Ballet
Ages 3+
Ballet is the foundation of everything else we teach. Dancers learn placement, turnout, port de bras and musicality in a progressive program that starts with creative movement for our youngest students and carries through advanced classical training.
What Dancers Learn
- Barre and center work that builds strength and alignment
- Classical vocabulary and French terminology
- Turns, adagio and petit allegro combinations
- Performance quality and stage presence for the spring recital
Levels We Offer
Beginner Ballet
Ages 3+ — first positions, coordination and studio etiquette.
Intermediate Ballet
Full barre, longer combinations and introduction to pre-pointe work.
Advanced Ballet
Placement by instructor; runs alongside pointe training.
Ballet Dress Code
Proper dance attire helps our teachers see alignment and keeps every dancer safe.
Beginner
- Pastel leotard with skirt
- Pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes
Intermediate
- Black leotard & skirt
- Pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes
Advanced
- Black leotard & skirt/shorts
- Pink tights
- Pink ballet & pointe shoes
Boys
- Solid fitted t-shirt
- Gym shorts
- Black ballet shoes with socks
Ballet Questions
Does my dancer need ballet before other styles?
It isn't required, but it helps enormously. Ballet builds the strength, alignment and musicality that make jazz, lyrical and contemporary come much more easily, which is why most of our dancers take ballet alongside their other classes.
How many classes a week should we start with?
One class a week is a perfect start for a new dancer. As they progress into intermediate and advanced levels, most dancers add a second ballet class or a companion style.
When do dancers move up a level?
Placement is by instructor recommendation rather than age alone. We look at technique, strength and readiness, and we'll always talk it through with you before a move.
Still have a question? Call (239) 277-9956 or email tpdt2025@gmail.com.