STUDENT DIVISION

ABOUT | Ballet Levels 1 through 8 are designed for students ages 9 and up. Placement in these levels for new students requires an audition. End of season advancements are considered on an individual basis and determined by class observation and exam classes. Students in this division can expect to spend more than one year in each level. Students perform in the Ballet West Academy Winter, Spring, and Contemporary Showcases. Students in this division are also expected to participate in Ballet West Academy’s summer Accelerated Ballet Workshop and/or a Ballet West summer intensive or other approved ballet intensive program.

PLACEMENT | By audition, conducted at the studio with an in-class audition or through a video audition. If you have questions, we encourage you to email us at academy@balletwest.org and a representative will contact you.

ACADEMIC GUIDE |  Ballet West Academy met with various academic institutions in order to provide you with options that will meet your student’s educational needs. You can find detailed information in our Academics Guide packet here.

LEVEL 1 | Placement by Audition

Upon placement in Level 1, students begin to experience the satisfaction of a more comprehensive knowledge of the Ballet West Academy syllabus and the ability to execute its principles. The emphasis in this level is the development of the “whole child.” Along with continued progress in their physical development, students enjoy a more detailed curriculum.

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $3,192

  • Monthly Installment: $354.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Trolley Corners Campus

LEVEL 2 | Placement by Audition

Level 2 students continue to experience the satisfaction of a more comprehensive knowledge of the Ballet West Academy syllabus and the ability to execute its principles.

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $4,110

  • Monthly Installment: $456.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Trolley Corners Campus

LEVEL 3 | Placement by Audition

Level 3 prepares the serious dance student for entrance to the Upper School. Students in this level begin to understand a commitment to excellence and the desire to achieve their “personal best”. It is at this stage in a child’s training that we begin to see them emerge as young artists. We continue to build on each student’s natural abilities while emphasizing strength, stamina, and technical accomplishment. In addition to technique and conditioning classes, the students add modern dance to their program. Boys focus on boys’ techniques while girls at this level are carefully evaluated and typically placed on pointe. With support and guidance students progress at a pace tailored to match their individual needs.

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,010

  • Monthly Installment: $556.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Trolley Corners Campus

LEVEL 4 | Placement by Audition

Upon completing the essential requirements of training and successfully demonstrating appropriate skill level and maturity, students are ready for a more intense and challenging course of study in Level 4. Female students at this level must show a structural capacity for pointe work, and all students must possess ample strength and stamina.  All of the classes in our comprehensive curriculum are designed to best provide the skills necessary to pursue a career in dance. We believe in a healthy and nurturing approach to the development of each student. As the level of difficulty increases, so does the passion for the pursuit of excellence. As a result, every student’s advancement through the program is based on ability rather than age.

* The Level 4 schedule is split between Trolley Corners & Ballet Centre

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,592

  • Monthly Installment: $621.33

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Ballet Centre & Trolley Corners Campus

LEVEL 5 | Placement by Audition

Level 5 is the entry into the upper school of Ballet West Academy. Female students at this level must have strong pointe work at barre and center. Male students will continue to have specialized classes in male technique. Supplemental classes in modern, conditioning, and pas de deux help to round out the curriculum for these students to better prepare them for the versatile demands of the professional ballet career.

*Classes for Level 5 and above are held at the Ballet Centre Campus

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,009

  • Monthly Installment: $667.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Ballet Centre

LEVEL 6 | Placement by Audition

Levels 6, 7, and 8 are the highest levels in the Academy before the Professional Training Division.  Students at this level study 6 days per week in ballet curriculum and also in the additional dance genres necessary for their preparation for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program.  An additional benefit of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.

LEVEL 6 | Placement by Audition

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,009

  • Monthly Installment: $667.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Ballet Centre

LEVEL 7 | Placement by Audition

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,117

  • Monthly Installment: $679.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Ballet Centre

LEVEL 8 | Placement by Audition

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• Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,117

  • Monthly Installment: $679.67

• Registration Fee: $45

• No performance or costume fees

• Classes held at the Ballet Centre