Student Division Levels 1 through 8 are designed for students ages 10 and up. Ballet West Academy promotes a healthy and nurturing approach. Classes follow a carefully constructed, comprehensive curriculum, designed to provide the skills necessary to pursue a career in dance. Students perform in the Ballet West Academy Winter, Spring, and Contemporary Showcases.

Utah County

Ballet levels 1 through 8 in Pleasant Grove, Utah, is designed for students ages 10 and up. Placement are determined by placement only. Acceptance and placement are determined by an audition held before the new fall season, or an audition can be arranged with the Campus Principal. Promotions are considered on an individual basis and determined in part by an examination demonstrated at the end of the school year and an evaluation by the Ballet West Academy Director and Principal of the Campus. Students in this division can expect to spend more than one year in each level.

Level 1

  • 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.

  • 2024-2025

    Tuesday - 4:45pm - 6:45pm
    Ballet Technique
    Conditioning
    Rep

    Thursday - 4:45pm - 6:30pm
    Ballet Technique
    Conditioning

    Friday - 4:30pm - 6:45pm
    Ballet Technique
    Contemporary

    *Schedules are subject to change.

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $3,300
    Monthly Installment: $366.67
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Pink with BWA logo
    Skirt: Pink
    Belt: Pink
    Tights: *So Danca" tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Skin tone leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Burgundy with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:

    https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2225

Level 2

  • 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.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday     - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pre-Pointe

    Tuesday - 6:30pm-8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pre-Pointe

    Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Contemporary

    Friday
    4:30pm - 6:00pm Ballet Technique
    6:00pm - 7:00pm Conditioning/Rep

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $3,780
    Monthly Installment: $420
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Emerald Green (looks like turqouise blue) with BWA logo
    Skirt: Emerald Green
    Belt: Navy
    Tights: So Danca in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Emerald Green with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2226

Level 3

  • 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 boy’s 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.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday     - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe

    Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe

    Thursday - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
    7:00pm - 8:30pm Contemporary

    Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
    10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
    11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $4,500
    Monthly Installment: $500
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Navy with BWA logo
    Skirt: Navy
    Belt: Black
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Navy with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2227

Level 4

  • 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 for excellence. As a result, every student’s advancement through the program is based on their ability rather than their age. 

  • 2024-2025

    Level 4 - Ladies

    Monday     - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:00pm Pointe

    Tuesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe

    Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe

    Thursday - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
    7:00pm - 8:30pm Contemporary

    Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
    10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
    11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep

    Level 4 - Gentlemen

    Monday - 4:00pm – 6:30pm

    Tuesday - 6:30pm – 8:30pm

    Wednesday - 6:30pm – 8:30pm

    Thursday - 5:30pm – 8:30pm

    Saturday - 10:00am – 1:15pm

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,850
    Monthly Installment: $650
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Tropic Green with BWA logo
    Skirt: Tropic Green
    Belt:Turquoise
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Skin tone leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Tropic Green with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at

    Level 4 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2228

    Level 4 Gentlemen: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2237

Level 5

  • Level 5 is the entry into the upper school of the 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.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe

    Tuesday     - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
    8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe

    Wednesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Variations/Rep

    Thursday - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique

    Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
    10:00am - 11:30amm Ballet Technique
    11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,715
    Monthly Installment: $635
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Purple with BWA logo
    Skirt: Purple
    Belt: Lilac
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Purple with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:
    https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2229

  • 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.  Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday     - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class

    Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
    6:30pm - 7:30pm Optional Pilates

    Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Variations/Rep Girls
    6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys

    Thursday
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique

    Saturday
    10:00am - 1:45pm Ballet Technique

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,850
    Monthly Installment: $650
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Dark Purple with BWA logo
    Skirt: Dark Purple
    Belt: Dark Purple
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Skin tone leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Dark Purple with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:

    Level 6 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2230

    Ladies 6 Gentlemen: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2238

Level 6

Level 7

  • 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.  Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday     - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class

    Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
    6:30pm - 7:30pm Pilates

    Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls en Pointe
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Variations/Rep Girls
    6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys

    Thursday
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique

    Saturday
    10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
    11:45am - 1:45pm Pointe/Rep

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,390
    Monthly Installment: $710
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Hunter Green with BWA logo
    Skirt: Hunter Green
    Belt: Black
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Skin tone leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Hunter Green with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:

    Level 7 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2231

    Ladies 7 Gentlemen:
    https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2239

Level 8

  • 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.  Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.

