Students who are new to Ballet Co.Laboratory must fill out an Interest Form below and may be asked to take a free placement class prior to enrolling in the Performing Arts Division. Returning students who have been placed by BCL Teaching Staff should fill out the Registration Form affiliated with their Level below to begin the registration process.
Students perform alongside the professional dancers of Ballet Co.Laboratory in two mainstage productions each year in addition to several other performances held annually in our Studio Theatre. Rehearsals are included in dancers’ weekly schedule to prepare for performances throughout the season.
Performance Opportunities
Nutcracker In Wonderland
December 18 - 20, 2026
Ted Mann Concert Hall (at the University of Minnesota)
Where The Wild Things Are
February 26 - March 7, 2027
Ballet Co.Laboratory Studio Theatre
Billy Elliot: The Ballet
May 14 - 16, 2027
The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts
2026/27 Season Performance Opportunities:
Ages 10 - 12 7.5 hours per week
Level III students begin incorporating more complex movements at the barre and in the center to build strength and stamina. In addition, dancers focus on jumping and begin to turn. Dancers will also study modern, character dance, conditioning, and specific pre-pointe conditioning.
Level III
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MONDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:30pm | Character OR ModernWEDNESDAYS
4:30 - 5:00pm | Progressing Ballet TechniqueⒸ
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:00pm | Beginning Pointe* OR Pre-PointeSATURDAYS
10:30am - 12:00pm | Classical Ballet Technique
12:00 - 1:00pm | Rehearsal*For dancers who are ready for pointe and have passed their evaluation
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Early Bird Tuition Price $1,300/trimester
Tuition $1,420/trimesterEarly Bird Registration Fee $25
Registration Fee $50Performance Fee $120/production
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14
Ages 11 - 14 9 hours per week
Level IV students solidify their basic ballet stance and focus on broadening their training in jumps and turns, advancing pointe work, and learning artistry through rehearsal. Modern dance class provides dancers the opportunity to explore grounded movement and new textures.
Level IV
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MONDAYS
4:30 - 6:00pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:00 - 6:30pm | Pointe
6:30 - 7:30pm | Character OR ModernWEDNESDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:00pm | Pointe
7:00 - 7:30pm | RehearsalSATURDAYS
1:00 - 1:30pm | Progressing Ballet TechniqueⒸ
1:30 - 3:00pm | Classical Ballet Technique
3:00 - 3:30pm | Pointe
3:45 - 4:45 | Rehearsal -
Early Bird Tuition Price $1,520/trimester
Tuition $1,650/trimesterEarly Bird Registration Fee $25
Registration Fee $50Performance Fee $120/production
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14
Ages 12 - 16 13.5 hours per week
Level V students explore classical variations and other repertoire to develop their artistry and stage presence. Dancers strengthen ballet technique by taking classes both on flat and en pointe. Dancers also begin Partnering class.
Level V
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MONDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:30pm | Variations / Corps de Ballet Repertoire
7:30 - 8:30pm | RehearsalTUESDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:00pm | Pointe
7:00 - 8:00pm | Modern & other genresTHURSDAYS
4:30 - 5:00pm | Progressing Ballet TechniqueⒸ
5:00 - 6:30 | Classical Ballet Technique
6:45 - 7:45pm | PartneringSATURDAYS
11:00am - 12:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
12:30 - 1:00pm | Pointe
1:15 - 3:15pm | Rehearsal -
Early Bird Tuition Price $1,750/trimester
Tuition $1,890/trimesterEarly Bird Registration Fee $25
Registration Fee $50Performance Fee $120/production
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14
Ages 15 - 18 15.5 hours per week
Level VI students continue to develop and fine-tune their advanced ballet technique and artistry through classical and contemporary choreography. Stamina is built through technically advanced, fast-paced classes focused on developing a well-rounded dancer.
Level VI
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MONDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:30pm | Variations / Corps de Ballet Repertoire
7:30 - 8:30pm | RehearsalTUESDAYS
5:00 - 6:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
6:30 - 7:00pm | Pointe
7:00 - 8:00pm | Modern & other genresWEDNESDAYS
4:30 - 6:30 | Classical Ballet Technique (with center en pointe)THURSDAYS
4:30 - 5:00pm | Progressing Ballet TechniqueⒸ
5:00 - 6:30 | Classical Ballet Technique
6:45 - 7:45pm | PartneringSATURDAYS
11:00am - 12:30pm | Classical Ballet Technique
12:30 - 1:00pm | Pointe
1:15 - 3:15pm | Rehearsal -
Early Bird Tuition Price. $1,900/trimester
Tuition $2,050/trimesterEarly Bird Registration Fee $25
Registration Fee $50Performance Fee $120/production
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14
Additional training opportunities for Upper School dancers, including private coaching for acclaimed national ballet competitions such as Youth America Grand Prix, are available. Contact us here for more information.