Children’s Division 2011/12

For information or to register for classes, please contact the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School office Photograph by J. Altdorfer

Ballet for Ages 1+

Parents should register based on the age of the child on September 1.

Mommy & Me

Mommy & Me classes, age one, 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 2 - 6, are offered for ages two 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(ages 7+)

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.

Please see the Schedule tab for current class schedule.

To download the 2011/12 registration form, click here.

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.