8:00p
Teen Ballet II
Studio 3
Nicole Robinson
Wednesday
Time
Course
Studio
Instructor
4:00p-5:00p
Ballet IA
Studio 1
Michelle Kuusela
4:00p-5:00p
Pre-Ballet
Studio 2
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
5:00p-6:30p
Ballet II
Studio 1
Michelle Kuusela
7:00p-8:30p
Adult Adv. Ballet
Studio 2
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
7:30p-9:00p
Adult Beg. Ballet I
Studio 1
Emily Goonan
Thursday
Time
Course
Studio
Instructor
4:00p-5:00p
Ballet Fundamentals
Studio 2
Nicole Robinson
4:00p-5:30p
Ballet IB
Studio 1
Michelle Kuusela
5:30p-7:00p
Ballet III
Studio 1
Michelle Kuusela
7:00p-8:30p
Ballet IV
Studio 1
Michelle Kuusela
7:30p-9:00p
Int. Adult Ballet II
Studio 2
Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff
Saturday
Time
Course
Studio
Instructor
9:15a-10:45a
Ballet II
Studio 1
Brieanna Hynish
9:15a-10:45a
Ballet IV
Studio 2
Marsha Wilson
9:15a-10:45a
Ballet III
Studio 3
Michelle Kuusela

Attendance Policy

Parents and students are encouraged to avoid making appointments during class time. Students who miss class regularly will be moved into a lower class level in order to maintain the integrity of each class’s curriculum. Parents must notify the Academy if their child is going to be absent. Students are encouraged to make-up all missed classes as quickly as possible.

Tuition Policy

The class terms at the Academy are August thru July. Meaning, classes begin in mid-August of one year and end in July of the next year. Tuition at the Academy is based on a single amount divided into twelve monthly payments. Tuition is due by the tenth of each month. A late fee of $10 is expected for payments received after the tenth of each month. Tuition is not reduced to reflect missed classes due to illness, work schedules, vacations, or holidays. Make-up classes can be arranged with the teacher. Adjustments will be made for summer vacations if the Academy is notified in writing beforehand. 

A student is considered enrolled in a class until the Academy is notified in writing that the student will not be returning. This policy permits the Academy to keep the enrollment in each level from exceeding the limit established by the Directors to maintain professional standards. Tuition is due until written notification is received. Notifications can be mailed to info@academyofballetarts.org.