Adult Classes - book yourself!
Adult-Teen “BOOK YOURSELF” Classes September 2022 – May 2023
Adult Fundamental 1 8-week starter sessions
8-WEEK INTRODUCTORY Sessions
Adult/Teen Ballet Fundamentals 1:
This is for the adult with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. Ages 13 and older. 8-Week Session meets 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
Fall Session 1: Oct 3-Nov 23, 2022 (8 weeks $216 for 2x per week)
Winter Session 2: Nov 28 – Feb 1, 2023 (8 weeks $216 for 2x per week) NOTE: 2-week winter break Dec 19-Jan 1
Winter Session 3: Feb 6 – Mar 29, 2023 (8 weeks $216 for 2x per week)
Spring Session 4: Apr 10 – May 24, 2023 (7 weeks $189.00 for 2x per week)
Summer Session: June 26 – August 14, 2023 (7 weeks $189.00 for 2x per week) NOTE: No class July 3rd holiday
$216 each 8-week session which meets 2x per week. Book yourself below for the session you wish to attend.
8-Week Introductory Sessions
Adult/Teen/Senior Classes
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 13yrs)
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 14yrs)
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.
Dark colors 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.
NOTE: For students aged 15 and under who would like to try ballet for the first time please see our Young Teen Fundamentals classes.
8-WEEK INTRODUCTORY Sessions
Adult/Teen Ballet Fundamentals 1:
This is for the adult with no ballet experience! Learn the basic steps, class etiquette, direction of movement, and more. All ages (min 13yrs.) 8-Week Session meets 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
Adult/Teen Fundamentals 2 Ballet:
This is for the adult who has completed Ballet Fundamentals 1 or who is returning after enjoying ballet as a child. All ages (min 13yrs.) Book yourself online for classes.
Mondays 7:15-8:30pm | Instructor: Leann Campbell-Noonan
Wednesdays 7:15-8:30pm | Instructor: Alejandra Iannone
Adult/Teen Beginning Ballet:
For the student who is returning to ballet and has had six months or more of classical ballet classes. All ages (min 13yrs.) Book yourself online for classes.
Wednesdays 7:15-8:30pm | Instructors: Jennifer Mack
Saturdays 10:30-11:45am | Instructors: Rose Hartnett and Jill Lile
Adult/Teen Intermediate Ballet:
For the student with a minimum of one year 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
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet:
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
Adult Life Long Ballet:
A gentle ballet class for dancers who are continuing a practice of ballet training for exercise and enjoyment! At least one year of classical ballet experience required. Recommended ages 40+
Tuesdays 9:45-11:00am | Instructor: Jill Lile
Adult Boomer Ballet
Boomer Ballet is a class designed specifically for the 55+ age group. It is based on the Royal Academy of Dance’s “Silver Swans” program which is designed for older learners. Whether you’re an experienced dancer, have briefly dabbled, or are a complete novice, we welcome all older learners of any ability.
Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm | Instructor: Jill Lile
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, 2022
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.)
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 20 students. NO unbooked DROP-INs.
- Vaccinations recommended.
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Mask wearing - Masks are welcomed and at the discretion of the wearer.
- Do not plan to arrive earlier than 10 minutes before the start of class. There is no waiting area. Only those taking class will be allowed in the studios during class time.
- 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 if possible. Bathrooms may be used for changing.
- Please use hand sanitizer or wash your hands before entering the studios.
COVID PRECAUTIONS under MN Dept. of Health Guidelines as of March 2022:
Class sizes:
- In-studio class size is now 100% capacity
- All classes will require pre-registration and payment online, no drop-in classes
- Due to class size restrictions, pre-registered/reserved spaces must be paid for at the time of registration
- There is a no refund policy for ‘no show’, if a class spot is booked but not cancelled one hour before the class begins.
Overall disinfecting of space/ studios:
- Studio floors are disinfected with Stagestep Disinfectant Cleaner. ProCleanTM D No-Rinse is a one-step “hospital strength” disinfectant and cleaner that is effective against a broad-spectrum of bacteria and viruses, including Covid 19, and inhibits the growth of mold and mildew
- HVAC and Ventilation: Our HVAC was brand new in Fall 2019 and is up to current building code. The units on average exchange the air in our spaces at least 3-4 times per hour. If the outside temperatures do not vary more than a few degrees from inside temps, exchange can be as much as 10x per hour. Our 22’ ceilings and large floor area give our studios a large cubic volume and air flow is directed across the ceilings and drops down the walls to avoid creating a draft affect. This is important as it directs the airflow away from people which can increase aerosols from individuals spreading to others.
- All barres, doorknobs and light switches will be wiped down with disinfectant regularly.
Bathroom Cleaning:
- Foot pulls have been installed on the bathroom doors so they can be opened without hand touching
- Bathrooms are cleaned each day M-F.
Washing Hands/ Hand Sanitizer:
- We encourage hand washing, or using hand sanitizer when entering and leaving the space
- Hand sanitizer can be found in multiple locations around the facility including in each studio