Class Descriptions
Pre-Ballet 3-4
Students in this level are introduced to the art of dance through movement exploration, creative imagery, props, and musical identification.
Meets once a week for 1 hour, ages 3-4
Pre-Ballet 4-5
The second year of Pre-Ballet expands upon the concepts introduced in Pre-Ballet A. Students will dive
deeper into the rhythm, and locomotor movements, and expand their imagination.
Meets once a week for 1 hour, ages 4-5
Primary 5-6
Primary A will further expand on the students’ creative exploration, strength building, teamwork, and discipline. Additionally, this level introduces basic ballet vocabulary.
Meets once a week for 1 hour, ages 5-6
Primary 6-7
The second year of Primary continues to grow the ballet vocabulary and introduces the ballet class structure. Creativity and deepening musical understanding deepen.
Meets once a week for 1 hour, ages 6-7
Level 1
Continuing to build on the ballet class structure, Level 1 deepens the ballet vocabulary. This class aims to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration as well as introduce barre work.
Meets twice a week for 1 hour, enrollment by placement only.
Level 2
This level builds on the skills and vocabulary mastered in Level I. Classes aim to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration. Classtime extends by 15 minutes.
Meets twice a week for 1 hour and 30 minutes, enrollment by placement only.
Level 3
Level 3 builds on the skills and vocabulary mastered in prior levels, now attending 3 times a week. Classes aim to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration.
Meets three times a week for 1 hour and 30 minutes, enrollment by placement only.
Level 4
Level 4 builds on the skills and vocabulary mastered in prior levels, now attending 3 or 4 times a week. Classes aim to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration. Pointe work is introduced at this level when appropriate.
Meets four times a week for 1 hour and 30 minutes, enrollment by placement only.
Level 5
Level 5 builds on the skills and vocabulary mastered in prior levels, now attending 4 or 5 times a week. Classes aim to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration. Pointe work continues and advances in this level.
Meets five times a week for 1 hour and 45 minutes, enrollment by placement only.
Level 6
Level 6 builds on the skills and vocabulary mastered in prior levels, now attending 5 times a week. Classes aim to strengthen technique, stamina, and concentration. A separate pointe class begins at this level.
Meets five times a week for 2 hours and 15 minutes, enrollment by placement only.
Boys Class
For all level boys in addition to their assigned technique class. Focusing on strength, line, discipline, and quality of movement with a male instructor.
Meets once a week for 1 hour, enrollment by placement only.
All tuition and fees paid to SBSA are non-refundable. Fees may not be transferred or extended towards future tuition.If a student wishes to withdraw from the summer intensive, the SBSA office must receive written notification. SBSA is not liable or obligated in any way to process any refunds or issue any tuition credits. No refunds or credits are granted for missed classes or early withdrawal.