Classes & Dresscode
Class Descriptions
Ages in descriptions are a general window. Level placement is based on skill/technique rather than age and is evaluated by our staff.
Please note that the minimum number of students to open a class for the school semesters is 4. Class will be cancelled and a refund will be issued if registration numbers do not meet the requirement.
Bitty Ballet
Ages 3-5
Your child will discover their inner dancer in this creative movement ballet class. They will be guided through basic yet fun exercises, incorporating basic ballet technique, positions, and posture, which will develop not only their motor skills but also their imagination, storytelling through movement, and love for music and dance!
Teacher: Ms. Khandis
“Petites danseuses”
Lower Division
Pre-Primary
Age 5-7
In this class, dancers will start to focus on basic ballet technique, positions, and posture while still engaging them through creativity. They will learn to coordinate ballet movements with music, structure, and imagination.
We will build on their basic ballet knowledge and apply ballet terminology to their understanding of the movements. They will incorporate jumps and turns and learn to express their creativity through their technique.
Teacher: Ms. Melendie / Ms. Khandis
Primary
Age 7-10
In this class, dancers will start to focus on basic ballet technique, positions, and posture while still engaging them through creativity. They will learn to coordinate ballet movements with music, structure, and imagination.
We will build on their basic ballet knowledge and apply ballet terminology to their understanding of the movements. They will incorporate jumps and turns and learn to express their creativity through their technique.
Teacher: Ms. Melendie / Ms. Khandis
Novice
Ages 10-14
Dancers will broaden their ballet technique by learning more complicated steps and combinations. They will learn to coordinate new steps and move across the floor, as well as focus on musicality, choreography, and building artistry.
At this level, students may additionally learn lyrical to broaden their imagination, coordination, and performance qualities.
This class is also great for tween/early teen dancers who are just beginning their dance journey. They will learn the basics of ballet technique, movement coordination, choreography, and musicality.
Teacher: Ms. Khandis / Miss Adele/ Miss Autumn
Intermediate
10 and up (by placement)
Dancers will start to learn more complex steps involving pirouettes and allegro jumps. They will focus on growing in their ballet technique and performance artistry, which will simultaneously build their stamina and endurance.
At this level, students may additionally take contemporary classes, challenging them to move with new dynamics, floor work, and performance artistry. Students will also broaden their knowledge of classical ballet repertoire through a variations class where they will work on solos from different classical ballets, developing artistry and stage presence. (At this time, the Variations class can only be offered to female dancers. Male Variations may be requested in a private/semi-private coaching session.)
Teacher: Ms. Khandis / Miss Adele
“Corps de Ballet”
Upper Division
Upper Intermediate
12 and up (by placement)
Dancers will focus on their technique and artistry as well as begin to build their understanding of dance history and work on ballet repertoire. Female dancers will prepare specifically to strengthen their muscles for pointe work and male dancers will work on strengthening and coordination needed for partnering.
Students will continue to develop their contemporary technique to express their artistry through different styles. Students will also broaden their knowledge of classical ballet repertoire through a variations class where they will work on solos from different classical ballets, developing artistry and stage presence. (At this time, the Variations class can only be offered to female dancers. Male Variations may be requested in a private/semi-private coaching session.)
Teacher: Ms. Khandis / Miss Adele
Advanced
14 (by placement)
Dancers will work on their technique both in flat shoes and in pointe shoes, and partnering. They will learn to advance in their ballet terminology and movements, such as multiple pirouettes and complex jumps. Dancers will focus on refining their performance artistry and continuing to learn ballet history and repertoire.
Students will continue to develop their contemporary technique. Students will also broaden their knowledge of classical ballet repertoire through a variations class where they will work on solos from different classical ballets, developing artistry and stage presence (At this time, Variations class can only be offered to female dancers. Male Variations may be requested in a private/semi-private coaching session.)
Teacher: Ms. Khandis / Miss Adele
Adult & Teen Ballet
Ages 16+
This class is for adults and teens at all levels of experience. The class can be adapted to best fit each student’s need, with its aim to move the body within the realm of classical ballet technique- encouraging exercise in a challenging but fun way!
Teacher: Ms. Melendie
Other Offers
Private Ballet Coaching / Competition Coaching
Ages 10-19
Available upon request Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. Cannot be guaranteed as spots are limited.
Teacher: Ms. Khandis
Dress Code
Dress code for the school semester will differ depending on the level of the student. Uniform leotards/shirts will be in different colors for each level and will be available for purchase in person at the studio.
For the Summer Sessions, girls are required to dress in a black or pink leotard of choice with pink tights, and boys in a black or white ballet t-shirt with black shorts/tights.
Please do not purchase any uniform for the school semester until level placement of the student is confirmed with the staff. Until confirmation, students may wear a black leotard (girls) or a black/white shirt (boys).
Uniform Dress Code:
Each level will have a uniform leotard style & color- Studio uniform for each level is available for purchase at the studio.
Bitty Ballet: Girls - School uniform pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes Boys - White ballet t-shirt, black ballet shorts/pants, black ballet shoes
Primary: Girls - School uniform lilac leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes Boys - White ballet t-shirt, black ballet shorts/pants, black ballet shoes
Novice I: Girls - School uniform light grey leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes Boys - White ballet t-shirt, black ballet shorts/pants, black ballet shoes, jazz shoes, tap shoes
Intermediate & Upper Intermediate : Girls - School uniform burgundy leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes (optional ballet skirt, ballet shorts for variations/contemporary classes) Boys - Black ballet t-shirt, black ballet shorts/pants, black ballet shoes
Advanced: Girls - School uniform black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, pink pointe shoes (optional ballet skirt, ballet shorts, & for variations/contemporary classes) Boys - Black ballet t-shirt, black ballet shorts/pants/tights, black ballet shoes
Pictured: Students of Cocolalla Conservatory