Classes & Dress Code

In every ballet class level, each student is encouraged to progress individually, while continuing their development of technique, strength, and poise throughout each class. If families are not certain about which class to enroll in, please check-in with our office. New students can take a placement class to be assessed by the instructor and they will suggest which class may best suit the student.  

 

PRE-BALLET (ages 4+) and PRE-BALLET 2   light blue leotard 

The teacher’s recommendation is required for 3 year old students. Pre-Ballet 2 is for students who are in their second year of pre-ballet.

 

BALLET 1 (ages 6+)  light pink leotard 

 

BALLET 2    fuschia leotard  

 

BALLET 3   violet leotard

 

BALLET 4   burgundy leotard

 

BALLET 5   navy blue leotard   (Teacher’s Recommendation Required)     

Students will focus on pointe work and improving technique. They should attend at least 3 classes per week.

 

BALLET 6  black leotard  (Teacher’s Recommendation Required)

For students with advanced technical skills and experience on pointe. They should attend 3 or more classes weekly.

 

ADULT BALLET and TEEN BALLET 

Adults (ages 18-99+) and teens of all levels are welcome to the beginner and Intermediate level classes. These are ideal for individuals who have an interest in ballet, or a desire for a gentle form of exercise. Please register through the Bloomington Community Education Department for the Adult Ballet classes.

 

CLASS DRESS CODE 

For Students in Pre-Ballet through Ballet 6 classes:

  • Girls wear a leotard (with no skirt attached). The leotard needs to be the designated color for their ballet level, see above. Additionally wearing light pink tights and pink ballet slippers.
  • Boys wear a white t-shirt, black tights, and black ballet slippers.
  • Hair should be secured in a low bun, pulled back, completely away from the face & eyes.
  • Please Do NOT wear legwarmers, or extra clothing items.

For the Adult Ballet and Teen Ballet classes, students may wear clothing that allows instructors to see the lines of the body (such as leggings, a t-shirt, socks, fitness or yoga attire; leotard and tights are optional). Ballet slippers are recommended.