Classical Ballet

Students continue their previous training by learning more complicated movements and combining them into sequences. Strength and flexibility are emphasized as new steps increase in complexity. Students progress to balancing on demi-pointe in preparation for learning the first pirouettes, then frequently add jumps to build the necessary leg and foot strength required for pointe work. By the time a student reaches Ballet 7 & 8, steps are combined into longer, more intricate patterns and performed at a variety of tempi, requiring precision, alacrity and developing each student’s musicality and artistic expression.

The benefits of ballet training extend far beyond the mastery of steps and positions. Classical ballet training also develops:

  • Beautifully-sculpted, strong, articulate, and flexible bodies
  • The joy of expressing oneself through movement
  • Commitment
  • Determination
  • An appreciation for the arts—as a performer and as an audience member
  • Patience
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-discipline
  • The ability to set & achieve goals in the quest for excellence

Monthly payment plans are available with online registration.

Boys Ballet Technique

  • Placement Required (Ballet 5-8 boys)

  • $470/semester (Aug 2023-Dec 2023)

Taught by Brandon Ramey, co-director of the Ballet Memphis School and former leading artist with the professional company, this one-on-one approach helps to build the strength and form needed to develop as a male dancer.

*Boys registered in a regular ballet level may take this class at no additional cost

Attire: white T-shirt, black tights, white socks, black ballet shoes.

Boys Ballet Technique Schedule

Wednesday 6:15-7:00pm Dream Studio

Ballet 3

  • Placement required

  • $1460/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

Students attend class twice weekly to learn more complicated movements and practice combining them into sequences.

Attire: lavender short-sleeved leotard, pink or flesh toned tights and matching ballet shoes. Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: white T-shirt, black tights, white socks, and black ballet shoes.

Ballet 3 Schedule

Both classes required.

Thursday 4:45–6:00pm Discover Studio
Saturday 11:00am–12:15pm Spark Studio

Ballet 4

  • Placement required

  • $1525/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

Students attend class three times a week to learn more complicated movements and practice combining them into sequences.

Attire: purple short-sleeved leotard, pink or flesh toned tights and matching ballet shoes. Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: white T-shirt, black tights, white socks, and black ballet shoes.

Ballet 4 Schedule

All classes required.

Monday 4:45-6:00pm Spark Studio
Thursday 4:45-6:00pm Dream Studio
Saturday 12:30-1:45pm Dream Studio

Ballet 5

  • Placement required

  • $2125/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

In Ballet 5, strength and flexibility are emphasized and new steps increase in complexity. Students practice balancing on demi-pointe in preparation for learning the first pirouettes (turns). One-footed relevés and jumps also are given frequently to build the necessary leg and foot strength required for pointe work.

Attire: hunter green short sleeved leotard, pink or flesh toned tights and matching ballet shoes, and bullet pointe skirt in hunter (optional). Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: white T-shirt, black tights, white socks, and black ballet shoes.

Ballet 5 Schedule

All classes required.

Monday 6:00-7:15pm Discover Studio
Monday (pre-pointe) 7:15-7:45pm Discover Studio
Wednesday 4:45-6:15 pm Discover Studio
Saturday 11:00am-12:30pm Discover Studio

Ballet 6

  • Placement required

  • $2500/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

Strength and flexibility are emphasized and new steps increase in complexity. Students practice balancing on demi-pointe in preparation for learning the first pirouettes (turns). One-footed relevés and jumps also are given frequently to build the necessary leg and foot strength required for pointe work. Ballet 6 students also take a modern class and, when ready, begin learning the basics of pointe technique.

Attire: burgundy camisole leotard, pink or skin-tone tights, ballet and pointe shoes, and bullet pointe skirt in cranberry (optional). Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: white T-shirt, black tights, white socks, and black ballet shoes.

Ballet 6 Schedule

All classes required.

Monday 4:45-6:00pm Dream Studio
Monday (modern) 6:15-7:15pm Dream Studio
Tuesday 4:45-6:15pm Discover Studio
Wednesday 4:45-6:15pm Discover Studio
Saturday 9:00-10:15am Dream Studio
Saturday (pointe) 10:15-11:00am DiscoverStudio

Ballet 7

  • Placement required

  • $2850/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

In addition to learning and perfecting the most challenging movements in the classical ballet syllabus, steps are now combined in longer and more intricate patterns and are performed at a variety of tempi—from very slow, requiring control and balance, to very fast, requiring precision and alacrity. Great emphasis is placed on these development levels and in refining each dancer’s musicality and artistic expression. To supplement the students’ training and broaden their versatility, Ballet 7 students take weekly classes in Modern dance. The commitment required to train at these levels develops self-discipline, confidence, attention to detail and determination. Whether or not Ballet 7 students aspire toward a professional career, instructors challenge dancers to set and pursue goals that will help them achieve their maximum potential.

Attire: solid-color leotard, pink or skin-tone tights, ballet & pointe shoes, and black bullet pointe skirt (optional). Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: black tights and black shoes with any solid color tee.

Ballet 7 Schedule

All classes required.

Monday 6:15-7:45pm Fly Studio
Tuesday 4:45-6:15pm Dream Studio
Wednesday 4:45-6:15pm Dream Studio
Wednesday (pointe/var) 6:15–7:00pm Dream Studio
Saturday 9:00–10:30am Fly Studio
Saturday (Modern) 10:45am-12:00pm Dream Studio

Ballet 8

  • Placement required

  • $2850/full year (Aug 2023-May 2024)

In addition to learning and perfecting the most challenging movements in the classical ballet syllabus, steps are now combined in longer and more intricate patterns and are performed at a variety of tempi—from very slow, requiring control and balance, to very fast, requiring precision and alacrity. Great emphasis is placed on these development levels and in refining each dancer’s musicality and artistic expression. To supplement the students’ training and broaden their versatility, Ballet 8 students take weekly classes in Modern dance. The commitment required to train at these levels develops self-discipline, confidence, attention to detail and determination. Whether or not Ballet 8 students aspire toward a professional career, instructors challenge dancers to set and pursue goals that will help them achieve their maximum potential.

Attire: solid-color leotard, pink or skin-tone tights, ballet & pointe shoes, and bullet pointe skirt in any color (optional). Hair secured off the neck and shoulders.

Boys' Attire: black tights and black shoes with any solid color tee.

Ballet 8 Schedule

All classes required.

Monday 4:45-6:15pm Fly Studio
Tuesday 4:45-6:15pm Fly Studio
Wednesday 4:45-6:15pm Fly Studio
Wednesday (pointe/var) 6:15-7:00pm Fly Studio
Saturday 10:30am–12:00pm Fly Studio
Saturday (Modern) 12:15–1:30 pm Fly Studio