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Primary Ballet Dancers ages 5-6
Be the next generation of ballet dancers at Ballet Kalamazoo!
Fall classes begin Monday, September 14th, 2020! Please note: Ballet Kalamazoo will begin our Fifth Season virtually. Read message from Owner/Artistic Director here:
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Ballet Kalamazoo offers two paths to study classical ballet.
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Path 1: Our Ballet Kalamazoo School which includes our Children’s and Youth/Adult Division are for dancers new to ballet or revisiting their ballet training. Dancers in these divisions typically take one dance class per week. Tuition is billed by the semester and is due by the 10th day of the semester.
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Path 2: The Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory is a training curriculum for the more serious dancer ages 8+ that reach Level 2 Ballet. Dancers in the conservatory take a required amount of classes per week based on their level. The Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory classes are designed to guide each individual student in achieving their goals as a ballet dancer. Tuition is billed monthly on the 10th of the month and dancers receive multi-class discounts.
Dancers not wishing to join the conservatory can continue their training one day a week in their level and remain on a semester billing cycle.
Your first class with us is free to try so be sure to select the trial option when you register. This can help to make sure your dancer is ready to commit to the full semester before you buy the uniform. For the first class, please wear something comfortable to move in like leggings and a t-shirt or dance attire if you have one already. If they decide to sign up, then we do require a uniform.
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CHILDREN'S DIVISION
Our Children's Division builds a strong foundation in classical ballet technique using imaginative ideas that build muscle memory, strength, musicality, flexibility and teamwork. These classes prepare the dancers wishing to continue with the Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory.
Pre-Primary Ballet - Ages 3-4 yrs - 30 mins
Tuesday: 5:15-5:45pm
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Saturday: 9:45-10:15am
Primary Ballet - Ages 5-6yrs - 45 mins
Tuesday: 6:00-6:45pm
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Thursday: 5:30-6:15pm
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Saturday: 10:30-11:15am
Level One Ballet - Ages 7-8 yrs - 60 mins
Monday: 5:30-6:30pm
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Thursday: 6:30-7:30pm
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Saturday: 10:00-11:00am
Children's Division Pricing
30 Minute Class: $11 per class
45 Minute Class: $12 per class
60 Minute Class: $13 per class
90 Minute Class: $15 per class
Billed by session dates. Due by the 10th day of the session.
THE BALLET KALAMAZOO
CONSERVATORY
The Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory
provides the opportunity for the more serious and committed dancer ages 9+ to study classical ballet.
The Ballet Conservatory is designed to guide the dedicated student in achieving their goals as a ballet dancer.
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With added class offerings and our new multi-class pricing joining the Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory allows you to take studying ballet from a hobby to living your passion.
The Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory is a training curriculum for the more serious dancer ages 9+ that reach Level 2 Ballet. Dancers in the conservatory take a required amount of classes per week based on their level. The Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory classes are designed to guide each individual student in achieving their goals as a ballet dancer. Tuition is billed monthly on the 10th of the month and dancers receive multi-class discounts.
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Conservatory students will take their required level classes listed plus any additional conservatory classes.
For example: a Level Two Conservatory Dancer would minimally take their required Level Two Ballet Class on Monday and Wednesday. For additional training, they could add a Pre-Pointe Class and Progressing Ballet Technique Class. This allows for a completely customizable dance experience tailored to each individual dancer's goals.
Dancers not wishing to join the conservatory can continue their training one day a week in their level and remain on a semester billing cycle.
CONSERVATORY DIVISION
Level Two Ballet - Ages 9+
Dancers are required to take 2+ classes per week.
Level 2 Conservatory Schedule
Monday: 5:15-6:30pm
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Wednesday: 6:15-7:30pm
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Saturday: 11:30-12:45pm
Additional classes can be taken with approval
Level Three Ballet- Ages 10+
Dancers are required to take 3+ classes per week.
Level 3 Conservatory Schedule
Ballet Kalamazoo Conservatory Discount
1st Class Full price
2nd Class 25% off
3rd Class 30% off
4th Class 50% off
5th Class 75% off
6th Classes or more 100% off
Billed Monthly by the 10th of the month.
Monday: 6:45-8:00pm
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Wednesday: 4:45-6:00pm
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Thursday: 6:15-7:30pm
Additional recommended classes for Level 3
Pre-Pointe/Beginner Pointe
Monday: 8:00-8:30pm
Contemporary Ballet
Wednesday: 6:45-7:45pm
Jazz
Wednesday: 7:45-8:45pm
Friday: 6:30-7;30pm
Centre Pointe, Adage, Turns en pointe
Thursday: 7:30-8:30pm
Turns & Leaps
Friday: 5:00-6:15pm
Ballet Strength Conditioning
Monday: 4:00-4:45pm
Progressing Ballet Technique
Saturday: 11:30-12:45pm
Levels Four & Five -Ages 12+
Dancers are required to take 4+ classes per week.
Level 4/5 Conservatory Schedule
Monday: 5:00-6:30pm
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Tuesday: 5:00-6:30pm
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Wednesday: 5:00-6:30pm
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Thursday: 6:15-7:30pm
Additional recommended classes for Level 4/5
Pointe & Variations
Tuesday: 6:30-7:15pm
Contemporary Ballet
Monday: 6:45-7:45pm
Wednesday: 6:45-7:45pm
Jazz
Wednesday: 7:45-8:45pm
Friday: 6:30-7:30pm
Centre Pointe, Adage, Turns en pointe
Thursday: 7:30-8:30pm
Turns & Leaps
Friday: 5:00-6:15pm
Ballet Strength Conditioning
Monday: 4:00-4:45pm
Progressing Ballet Technique
Saturday: 11:30-12:45pm
ADULT BALLET DIVISION
The Adult Ballet Division is for dancers that are new to ballet or wishing to revisit their ballet studies.
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Please wear something you are comfortable moving in like yoga pants and a tee or buy yourself a beautiful dance leotard and skirt. Whatever you need to do to feel good! Buying your first pair of slippers is a special moment too.
Adult Ballet Classes are $12 per class
Purchase a 5 class punchcard for $54
Adult Ballet
Tuesday: 7:30-8:45pm
Ballet Strength Conditioning
Monday: 4:00-4:45pm
Gyrokinesis
Thursday: 5:00-6:00pm
Gyrokinesis at Ballet Kalamazoo
Gyrokinesis is based on a philosophy that the body has its own energy pathway and through circular movements and breathing we can open those pathways. Rigorous stretching complement therapeutic mobility to encourage muscle relaxation. Joints release tension on their own time. Through circular motions, Gyrokinesis increases core strength, creates flexibility in muscle fibers, and stimulates the nervous system.
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GYROKINESIS® Benefits
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Increased spine and joint articulation
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Superior muscular contraction, extension, flexibility, and coordination
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Increased circulation of blood, lymphatic fluids, and energy
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Improved elimination and absorption
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Complement to traditional cardiovascular activity and cross-training
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A mobile workout that can be easily performed anywhere
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Increased body awareness, range of motion, and functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences