Children’s Division
For information or to register for classes, please phone the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School office at 412-281-6727. Photograph by J. Altdorfer
Ages 2–7
Classes for children ages 2 through 7. No placement class is needed for the Children’s Division.
Parents should register based on the age of the child on September 1. The student will be assessed by the class instructor and may be re-assigned to a different level if necessary.
Mommy & Me
Mommy & Me classes, age two, offer an introduction to the art of ballet in a nurturing environment. Children begin to explore the world of dance through movement, music and rhythm.
Pre-Ballet
Pre-Ballet classes, Levels A through D, are offered for ages three to six. Imagery, imagination, and self-expression are encouraged while developing a foundation for academic ballet technique.
Level I-B (ages 7-8)
The student expands beyond the previous level. Exercises that develop flexibility and strength accompany exercises for alignment and turn-out. Curriculum includes an additional day of training to prepare for student division. Requires prior ballet training.
Beginning Ballet
Designed for students with little or no prior ballet experience. The fundamentals of ballet are introduced through barre and floor exercises, French terminology and other basic ballet concepts.
No placement class is required to register for classes of the Children’s Division.
To download the registration form, click here.
2010 Summer Classes
The Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School offers a variety of Summer Programs for students of all ages. Photograph by J. Altdorfer
Children’s and Student’s Division Summer Programs are designed to keep students’ bodies and minds engaged with all that they learned over the course of the previous school year. These summer programs also offer an opportunity for prospective students to give us a test drive, without the commitment of an entire year.
Registration begins April 1st, 2010
Mommy & Me (age 2)
An introduction to the art of ballet in a nurturing environment. Children begin to explore the world of dance through movement, music and rhythm.
Saturdays, June 19-July 17
9:00-9:30 am
Tuition: $70
Pre-Ballet (ages 3-6)
Imagery, imagination and self-expression are encouraged while developing a foundation for academic ballet technique.
Saturdays, June 19-July 17
Pre Ballet A, age 3 9:30-10:15 am
Pre Ballet B, age 4 10:15-11:00 am
Pre Ballet C, age 5 11:00-11:45 am
Pre Ballet D, age 6 11:45-12:30 pm
Tuition: $105
Beginning Ballet (ages 7-10)
For new and returning students. The fundamentals of ballet are introduced through barre and floor exercises, French terminology and other basic ballet concepts.
Saturdays, June 19-July 17
1:30-2:30 pm
Tuition: $134
Level 1-B (ages 7-8)
For new and returning students. Exercises that develop flexibility and strength accompany exercises for alignment and turn-out.
Saturdays, June 19-July 17
12:30-1:30p
Tuition: $134
Dress Code for Children’s Division
Females Any solid color leotard (simple style), pink tights and pink ballet shoes.
Males Any solid color T-shirt, black tights, white socks and black or white ballet shoes.
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The Intensive Summer Program (ages 12+) features World-Renowned Faculty & Guest Teachers, Spacious Studios, 6-day, 5-week Curriculum, Beautiful & Convenient Supervised Housing and End of Session Performance.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School in the Community
Boyd Community Center
Pre-Ballet classes are available at Boyd Community Center in the Fox Chapel area. For registration information, contact Boyd Community Center at 412-828-8566 or on the web at boydcommunitycenter.org.
Hope Academy for Music and the Arts
Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet classes have been part of the Hope Academy for Music and the Arts at East Liberty Presbyterian Church since its inception. For registration information, see the Hope Academy website at www.cathedralofhope.org/hopeacademy.