Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of ballet technique. Experienced teachers provide a nurturing environment where each child may develop according to their potential. In addition to technique, classes include creative workshop which allows time to create and explore choreography.
All classes taught by SPB faculty with live accompaniment.
2ND SEMESTER SPECIALS FOR NEW STUDENTS
January 19 – May 30, 2026
ELEMENTARY BALLET B for ages 8-9$465 semester $395 with discount code: NEW-elem BOOK NOW
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm (more information below)
• Classical ballet technique • Creative Workshop • Spring Showcase performances May 29-30
LEVEL 1 for ages 9-10+
15% Discount see Junior Levels>
• Classical ballet technique • Creative Workshop • Spring Showcase performances May 29-30
LEVEL 2 for ages 10-11+
15% Discount see Junior Levels>
• Classical ballet technique • Creative Workshop • Spring Showcase performances May 29-30
Do you offer scholarships? Yes, we offer need-based scholarships. If tuition is a barrier, please complete the application HERE OR call and ask for a scholarship application. We would like to provide dance for any child who would like to try! Please complete the application and mail, email or bring it to our studios at: 655 Fairview Avenue N., St. Paul, MN 55104
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FALL 2025 – SPRING 2026 Ages 7-9+
No experience necessary!
Bring your joy and energy to explore the fundamentals of movement in developmentally appropriate classes. Experienced teachers with pedagogical knowledge provide a nurturing environment where each child can develop according to their potential.
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ELEMENTARY BALLET A age 7-8 by Sep 1, 2025 with no experience.
ELEMENTARY BALLET B Pre-requisite: Age 8 by Sep 1, 2025 with 1 full year of Elementary Ballet at St. Paul Ballet or age 9-11 with no experience.
If you are not sure where your student should be placed, please call or email for more information 651-690-1588 and spb@spballet.org
Studios at 655 Fairview Avenue N., St. Paul, MN 55104
ELEMENTARY BALLET A ages 7-8+ by Sep 1, 2025
No experience necessary!
Saturdays
12:30-2:00pm
Tuition $930 full school year
2 payment or 6 payment plans available. Register online: BOOK NOW
This class is for dancers 7-8+ years-old who are new to ballet, have not danced since a very young age or SPB Pre-Ballet dancers who are now age 7. It includes an introduction to the basics of ballet vocabulary and technique, structure and etiquette of the ballet class, and creative movement for individual expression. Two performance opportunities per school year: The Nutcracker Reimagined and Spring Showcase.
What to wear?
What to wear:
Short-sleeved leotard style in lavender color, tights and ballet slippers. Tights and slippers should match in color. Students should choose the color which is closest to their natural skin tone or the color in which they feel most comfortable. Order from Discount Dance here
Boys — White crew-neck short-sleeved top, bike shorts, plain thin white ankle socks, white ballet slippers.
St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for tights and shoes.
Hair and jewelry: Hair pulled neatly away from face and neck. For the safety of the students, only simple stud earrings are permissible. Dangling earrings, necklaces and bracelets can come off while dancing and create a hazard on the floor. Leg warmers or other warm-up gear must be removed after class warmup exercise.
ELEMENTARY B BALLET ages 8-9+
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm includes technique class and creative workshop
Tuition $930 full school year
2 payment or 6 payment plans available. Register online: BOOK NOW
This class is for dancers ages 8-9+ Pre-requisite: Age 8 by Sep 1, 2025 with 1 full year of Elementary Ballet at St. Paul Ballet or age 9-11 with no experience. Ballet technique with a focus on developing movement vocabulary. In addition to technique, classes include creative workshop which allows time to create and explore choreography. Two performance opportunities per school year: The Nutcracker Reimagined and Spring Showcase.
What to wear?
What to wear:
Short-sleeved leotard style in lavender color, tights and ballet slippers. Tights and slippers should match in color. Students should choose the color which is closest to their natural skin tone or the color in which they feel most comfortable. Order from Discount Dance here
Boys — White crew-neck short-sleeved top, bike shorts, plain thin white ankle socks, white ballet slippers.
St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for tights and shoes.
Hair and jewelry: Hair pulled neatly away from face and neck. For the safety of the students, only simple stud earrings are permissible. Dangling earrings, necklaces and bracelets can come off while dancing and create a hazard on the floor. Leg warmers or other warm-up gear must be removed after class warmup exercise.
More Information
• FAQs
TUITION PAYMENTS:
Tuition payments are due before the start of classes for each Course or Session.
For questions, please contact the Administrative Assistant at 651-690-1588.
- Payment may be made by check/cash (in-person) or credit card (online or in-person)
- Payment plans for semi-annual or monthly payments may be chosen on the final step of the online registration (Billing Payment)
- Sibling discount: 5% on the lower tuition for Children’s Division | 10% on the lower tuition for School-Year Division
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Tuition payments are due before the start of classes for each Course or Session.
For questions, please contact the Administrative Assistant at 651-690-1588.
Do you offer scholarships? Yes, we offer need-based scholarships. If tuition is a barrier, please complete the application HERE OR call and ask for a scholarship application. We would like to provide dance for any child who would like to try! Please complete the application and mail, email or bring it to our studios at: 655 Fairview Avenue N., St. Paul, MN 55104
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New Student Admission
AGES 2.5-6: Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed.
AGES 7-9: Elementary Ballet. Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed.
AGES 10-14: in the Junior and Middle Levels School-Year Training Program: Please email attention School Director spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class.
AGES 13-22: in the Upper Level School-Year Training Program: Please email attention School Director spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to arrange a placement class.
AGES 13+ who wish to take on a recreational basis: Register for Adult-Teen classes without a placement class. Call or email with questions spb@spballet.org or 651-690-1588.
For Parents/Caregivers
Do you offer scholarships? Yes, we offer need-based scholarships. If tuition is a barrier, please complete the application HERE OR call and ask for a scholarship application. We would like to provide dance for any child who would like to try! Please complete the application and mail, email or bring it to our studios at: 655 Fairview Avenue N., St. Paul, MN 55104
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Location and Parking:
655 Fairview Avenue N., St Paul, MN 55104 Ample free parking in the lot. Just 3 blocks north of the Fairview Ave. LRT Station on University Ave.
Volunteer opportunities: Help support the ballet through volunteering at performances and events. Sign up with the Administrative Assistant.
Fall Open House (August 2025)
Nutcracker (Dec 12-13, 2025) at The O’Shaughnessy
Spring Student Showcase (May 29-30, 2026) at The O’Shaughnessy
and other opportunities as announced throughout the year!
Prepare yourself for in-person classes
COMING TO THE STUDIO
If you do not feel well, please stay home.
ENTERING THE STUDIO
- Street shoes are to be stored in the cubbies outside of the studios. No street shoes on the studio floors.
- Bring your personal belongings into the studio. Please only bring the minimum items necessary for class—avoid large dance bags.
- Come dressed for class if possible. Bathrooms may be used for changing.
- Please use hand sanitizer or wash your hands before entering the studios.
We remain committed to inclusive excellence, especially for those who are marginalized, and will continue to offer scholarships and find a spot for anyone who wants to dance!
Our organization is a non-profit and our staff are hourly employees. Their contribution to the vitality of our lives is hard to quantify: beautiful movement and music sparks our imaginations, gives us meaning, helps us understand our world and gives us great personal satisfaction. Please consider a DONATION as we work to remain accessible to all.