Explore the magical world of dance through stories, music & movement!
Designed for children ages 3 - 6, the sessions of our Young Dancer Program inspire young ones to express themselves through movement and music. Vibrant classical music, magical stories, and twirling awaits!
Offered as Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions, these programs can be attended independently of one another or one after the other throughout the calendar year.
Recitals
Fall sessions will have a Nutcracker Recital on November 22, 2026.
Spring sessions will have a Firebird Recital on April 25, 2027.
Summer recital to be announced with 2027 summer programming.
AGES 3 - 4
Leap like a frog, tiptoe like a butterfly, gallop like a unicorn! Here, dancers are introduced to rhythm and movement through creative games rooted in basic ballet techniques.
Each class will build upon coordination, listening skills, and social connection all while bringing well-known children’s stories to life through dance and imaginative play.
Dancers must be able to use the bathroom without any assistance.
creative movement
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Any clothing your child will feel comfortable moving in (for example: leotard and tights, leggings and a leotard or fitted tee shirt), ballet shoes, hair should be pulled away from the face (does not need to be in a bun necessarily.)
Find options for your dancers at our local dance store, Grand Jeté.
FALL sessions
Early Bird: $190* | Tuition: $215
Thursday Session
September 10 - November 19, 2026 | 4:15 - 4:45pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
September 12 - November 21, 2026 | 10:30 - 11:00am
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes October 1 - 3, 2026 for our annual fundraiser
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14, 2026
Spring sessions
Early Bird: $190* | Tuition: $215
Thursday Session
February 11 - April 22, 2027 | 4:15 - 4:45pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
February 13 - April 24, 2027 | 10:30 - 11:00am
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes April 6 - 10, 2027 for spring break
Last day for early bird pricing is December 11, 2026
AGES 4 - 5
Tendu, Plié, Chassé! Pre-Ballet introduces dancers to ballet and expressive movement through simple exercises rooted in classical ballet techniques.
Dancers will learn ballet positions, movement textures, and musicality to prepare for the next steps in their dancing journey. Each class concludes by exploring a popular tale and bringing it to life through dance.
Dancers must be able to use the bathroom without any assistance.
Pre-Ballet
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Any clothing your child will feel comfortable moving in (for example: leotard and tights, leggings and a leotard or fitted tee shirt), ballet shoes, hair should be pulled away from the face (does not need to be in a bun necessarily.)
Find options for your dancers at our local dance store, Grand Jeté.
FALL sessions
Early bird: $205* | Tuition: $225
Tuesday Session
September 15 - November 17, 2026 | 5:00 - 5:45pm
Teaching Artist: Ella Bursch
Thursday Session
September 10 - November 19, 2026 | 5:00 - 5:45pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
September 12 - November 21, 2026 | 9:30 - 10:15am
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes October 1 - 3, 2026 for our annual fundraiser
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14, 2026
spring sessions
Early bird: $205* | Tuition: $225
Tuesday Session
February 9 - April 20, 2027 | 5:00 - 5:45pm
Teaching Artist: Ella Bursch
Thursday Session
February 11 - April 22, 2027 | 5:00 - 5:45pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
February 13 - April 24, 2027 | 9:30 - 10:15am
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes April 6 - 10, 2027 for spring break
Last day for early bird pricing is December 11, 2026
AGES 5 - 6
Dancers develop physical strength, coordination, and focus as they are introduced to barre work and movement to different tempos of music.
Each class builds coordination and flexibility while encouraging teamwork and self-expression. Using games, imagery, and storytelling, dancers will transform learned elements into collaborative dance pieces that spark imagination, confidence, and connection with others.
ballet fundamentals
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Any clothing your child will feel comfortable moving in (for example: leotard and tights, leggings and a leotard or fitted tee shirt), ballet shoes, hair should be pulled away from the face (does not need to be in a bun necessarily.)
Find options for your dancers at our local dance store, Grand Jeté.
FALL sessions
Early bird: $230* | Tuition: $255
Tuesday Session
September 15 - November 17, 2026 | 6:00 - 7:00pm
Teaching Artist: Ella Bursch
Thursday Session
September 10 - November 19, 2026 | 6:00 - 7:00pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
September 12 - November 21, 2026 | 11:15am - 12:15pm
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes October 1 - 3, 2026 for our annual fundraiser
Last day for early bird pricing is August 14, 2026
spring sessions
Early bird: $230* | Tuition: $255
Tuesday Session
February 9 - April 20, 2027 | 6:00 - 7:00pm
Teaching Artist: Ella Bursch
Thursday Session
February 11 - April 22, 2027 | 6:00 - 7:00pm
Teaching Artist: Charlotte Tracy
saturday Session
February 13 - April 24, 2027 | 11:15am - 12:15pm
Teaching Artist: Brigitte Kossuth
No classes April 6 - 10, 2027 for spring break
Last day for early bird pricing is December 11, 2026
what’s next?
Beginning Ballet
n this class, dancers begin exploring the essential building blocks of ballet technique and have an opportunity to perform twice each season with the professional Company Artists of Ballet Co.Laboratory. Beginning Ballet is part of the Performing Arts Division of The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory.