Ballet

What is Ballet?

Ballet is known as the building block of all dance and is characterized by graceful and precise movements done in "turned out" positions. This genre is dance is a great start when considering where to place your child for classes. This style is a foundational piece for lyrical, acro, modern, contemporary and jazz. We strongly recommend this genre when taking any of the following classes. 

At our studio we work in levels. Miss Katie does her absolute best in tracking each child's progress and teaching the skills necessary to move up. 

Requirements 

AGE 18+ MONTHS
Shoes:
  • Recreational: Pink ballet shoes (to be purchased at the front desk)
  • Competition: Pink ballet shoes (to be purchased at the front desk)
Dancewear: 
  • Black leotard (available in the lobby or for purchase at the front desk)
  • Pink tights (can be purchased in the lobby or our team store)
  • Black practice skirt/Black shorts (optional)
  • Hair must be pulled back out of the dancer's face (bun)

Class Levels:
  • Ready Set Ballet (Pre-Ballet) (Ages 18mo- 5yr)
  • Level 1 (Ages 6+)
  • Level 2 (Ages 9-11) (Permission Only)
  • Level 3 (Ages 12+) (Permission Only)
  • Level 4 (Ages 12+) (Permission Only)
  • Pointe (Ages 12+) (Permission Only)

Boys

Shoes: 
  • Black ballet shoes (Available for order at the front desk)

Dancewear:
  • Recreational (once a week):
  • Plain black gym shorts 
  • Plain black cut-off t-shirt
  • Competition:
  • Black men's tights 
  • White crew neck, form fitted t-shirt 

Dress Code Policy

A2J has strict guidelines with regards to shoes and attire permitted at each level in the classroom. Consult the A2J Crew Handbook for guidelines or contact the studio with any specific questions. We have a team store where shoes and dance attire can be purchased.