Ballet (7 and above)

Ballet

Curricular ballet begins with Ballet I for our 7-year olds. Each year of study, new technical material is added to the curriculum. In this way, levels become technically more demanding and artistic development is nurtured. The curriculum is paced so in each level as students gain new material they are developing the muscular foundation to support themselves on pointe as well as arrive to the introductory pointe level at an appropriate age. As the students continue to develop and grow, level placement is based on ability and comprehension, rather than age.

While we specialize in classical ballet technique, we also offer other classes such as tap, jazz, character dance, and contemporary based on students ballet technique level, as well as physical and cognitive development. Fort Wayne Ballet is fortunate to have international faculty, who have both performing and academic professional backgrounds. For 36 weeks of the year, we teach over 92 hours of classes every week, with eight more weeks of classes offered in the summer.

**Young men participating in the program are on full scholarship and limited scholarships and work study programs are available for young ladies. 

How To Enroll:
To enroll in classes, download the registration form below or call 260-484-9646 and speak with the Academy Administrator who can mail you the appropriate paperwork. You can also email the Academy Administrator for this information.

Click HERE to download 2010-2011 Schedule and Registration forms.


 2010-2011 Class Schedule
 updated 6/16/10

Class
Day
Time
Leotard
(All Mirella Style #207)
Ballet I**
M
6:30-7:30pm
White
Ballet I** F 4:00-5:00pm White
Ballet I**
S
9:00-10:00am
White
Satellite Ballet I**
-
TBA
White
       
Ballet IIA
TU
4:00-5:00pm
Pink
Ballet IIA
W
4:00-5:00pm
Pink
Ballet IIA
F
6:30-7:45am
Pink
Ballet IIA S 11:15-12:15pm Pink
       
Ballet IIB
TU
5:30-6:45pm
Pink
Ballet IIB
W
5:30-6:45pm
Pink
Ballet IIB
TH
5:30-6:45pm
Pink
Ballet IIB
F
6:30-7:45pm
Pink
       
Ballet IIC TU 5:00-6:00pm Class Color
       
Ballet IIIA
M
5:30-7:00pm
Light Blue
Ballet IIIA TU 6:00-7:30pm Light Blue
Ballet IIIA W 5:30-7:00pm Light Blue
Ballet IIIA TH 4:00-5:30pm Light Blue
       
Ballet IIIB
M
5:30-7:00pm
Light Blue
Ballet IIIB-P
W
4:00-5:30pm
Light Blue
Ballet IIIB
TH
4:00-5:30pm
Light Blue
       
Ballet IIIC TH 6:30-8:00pm class color
       
Ballet IV
M
4:00-5:30pm
Navy
Ballet IV
TU
6:30-8:00pm
Navy
Ballet IV
W
7:00-8:30pm
Navy
Ballet IV
TH
6:45-8:15pm
Navy
Ballet IV-Ballet and Pointe F 4:00-6:30pm Navy
       
Ballet V,VI
M
4:00-5:30pm
Navy
Ballet V,VI
TU
6:30-8:00pm
Navy
Ballet V,VI
W
7:00-8:30pm
Navy
Ballet V,VI TH 6:45-8:15pm Navy
Ballet V,VI-Ballet and Pointe
F
4:00-6:30pm
Navy
Teen & Adult
Open Beginning Ballet
M
7:30-8:30pm
Dark colored leotard with tights
Teen & Adult
Open Ballet
TU
6:45-7:45pm
Dark colored leotard with tights
Teen & Adult
Open Ballet Int./Adv.
W
11:45-12:45pm
Dark colored leotard with tights
Teen & Adult
Open Ballet Int./Adv.
S 12:30-1:30pm Dark colored leotard with tights 
Mommy and Me*
W
11:45-12:45pm
Dark colored leotard with tights
Teen & Adult
Pilates
S
11:00am-12:00pm
Dark colored leotard with tights
 
Open Tap TH 6:30-7:15pm  
Begin. Tap for Ballet I’s
M
5:45-6:30pm

Tap 1
M
5:00-5:45pm

Tap 2 F 6:45-7:30pm  
Tap 3
TH
7:15-8:00pm

Tap 4
F
7:30-8:15pm

       
YC Character
TU
7:30-8:30pm

 

YC TOO Character TU 6:30-7:30pm  
PL 1 Character
TU
6:30-7:30pm

PL 2 Character
W
6:00-7:00pm

       
Open Contemporary
TU
4:30-5:30pm

Contemporary II
W
7:00-8:30pm
       
Open Modern TU

7:45-8:45pm

Modern I W 5:30-7:00pm
Modern II TH 6:30-8:00pm
       
Open Jazz M 4:00-5:00pm  
Jazz IIIA
S
11:30-12:30pm
Jazz IIIB M 7:00-8:15pm  
Jazz IIIC W 4:00-5:30pm
Jazz IV F 4:00-5:30pm  
Jazz V,VI F 5:30-7:00pm  
       
