Level 8

Ages 15-18
Approx. 23-25 hours of training/week
Audition Required

Students selected for Level 8 have demonstrated advanced technical proficiency, artistic maturity, and a strong commitment to their ballet training. As full-time students, they are expected to manage an intensive training schedule with discipline, focus, and professionalism.

The curriculum is designed to deepen technical strength and expand movement vocabulary while cultivating greater nuance, expressiveness, and musicality. Classes include Ballet Technique, Pointe, Men’s Classes, Variations, Pas de Deux, Repertoire, Contemporary, Flamenco, Body Conditioning, and Music.

The comprehensive curriculum includes Ballet Technique, Pointe, Men’s Classes, Variations, Pas de Deux, Repertoire, Contemporary, Flamenco, Body Conditioning, and Music. Through focused discipline and artistic growth, Level 8 students prepare to advance to a Trainee or collegiate program.

2025-26 Tuition

Registration Fee
Due upon registration
$80.00
Tuition $855.00/month
Spring Showcase Participation Fee
Due on February 1st
$185.00

2025-26 Class Schedule

Class schedules for the Pre-Professional Program are subject to change and may vary based on rehearsal demands, community performances, and company productions.

Monday 9:30-11:00 AM Ballet
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Men’s Conditioning^
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Pointe*
1:45-3:15 PM Contemporary
Tuesday 9:00-11:00 AM Men’s Ballet^
9:00-11:00 AM Ladies’ Ballet*
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Pas de Deux
1:00-2:00 PM Repertoire (as called)
1:00-2:00 PM Men’s Variations^
Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM Ballet
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Pas de Deux
1:30-2:30 PM Contemporary
3:30-4:30 PM Music
Thursday 9:00-11:00 AM Men’s Ballet^
9:00-11:00 AM Ladies’ Ballet*
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Ladies’ Variations*
2:15-3:30 PM Repertoire
Friday 9:30-11:00 AM Ballet (Ladies’ on Pointe)
12:00-1:00 PM Character
2:30-3:30 PM Conditioning
Saturday 9:30-11:00 AM Ballet
11:00 AM-1:00 PM Flamenco

*Female-Identifying Students Only
^Male-Identifying Students Only

Audition for the Pre-Professional Program

Admission to the Pre-Professional Program is by audition only. In-person auditions are held annually, and video submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and register for an audition at the link below. 

UPCOMING AUDITIONS 

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