Pre-Professional Program

Scroll down to see class schedule for ages 6 to adult.

Vero Classical Ballet’s Pre-Professional Program for ages 6 and up is based on the world-renowned Vaganova Method which has produced such famous dancers as Baryshnikov, Makarova, Nureyev, Ulanova, and many more. While the Vaganova technique is our principal teaching method, VCB does not use it to the exclusion of others (i.e. Balanchine, Bournonville, etc).

Besides teaching an illustrious method with a proven track record, VCB believes that there are other important attributes to excellence in training dancers. VCB focuses on the students’ strengths while teaching them to overcome their weaknesses.  Additionally, since classical ballet is a performance art form, we strive to give the students stage time in addition to their rigorous training. Students in the Pre-Professional Program will have the opportunity to perform variations and pas de deux from the classical repertoire.

 

Please note that ages listed are guidelines only. Students will be placed in classes according to their physical ability and maturity level.

Schedule

Pre-Ballet / Ballet I (ages 6-8) — Wed. 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Ballet I / II (ages 7-9) — Wed. 10:00am – 11:00am (homeschoolers’ class)

Ballet II / III (ages 8-10) — Thurs. 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Advanced Ballet (ages 10+) — Thurs. 6pm – 8pm, Sat. 11am – 1pm
Pointe is included in this class
Boy’s / Men’s class — Saturday 1pm – 3pm  (summer hours 11am – 1pm)

Partnering (invitation only)contact us for current schedule

Teen / Adult Classes

Beginner Level – Monday 5:00 – 6:30pm

Intermediate / Advanced Level – Wednesday 6:30 – 8:00pm

Pre-Professional Program Dress Code

Girls / Women:

  • Pre-Ballet/Ballet I: Navy camisole leotard
  • Ballet II and up: Black camisole leotard
  • Pink convertible/transition tights
  • Pink leather or canvas split-sole ballet shoes
  • No skirts

Boys / Men:

  • White t-shirt
  • Black dance or bike shorts
  • Dance belt
  • Black leather or canvas split-sole ballet shoes

***Girls of all ages/levels*** MUST HAVE THEIR HAIR IN A BUN!!!
Loose hair can be an irritation when turning and a distraction to the teacher and students.

Tickets Available!!!
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Dates to Remember

Memorial Day
Monday, May 27 - no classes

Spring Performance - June 22
Dress Rehearsal 1:00pm
Performance 7:00pm

Princess Ballet Camp!
July 8 - 19 click for details...

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Watch a class!

Parents and friends of registered students may watch a class every other month.

2013 dates
May 6-11
July 8-13 (may change)
September 2-7
November 4-9

Please remain quietly behind the curtains during other times so students can get the full benefit of their class instruction.
Thank you!