FALL 2026 – SPRING 2027 (Classes begin Sep 8)
August 24 – September 7 (Labor Day): 2nd SUMMER BREAK. (NO CLASSES)
September 8, 2026: Fall classes begin
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.
Contact spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 with questions.
ELEMENTARY BALLET A ages 7-8
No experience necessary!
Saturdays
12:45-2:15pm
(Ballet technique and Creative Workshop)
Tuition $930
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2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
Take both Elementary A & B
This is for the dancer who would like more rigor by attending twice a week. REGISTER NOW for 2x Week>
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:
Short-sleeved leotard style in level 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.
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 BALLET B ages 8-9+
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm
(Ballet technique and Creative Workshop)
Tuition $930
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2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
Take both Elementary A & B
This is for the dancer who would like more rigor by attending twice a week. REGISTER NOW for 2x Week>
This class is for dancers ages 8-9+ Pre-requisite: Age 8 by Sep 1, 2027 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 level 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.
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.
Level 1 Ballet
AGES 9-11+
Pre-Requisite: Elementary Ballet at SPB or equivalent
Please call or email with any questions about placement:
651-690-1588 or spb@spballet.org
Mondays 5:00-6:15pm
(Ballet technique)
Thursdays 5:15-7:30pm
(Ballet technique and repertoiré)
Tuition $1,792
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2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
This is the first level of the full curriculum in ballet technique with a focus on teaching the basics of the movement vocabulary. In addition to technique, classes continue to develop creativity from the Elementary Level and introduce more exploration of choreography.
All classes are taught by St. Paul Ballet faculty in our studios with live accompaniment. These classes are for those students with no or limited ballet experience. No audition is required. Email us at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to inquire what level would be appropriate for your dancer.
Level 2 Ballet
AGES 10-12+
Pre-Requisite: Level 1 Ballet at SPB or equivalent
Please call or email with any questions about placement:
651-690-1588 or spb@spballet.org
Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm
(Ballet technique)
Thursdays 5:00-7:30pm
(Ballet technique and repertoiré)
Tuition $2,010
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2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
Level 2 ballet technique focuses on developing the movement vocabulary students have from Level 1 and introducing the new concepts appropriate to their age and development. In addition to technique, classes include creative workshop which builds toward the addition of modern in Level 3 and continuation of developing choreographic introduction.
All classes are taught by St. Paul Ballet faculty in our studios with live accompaniment. These classes are for those students with some ballet experience. Email us at spb@spballet.org or call 651-690-1588 to inquire what level would be appropriate for your dancer.
| MON | TUE | WED | THR | FRI | SAT | |
| Level 3 | 6:15-8:00p | 5:00-7:30p | 9:00a-11:30a | |||
| Level 4 | 5:00-7:00p | 4:45-6:15p | 5:00-7:00p | 9:00a-12:45p |
Level 3 Ballet
AGES 12+
Pre-Requisite: Level 2 Ballet at SPB or equivalent
Please call or email with any questions about placement:
651-690-1588 or spb@spballet.org
Mondays 6:15-8:00pm
(Ballet technique)
Wednesdays 5:00-7:30pm
(Ballet technique and Repertoiré)
Saturdays 9:00-11:30am
(Ballet technique and Modern)Tuition $2,010
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2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
Dancers at SPB experience the joy of moving to live music! Entry into the upper division of study is increasingly challenging. Classes keep dancers on the path of strengthening technique, cultivating versatility and growing in creativity. Repertory classes prepare students for stage with classical and modern repertoire and rehearsal for performances. Preparation for Pointe work begins. Instructors: SPB Faculty.
Theater performances this season:
Dec 11-12, 2026 The Nutcracker Reimagined at The O’Shaughnessy
May-June 2027Spring Showcase at The O’Shaughnessy
What to wear:
Leotard tank style in level 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.
Boys — White crew-neck short-sleeved top, bike shorts, plain thin white ankle socks, white ballet 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. Leg warmers or other warm-up gear must be removed after class warmup exercise.
St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for tights and shoes.
Level 4 Ballet
Pre-Requisite: Placement audition
Please contact the School Director, Kaylie Bullock at kbullock@spballet.org or leave a message at our office number
651-690-1588.
Mondays 5-7:00pm (Ballet technique, Pointe)
Tuesdays 4:45-6:45pm (Ballet technique, Pointe)
Wednesdays 5:00-7:00pm (Ballet technique, Pointe)
Saturdays 9:00-12:45pm (Ballet technique, Pointe, Repertoire, Modern)
Dancers at SPB experience the joy of moving to live music!
Four days per week for the school year.
Level 4 study is increasingly rigorous. Classes include ballet, pointe and modern technique, keeping dancers on the path of strengthening skills, cultivating versatility and growing in creativity. Repertory classes prepare students for stage with classical and contemporary repertoire and rehearsal for performances. Optional Composition class allows growth in creativity where students explore the art of choreography.
Instructors: SPB Faculty
$ Tuition 4,900 Full school year. Register online for Level 4 following placement audition>
2 payment or 8 payment plans available.
Theater performances this season:
Dec 11-12, 2026 The Nutcracker Reimagined at The O’Shaughnessy
May-June 2027 Spring Showcase at The O’Shaughnessy
What to wear:
Leotard tank style in level 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.
Boys — White crew-neck short-sleeved top, bike shorts, plain thin white ankle socks, white ballet slippers.
Pointe shoes — Our teaching artists are happy to consult on purchasing and fitting pointe shoes. Please ask them!
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.
St. Paul Ballet recommends Grand Jeté on Grand Avenue in St. Paul for tights and shoes.
For new students:
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
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.
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 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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Fall Parent Meeting: Saturday, Sep 12 11:30am-12:15pm
An essential meeting for families with dancers in the School-Year Division. School policies, events, and performance information will be discussed. Q&A.
Conferences:
Jan : Student-Parent Mid-year Conferences for Elementary thru Level 7 students. Sign-up online will be available.
April : Student-Parent Year-end Conferences for Elementary thru Level 7 students. Sign-up online will be available.
NOTE: Students continue in their same class and level throughout the school year and summer unless the School Director recommends a change in level placement.
Location and Parking:
655 Fairview Avenue N., Ste 170D, 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. 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
Performing
Performances:
The Nutcracker Reimagined is for all students enrolled full-time in the School-Year Division. Performances December. Casting is at the sole discretion of the directors.
Spring Showcase: A Celebration of Our Students for students enrolled full-time for the School-Year Division and the Children’s Division. Performances May.
Performance fees: This fee helps defray the costs for cleaning/repair/replacement of costumes in SPB’s inventory.
$40 fee due October 30th for students participating in Nutcracker.
$40 fee due March 30th for students participating in the Spring Showcase.
Volunteering:
We couldn’t do it without you! Over 100 parents, family members and friends of semester or full-term students are needed to volunteer during performance production weeks. From loading scenery, driving trucks and transporting costumes to sewing, chaperoning and distributing posters and flyers we have plenty of jobs to fit your busy schedules.
Summer Study
Call the school to schedule placement that is convenient for your schedule.
Summer Study offers serious students a healthy progression of continuous classes in classical ballet, modern and more with accomplished faculty, live accompaniment and acclaimed guest artists.
Summer study is designed to offer training that is more demanding than during the school year. You will have a chance to explore new styles while growing in your technique. Continued study through the summer gives you the chance to grow exponentially and prepare for the upcoming season.
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.