BOOK YOURSELF FOR Ballet 2-4, Lifelong, and Boomer 1 & 2!
NEW! Teen eight-week starter sessions
8-WEEK INTRODUCTORY Sessions
Ballet 1: TEEN Fundamentals (ages 12.5-17)
This is for the teen with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Ages 12 (by Sep 1, 2024) through 17. 8-Week Session meets two times a week, both Mondays AND Thursdays. Dancers progress to Fundamentals 2. (8 weeks $216 for 2x per week)
Mondays 7:30-8:45pm and Thursdays 6:00-7:15pm | Instructor: Helen Hatch
2025 Winter Session: Feb 3 – Mar 27, 2025 BOOK HERE>
2025 Spring Session: TBA
Adult eight-week starter sessions
8-WEEK INTRODUCTORY Sessions
Ballet 1: ADULT Fundamentals (ages 18+)
This is for the adult with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Ages 18 and older. 8-Week Session meets two times a week, both Mondays AND Wednesdays. Dancers progress to Fundamentals 2. (8 weeks $216 for 2x per week)
Mondays 6:00-7:15pm and Wednesdays 6:00-7:15pm | Instructor: Leanne Campbell-Noonan
2025 Winter Session: Jan 20 – Mar 12, 2025
2025 Spring Session: Apr 7-June 2, 2025 BOOK HERE>
Teen and Adult Classes are designed for students who wish to begin or continue dance training for health, recreation or self-enrichment. Students are encouraged to grow as an individual artist and to participate at their own pace. Classes are taught by teachers dedicated to the growth and fostering of ballet as an art form and believe dance contributes to a healthy lifestyle. Classes emphasize overall body conditioning and encourage an aesthetic appreciation of dance. Classes are accompanied by professional musicians.
Classes Offered in order of mastery:
Fundamentals 1 – all ages (min 18yrs)
Teen Fundamentals 1 – ages 13-17
Fundamentals 2 – all ages (min 13yrs)
Beginning Ballet – all ages (min 13yrs)
Lifelong Ballet – ages 40+
Boomer Ballet – ages 55+
Intermediate Ballet – all ages (min 13yrs)
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet – all ages (min 13yrs)
DANCEWEAR: Adults are welcome to wear clothing that gives full freedom of movement for bending, stretching and moving. This can be the traditional leotard (fits like a one-piece swimsuit) and tights or a fitted t-shirt and leggings, yoga clothes, or other athletic wear.
Deep colors (black, navy, burgundy, purple, hunter green, etc.) are worn in ballet to make it easier for you and your teachers to check your alignment during classes. In winter months you may want to start the class with a warm-up layer over-shirt or close-fitting sweat-top until your muscles are ready.
If you are interested in a more traditional ballet look, do it! You can find affordable tights, leotards and wrap skirts in straight and plus sizes online from Discount Dance Supply and in stores such as Grand Jete in St. Paul. We recommend ordering dance clothes a size up from what you’d normally wear, and making sure you can move comfortably in them — a leotard should feel like a comfortable swimsuit. If it pinches somewhere, or if wearing it makes you feel anything less than great and confident, exchange it.
FOOTWEAR: Soft ballet shoes are required for adult dancers. They come in black, pink and many shades of skin-color in canvas or leather. We recommend you buy your first pair of dance shoes in-person at Grand Jete in St. Paul. Their staff can help you find shoes with pre-sewn elastics or give you instructions. When it comes to ballet slippers, if they are too tight in the store, they will hurt in class but do not buy shoes with extra length as you may trip over your toes.
SPB offers teen students ages 12-18 individual placement assessments.
Please contact spb@spballet.org or CALL: 651-690-1588 with questions.
8-WEEK INTRODUCTORY Sessions
Ballet 1: Adult or Teen Fundamentals
This is for the adult or Teen with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Age 18yrs+ for Adult; age 13-17yrs for Teen. 8-Week Sessions meet two times a week, both Mondays AND Wednesdays. Dancers progress to Fundamentals 2.
Mondays 6:00-7:15pm and Wednesdays 6:00-7:15pm | Instructor: Jill Lile
Ballet 2: Adult/Teen Fundamentals
This is for the adult who has completed Ballet Fundamentals 1 or who is returning after enjoying ballet at a younger age. Class content includes knowledge of steps such as glissade and running waltz. All ages (min 13 yrs.) Book yourself online for classes.
Mondays 7:15-8:30pm | Instructor: Leann Campbell-Noonan
Wednesdays 7:15-8:30pm | Instructor: Leann Campbell-Noonan
Ballet 3: Adult/Teen Elementary (Beginning)
For the student who is returning to ballet and has had six months or more of classical ballet classes within the last year. All ages (min 13yrs.) Book yourself online for classes.
Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm NOTE time change fall 2023 | Instructor: Alejandra Iannone
Saturdays 10:30-11:45am | Instructors: Jill Lile and Jennifer Mack
Ballet 4: Adult/Teen Intermediate
For the student with a minimum of two years of classical ballet experience in the recent past. All ages (min 13yrs.) Book yourself for online classes.
Mondays 7:15-8:45pm ⎪ Instructor: Jill Lile
Saturdays 9:00-10:30am ⎪ Instructors: Rose Hartnett and Jill Lile
Ballet 5: Intermediate/Advanced
For the dancer with 3 or more years of recent classical ballet training. All ages (min 14yrs.)
NO CLASSES AT THIS TIME | Instructor: Penelope Freeh
The health benefits of dance are well documented. Scientific research has shown that approximately 75% of the factors that affect your quality of life are related to lifestyle choices while the remaining 25% are hereditary. Research also puts dance ahead of other physical activities in the variety of health benefits that it brings. There’s no excuse for not being active, whatever your age, and dance can play a vital role in ensuring a longer and higher quality of life.
10 ways dance can improve your life
1. Dance increases your energy level.
2. Dance is a great way to expand your social circle and meet new people.
3. Dance can support weight loss and reduce stress.
4. Dance can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
5. Dance slows aging by boosting the immune system.
6. Dance can help diminish the symptoms of depression.
7. Dance improves proprioception and balance, resulting in fewer fall later in life.
8. Dance increases cognitive ability by promoting new connections in the brain.
9. Dance can enhance your sense of well-being and confidence.
10. Dance can improve posture, coordination and mobility.
Finally, it’s so darn fun!!
TUITION
SINGLE CLASS PRICES
Single class rate: $15
Senior Citizen single class rate: $9 (60+)
Post-Secondary Student single class rate: $12 (Currently enrolled in an education program)
Advanced Professional dancer (and professional teacher) single class rate: $10
SESSIONS for Adult Ballet Fundamentals 1: $216 for 8-week Session, 2x per week
CLASS CARD RATES as of September 1, 2023
4-class card: $57 good for 3 months from date of purchase.
6-class card: $81 good for 3 months from date of purchase.
12-class card: $142 good for 4 months from date of purchase.
Age 55+
4-class card: $36 good for 3 months from date of purchase.
6-class card: $54 good for 3 months from date of purchase.
12-class card: $108 good for 4 months from date of purchase.
DRESS CODE
All students are asked to wear ballet attire or clothing that allows for fluid movement during class. Ballet technique shoes are required (with the exception of trying a free first class in which case socks would be permitted.)
DANCEWEAR: Adults are welcome to wear clothing that gives full freedom of movement for bending, stretching and moving. This can be the traditional leotard (fits like a one-piece swimsuit) and tights or a fitted t-shirt and leggings, yoga clothes, or other athletic wear.
Deep colors (black, navy, burgundy, purple, hunter green, etc.) are worn in ballet to make it easier for you and your teachers to check your alignment during classes. In winter months you may want to start the class with a warm-up layer over-shirt or close-fitting sweat-top until your muscles are ready.
If you are interested in a more traditional ballet look, do it! You can find affordable tights, leotards and wrap skirts in straight and plus sizes online from Discount Dance Supply and in stores such as Grand Jete in St. Paul. We recommend ordering dance clothes a size up from what you’d normally wear, and making sure you can move comfortably in them — a leotard should feel like a comfortable swimsuit. If it pinches somewhere, or if wearing it makes you feel anything less than great and confident, exchange it.
FOOTWEAR: Soft ballet shoes are required for adult dancers. They come in black, pink and many shades of skin-color in canvas or leather. We recommend you buy your first pair of dance shoes in-person at Grand Jete in St. Paul. Their staff can help you find shoes with pre-sewn elastics or give you instructions. When it comes to ballet slippers, if they are too tight in the store, they will hurt in class but do not buy shoes with extra length as you may trip over your toes.
Prepare yourself for in-person classes
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS:
COMING TO THE STUDIO
If you do not feel well, please stay home.
- All classes are by pre-registration only. Please BOOK at least 30 minutes prior to class start time. No refund for ‘no show,’ if booking is not cancelled at least one hour early.
- Class limit is 25 students. NO unbooked DROP-INs.
- The drinking fountain and bottle filler are open. Be sure to bring a water bottle to class. Any water bottles left after class will be discarded.
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 or 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!
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