Pre-Ballet (ages 5-7)

Pre-Ballet classes are for children ages 5-7. The Pre-Ballet curriculum was developed by Toni Bravo. This program is a prelude to formal ballet instruction and introduces children to music and movement through a structured progression that stresses creativity and group interaction.

An excellent and fun introduction to classical ballet and fine arts, the Pre-Ballet syllabus is introduced at a time when fine and gross motor skills are becoming more refined. By introducing students to the basic shapes, positions, postures and traditions of classical ballet, the Pre-Ballet curriculum enhances both cognitive and physical development at this important time.

• Pre-Ballet Level 1 (age 5) meet one time per week for 45 minutes.
• Pre-Ballet Level 2 (age 6) meet one time per week for 45 minutes.
• Pre-Ballet Level 3 (age 7) meets one time per week for 1 hour.
  • Children in this level begin more formal ballet technique with barre work becoming part of their class syllabus.

Enrollment is based on a child’s age as of September 1, 2010.

At the end of the year, Pre-Ballet students participate in the Academy's Spring Presentation, an informal performance held in our AustinVentures StudioTheater.

Dress Code

Girls: Ballet Blue Bloch, Capezio Light Blue or Pale Blue Harmonie leotard, short sleeve style only, pink tights, pink ballet shoes. No skirts, please.  Hair should be up or pulled back neatly away from the face.

Boys: White short sleeve leotard or fitted T-shirt, black tights with no socks or black shorts with white socks, black ballet shoes.

2010/11 Class Schedule
Children should be enrolled based upon their age as of September 1, 2010.

The 2010/11 school year begins September 7, 2010.