Evening Pre-Professional Program

Designed for serious student dancers (ages 13+) who attend traditional school during the day but are exploring ballet as a potential career path, our Evening Pre-Professional Program offers intensive training, college audition preparation, and scholarship competition coaching—all after 4 PM, so you can pursue your education and your passion without compromise.

Schedule & Structure

• Weekdays: Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Saturdays: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (optional master classes & mock auditions)

• Total Weekly Contact: 20 hours of technique, artistry, and academic support

• Enrollment Cap: 12 dancers (mixed gender), age 13+

Who Should Enroll?

• Full-time students still in middle or high school

• Aspiring professionals evaluating ballet as a career

• College hopefuls seeking guidance on conservatory applications and auditions

• Scholarship contenders aiming to win competitions or secure financial awards

Core Curriculum

1. Classical Technique & Pointe
   – Daily barre & center work, pointe progression

2. Variations & Repertoire
   – Excerpts from classical full-length ballets

3. Partnering
   – Pas de deux foundations & advanced lifts

4. Contemporary Dance
   – Release techniques & modern choreography

5. Character & Acting for Dance
   – Storytelling, mime, and stage presence

6. Flexibility & Strength Conditioning
   – Targeted injury prevention and performance enhancement

7. Ballet History & Theory
   – Contextual study to deepen artistic understanding

Special Features

• Competition & Scholarship Coaching
  Personalized feedback, mock panels, résumé/CV development

• College Audition Prep
  Faculty-led mock classes and interview simulations with dance program directors

• Performance Opportunities
  Lead roles in our seasonal productions and gala showcases

• Professional Mentorship
  Guest workshops with company dancers, agents, and choreographers

• Career Placement Support
  Guidance on apprenticeships, trainee programs, and company auditions

Commitment & Investment

• 30 Classes / 20 Training Hours Per Week

• Annual Registration: $99 (one-time)
  Includes program handbook, studio access outside scheduled hours for independent practice, and priority entry to summer intensives.

• Winter Show – Dec 09, 2025
• Mid-Term Exam – Feb 11, 2026
• Final Exam – May 19, 2026
• Year-End Performance – May 26, 2026