Making The Pointe Ballet Academy offers training for students from pre-primary through pre-professional levels. The curriculum emphasizes classical ballet technique based upon the infusion of Russian tradition of training. Character dance classes are an integral part of the training program. Students are also exposed to other forms of dance, including modern dance, jazz dance, tap dance and ethnic dances to enrich and enhance their dance experience.

Classes are taught by experienced professional instructors. Ballet classes are conducted with piano accompaniment. Students enrolled in the school receive both a mid-year and year-end evaluation from their primary instructors, assessing the progress of their study and assisting them in setting priorities and goals for the coming year.

PRE-PRIMARY AND PRIMARY LEVEL

This class is designed for students aged 4-9 who have no training background in classical ballet. The purpose of the class is to prepare students to enter Making The Pointe Ballet Academy regular program when they have reached an appropriate level of readiness. The class meets one time per week for one hour. Curriculum will cover the elementary exercises and co ordinations of classical ballet training, as well as focusing on the development of memory and focus for the training process, musical and rhythmic awareness, and understanding of the protocol and etiquette of the class. Enrollment in Preparatory Ballet is open. To enroll, please contact Making The Pointe here and request a pre-primary and primary Enrollment Form.

TEEN/ADULT BALLET

Adult/Teen Ballet is designed for teenagers and adults who are interested in an open enrollment, on-going ballet training program at the beginning/intermediate level. Adult/Teen Ballet offers participants a wonderful opportunity to strengthen and tone the body, as well as  balance, musicality increase, flexibility and coordination while enjoying the aesthetics of this classical art form. No previous experience is required.

 

BEGINNING BALLET LEVEL

The beginning ballet level offers classes for children ages 5-7. The syllabus introduces students to the basic shapes, positions and postures of classical ballet. The motor skills become more defined and refined as children are challenged to mold their bodies to these very specific positions. Musicality and dynamics of movement are stressed as the students gain more control of their bodies.
 

As students stretch and strengthen their muscles,  their bodies get stronger, their minds absorb information about all of their encounter on these adventures.
Elements of geometry, anatomy, and linguistics are introduced as are the customs and musical rhythms of different cultures

PRE-PROFESSIONAL LEVEL

Students will be considered for acceptance into the Pre-Professional level based upon their hard work, determination and discipline. They must also have the technical ability and physical strength required for the more advanced work in this level.

Progression into the Pre-Professional level is based upon the student's mastery of the vocabulary and the physical understanding required in the syllabus of his/her current level. Since students progress at different rates this may be a two or three year process.


Pre-Professional level students are required to attend all scheduled classes for their level. Ballet technique, pointe, variations and partnering comprise.