  • 2024-2025

    Monday     - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class

    Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
    6:30pm - 7:30pm Pilates

    Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls en Pointe
    5:30pm - 6:30pm Variations/Rep Girls
    6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys

    Thursday
    4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
    5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique

    Saturday
    10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
    11:45am - 1:45pm Pointe/Rep

    *Schedule is subject to change

  • Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,390
    Monthly Installment: $710
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • LADIES
    Leotard: Hunter Green with BWA logo
    Skirt: Hunter Green
    Belt: Black
    Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
    Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
    Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
    For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
    Performances: Skin tone leotard

    GENTLEMEN
    Shirt: Hunter Green with BWA logo
    Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
    Socks: Freed socks in white
    Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
    Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed

    Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus.

  • New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2232


Our Utah County campus offers additional, open enrollment classes for dancers ages 13 and up. Students can expand into to spend more than one year in each level.

Other Styles

Supplemental Ballet

  • Offered for teens who want to improve their ballet technique. Students attending this class are those who want to deepen ballet skills without the demands of a rigorous ballet school schedule or serious ballet students that are interested in more technique assistance.  This class will enhance flexibility and strength and offers personalized attention to help the student build a stronger technical foundation.

  • 2024-2025

    Supplementary Ballet (Levels 5-8)     Wednesday - 2:30pm - 4:00pm

    *Schedules are subject to change.

  • Tuition for the Academy Year (per class): $150
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • SUPPLEMENTAL BALLET:
    Ladies: Solid color leotard, no skirt. Pink tights & shoes or flesh tone tights & matching shoes.
    Gentlemen: solid color T-shirt, tights, & shoes.

  • Supplemental Ballet - Level 5-8
    REGISTER HERE

Commercial Dance

  • This class is designed for students to improve various styles of dance to make themselves more marketable in the professional commercial dance industry.  Hip Hop, Jazz, Jazz Funk are all included in this class blend of fun and technique.  This class will help develop skills to help master the versatility and flair required for the high-energy environment of music videos, commercials, and live performances.

  • 2024-2025

    Commercial Dance
    Friday - 3:30pm - 5:00pm

    *Schedules are subject to change.

  • Tuition for the Academy Year (per class): $150
    Registration Fee: $45

    No performance or costume fees

  • COMMERCIAL DANCE:
    Ladies and Gentlemen: solid color T-shirt, tights, & shoes.

  • Commercial Dance
    REGISTER HERE

Important Dates

Academic Year

Start of 2024/2025 Academic Year
August 19, 2024

End of the 2024/2025 Academic Year
May 17, 2025

Performances

Merry Little Christmas Show
November 21 - 22, 2024

All-Campus Contemporary Showcase:
The Four Seasons
March 13 - 15, 2025

Coppelia Suite
May 2 - 3, 2025

Studio Closures

Labor Day - September 2, 2024
Fall Break - October 17 - 20, 2024
Halloween - October 31, 2024
Thanksgiving Break - November 25 - December 1, 2024
Winter Break - December 23 - January 5, 2025
MLK Jr. Day - January 20 , 2025
President's Day - February 17, 2025
Spring Break - March 31 - April 6, 2025

Current Contemporary
Performing Ensemble

Student Division students (Levels 6-8) have the opportunity to audition for the Current Contemporary Performing Ensemble, the official contemporary group of the Ballet West Academy. Students can dive more deeply into contemporary techniques, creative processes, and performance opportunities with guest choreographers.

Our Location

Utah County

Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy
564 W 700 S #403
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
801-869-6990

Office Hours:
Sunday | Closed
Monday - Friday | 3:45PM-8:00PM
Saturday | 9:00AM-1:00PM

Artistic Leadership & Student Division Faculty

  • Evelyn Cisneros-Legate

    DIRECTOR, BALLET WEST ACADEMY

  • Heather Thackeray

    PRINCIPAL, UTAH COUNTY CAMPUS

  • Izzy Arrieta

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Jamie Butler

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Dantzel Cherry

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Mariah Edmunds

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY AND TROLLEY CORNERS

  • Sammy Gomm

    UTAH COUNTY CAMPUS INSTRUCTOR AND ADMINISTRATOR

  • Lindsey Larsen Laford

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Katelyn Milner-Packer

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Nanette Reimschussel Chertudi

    UTAH COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR, INSTRUCTOR AND ADULT PROGRAM COORDINATOR

  • Samantha Taggart

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY

  • Joshua Trader

    INSTRUCTOR AT BALLET CENTRE, TROLLEY CORNERS, AND UTAH COUNTY

  • Kyohei Yoshida

    INSTRUCTOR AT UTAH COUNTY, BALLET CENTRE, TROLLEY CORNERS, AND ADULT CLASSES

Learn about our faculty

Placement in our Student Division requires an audition for new students.
Auditions are held with an in-studio placement class or video audition.