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Curriculum
Children’s Division –
Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet
The children’s division is a prelude to the formal ballet instruction and introduces children to music and movement through a structured progression that stresses creativity and group interaction. Creative Movement is tailored for ages 3 and 4, and Pre-Ballet for ages 5 and 6. At the end of Pre-Ballet, the children will have been introduced to ballet steps, terminology and the basics of dance.
Student Division – Levels 1 thru 5
Classes in the student division are carefully graded by age, physical strength and development. Students are introduced to progressive levels of ballet technique. They are promoted according to individual progress. Students participating in Levels III through V are required to take class exclusively at The Timothy M. Draper Center For Dance Education.
Level I
7-9 years old. This is the first year of structured ballet training, including basic positions, steps, terminology and rhythms. Requirement: One ballet class per week. Jazz is optional but recommended.
Level IA
7-10 years old. Continuation of studies in preperation of Level IB. Min. of one year dance required. Requirement: Two ballet classes per week. Jazz is optional but recommended.
Level IB
7-10 years old. Continuation of studies in preperation of Level II. Min. of one year dance required. vRequirement: Two ballet classes per week. Jazz is optional but recommended.
Level II
8-10 years old. Continuation of studies. Min. of one year ballet required. Requirement: Two ballet classes per week. Jazz is optional but recommended.
Level III
10 years and older. Continuation of studies. Min. of two years of previous study required.
Requirement: Three ballet classes, pointe, jazz, stretch & strength and music each week.
Level IV
Continuation of studies.
Requirement: Four ballet classes, pointe, modern, jazz, stretch & strength and music each week.
Level V
Continuation of studies.
Requirement: Six ballet classes, pointe, modern, jazz, variations, music, and stretch & strength each week.
Professional Training Program
By audition only.
Students selected for this level concentrate on perfecting technique and developing artistry. Students are required to take all of the appropriate classes including ballet, pointe, variations/men’s, jazz, modern, yoga, stretch & strength, music, and partnering. Students have frequent opportunties to perform with the Rochester City Ballet and are required to participate in rehearsal and performances deemed appropriate. An academic grade average of C or better is required for each dancer to maintain his/her place in the professional division. The Professional Training Program dance year is September through August and attendance at the summer program is mandatory.
Open Ballet
The program is designed for students ages 16 and above who wish to study ballet for recreational, cultural, or physical reasons. The focus is to achieve flexibility, muscle tone, and coordination. It is recommended that students have a minimum of two years previous ballet training.
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