Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 (Classes begin Sep 8)
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.
PARENT & ME ages 2.5-4
Saturdays 9:00-9:45am
CREATIVE DANCE ages 4-5
Saturdays 9:45-10:30am
PRE-BALLET age 6 by Sep 8, 2027
Saturdays 11:45-12:30pm
Tuesdays 5:15-6:00pm
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., Suite 170D, St. Paul, MN 55104
August 24 – September 7 (Labor Day): 2nd SUMMER BREAK. (NO CLASSES)
Saturday, Sep 12, 11:30am-12:15pm Parent/Dancer Meet and Greet. It’s powerful when we all come together to support each other.
Parents, caregivers and families are essential partners in the training of your dancer. Hear from families of students in all levels about their experiences and help the school thrive for everyone. This meeting covers school policies, calendar, and performance information with time for Q&A and meeting each other.
September 8, 2026: Fall classes begin
Contact spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 with questions.
PARENT & ME
5-week Sessions
Limit 10 families per class
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We invite you to St. Paul Ballet’s Parent & Me dance class, for our youngest dancers ages 2.5-4 and their caregivers! Explore movement, music and rhythm. Parents and dancers are encouraged to take what they have learned and continue the joy of movement and body-brain connection at home. This class is preparation for Creative Dance.
NOTE: We will consider adding another time slot if we have 6 students on the waitlist.
| Session 1: Saturdays 9:00-9:45am | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Session 2: Saturdays 9:00-9:45am | Oct 24 – Nov 21 |
| Session 3: Saturdays 9:00-9:45am | Jan 9 – Feb 6 |
| Session 4: Saturdays 9:00-9:45am | Feb 13 – Mar 13 |
| Session 5: Saturdays 9:00-9:45am | Apr 3 -May 1 |
What to wear?
Clothing that allows for fluid movement and stretching. Socks or dance slippers.
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.
CREATIVE DANCE
5-week Sessions
Limit 10 dancers per class
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If your child is ready to attend class on their own, this class emphasizes movement and musicality. Moving their bodies through space and learning skills learned rhyme and rhythm will allow your energetic dancer to explore their imaginations. This class is preparation for Pre-Ballet at age 6.
NOTE: We will consider adding another time slot if we have 6 students on the waitlist.
| Session 1: Saturdays 9:45-10:30am | Sep 12 – Oct 10 |
| Session 2: Saturdays 9:45-10:30am | Oct 24 – Nov 21 |
| Session 3: Saturdays 9:45-10:30am | Jan 9 – Feb 6 |
| Session 4: Saturdays 9:45-10:30am | Feb 13 – Mar 13 |
| Session 5: Saturdays 9:45-10:30am | Apr 3 -May 1 |
What to wear?
Clothing that allows for fluid movement and stretching. Socks or dance slippers. St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for dance wear 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.
PRE-BALLET
TUESDAYS 5:15-6:00pm
Semester 1: Sep 15 – Dec 2 (No class Nov 24) Tuition: $310
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Semester 2: Feb 16 – May 25 (No class Mar 23)
Tuition: $365
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SATURDAYS 11:45am-12:30pm
Semester 1: Sep 12 – Dec 5 (No class Oct 17, Nov 28)
Tuition: $310
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Semester 2: Feb 13 – May 22 (No class Mar 27, Apr 3
Tuition: $365
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Dancers build on their joy of dance through strength, flexibility, self-confidence and creativity. For dancers who may wish to enter the Pre-Ballet program this fall. Also, for current Pre-Ballet dancers who will not be age 7 by Sep 1 or would like to continue Pre-Ballet for the summer.
What to wear?
Two options:
1. Pink color short-sleeved leotard, tights and ballet slippers. For tights: Students may choose the color which is closest to their natural skin tone or pink (translucent matte tights, not shiny or lycra). NOTE: If you are purchasing new tights and shoes for fall classes they should match in color. Simple skirts are permitted.
2. Crew-neck, short-sleeved white snug-fitting t-shirt, black bike-type shorts, plain thin white ankle socks (not athletic), ballet slippers in black or white.
St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for dance wear and shoes.
All:
Hair pulled neatly away from face and neck and secured so that it does not inhibit a dancer’s movement or serve as a distraction during class.
No jewelry: For the safety of the students, only simple stud earrings are permissible.
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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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
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 Introductory Classes
Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed.
AGES 7-14 Progressive Levels
Levels Elementary – Level 3: Register for class in your age group. No placement or audition needed.
Level 4: Please email attention School Director, Kaylie Bullock kbullock@spballet.org
AGES 13-22 Studio Company Levels
Levels 5-7: Please email attention School Director, Kaylie Bullock kbullock@spballet.org
AGES 13+ Teen Introductory: Register without a placement class. Please email attention School Director, Kaylie Bullock kbullock@spballet.org or call our office at 651-690-1588.
Questions? Call our office at 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 (September 12, 2026 )
Fall Fling! (Oct 10, 2026 )
Nutcracker (Dec 11 & 12, 2026)
Spring Student Showcase (May-June 2027)
and other opportunities as announced throughout the year!
Tuition Refund Policies
Programs 2026-27 for all ages: Tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program. This includes classes that are cancelled for any reason or mandatory closures due to state and/or local mandates.If a student must withdraw from the program due to prolonged illness or severe injury that prohibits their participation, verified by a doctor’s certificate, Saint Paul Ballet will consider an account credit option for tuition paid at the time of withdrawal.
Please let us know about any hardship that unexpectedly arises immediately so we can create a plan for your dancer or family: spb@spballet.org, attn: School Director
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.