Hip Hop TH 8:15-9:00pm  
       
Musical Theatre TH 5:30-6:30pm  
       
Youth Company Academic
S
9:00-10:00am
White
Youth Company Technique
S
10:00-11:15am
White
Youth Company TOO
Technique
S 10:00-11:15am White
Youth Company TOO Academic/PL Academic S 11:30-12:30pm White
Youth Company/TOO
Rehearsal
S 12:30-2:00pm White
       
Performing Level 1
M
4:00-5:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1-P
M
5:30-6:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1
TU
4:00-5:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1-P
TU
5:30-6:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1
W
7:00-8:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1
TH
4:00-5:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1-P
TH
5:30-6:30pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1
F
5:30-7:00pm
Burgundy
Performing Level 1 S 12:30-2:00pm Burgundy
       
Performing Level 2
M
4:00-5:30pm
Royal
Performing Level 2-P
M
5:30-6:30pm
Royal
Perfoming Level 2 TU 4:00-5:30pm Royal
Performing Level 2-P
TU
5:30-6:30pm
Royal
Performing Level 2
W
4:30-6:00pm
Royal
Performing Level 2
TH
4:00-5:30pm
Royal
Performing Level 2-P
TH
5:30-6:30pm
Royal
Performing Level 2
F
4:00-5:30pm
Royal
Performing Level 2
S
12:30-2:00pm
Royal
       
YC TOO/Performing Level Academic
S
11:30am-12:30pm
 
Performing Level Pilates
S
10:30-11:30am
 

*Adult enrolls in order for a child to enroll
**Student must be 7 by 8/1/10.


Teen & Adult Dance

Click HERE to download 2010-2011 Schedule and Registration Form

Open Ballet - Beginning...It’s never too late to learn.
If you’ve ever wanted to discover the joys and individual benefits of ballet, this class slowly and methodically teaches you the terminology, movement, and grace of this classical art. It is also a great way to reintroduce yourself to dance if you danced, “once upon a time.” If you are a teen who wants to learn, but feel you are beginning “too late,” this class allows you to explore ballet with students closer to your age. 

Open Ballet
This class is excellent for many students. If you’ve recently graduated from high school and want to keep ballet in your life while pursuing other interests, this is a great way to do so. Or, if you’ve taken the Teen & Adult Beginning course a few times and want to learn more advanced coursework, explore this option. 

Mommy & Me Dance
We know family’s lives are incredibly busy and it is often difficult for parents to find time to enrich their own lives if they have young children. Now, 3 & 4 year olds can take a Movement & Music class while mom takes Adult Ballet 1 in another studio. This is a great opportunity for parents of young children to expose their children to movement activity while they do something for themselves, too.

Note: A parent must enroll in dance class in order to enroll their 3 or 4 year old in the corresponding movement class. Children must be 3 by 8/1/10 in order to enroll. However, adults without children are welcome to enroll in this beginning ballet course. 

Teen & Adult Pilates
Pilates is a body conditioning routine that seeks to build flexibility, strength, endurance, and coordination without adding muscle bulk. In addition, Pilates® increases circulation and helps to sculpt the body and strengthen the body’s “core.” The goal of Pilates® is to unite your mind and body, which relieves stress and anxiety. People who do Pilates regularly feel they have better posture, are less prone to injury, and experience better overall health.

 


 

Transfer Student Placement
Students transfer to the Academy of Fort Wayne Ballet for various reasons. They may have recently moved to
the area or their current teacher may encourage them to continue their studies with us. Depending on the 
number of years they have taken strictly ballet classes, they usually take a placement class where faculty observes them and then makes a recommendation. Placement classes are a great way to get to know the Academy and do not obligate a student to enroll in classes. If you are interested in arranging a placement class for your student, please contact the Academy Administrator at 260-484-9646. 
To receive more information about the Academy's educational opportunities, email Academy Administrator.

 


 

Snow Policy
In the event that Fort Wayne Community Schools close, class at the main studio and satellite will be cancelled for the day. In the event that Huntington County Community Schools close, class at the satellite location will be cancelled for the day. In the event that Fort Wayne Community Schools cancel after-school activities, class at the main studio and satellite will be cancelled for the day. In the event that Huntington County Community Schools cancel after-school activities, class at the satellite location will be cancelled for the day. In the event that Fort Wayne Community Schools observes a 2-hour delay, the Company AM class will begin at 11AM.  All other classes will run as scheduled. Saturday closures will be broadcast on local TV and radio stations.