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Why choose the Charlotte School of ballet?

We thank you for your trust. The Charlotte School of Ballet is a classical ballet school located at 627 South Sharon Amity in Charlotte, NC. We offer training to everyone who has an interest in the art of dance. Classes are primarily based on curricula from The Cecchetti Council of America and The Royal Academy of Dance.

What types of dance classes does @Charlotte Ballet Academy offer?

Charlotte Ballet Academy offers dance classes for students in a range of ages and with different levels of ability. Drop in classes include Adult Drop In classes, Intersession classes, and Master Classes.

What is the age range for the Charlotte Ballet Academy?

For further questions about the Academy, please email frontdesk@charlotteballet.org Classes are appropriate for ages 3-9. Classes are divided into Level 1 & Level 2 curriculum and appropriate for ages 7+. Classes are divided into Level 3 & Level 4 curriculum and appropriate for ages 10+.

Do I need any prior experience in ballet to take classes?

Students are not required to have any prior experience in ballet or any other form of dance in order to take classes at the Charlotte School of Ballet. The only necessity is the desire to learn!

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What is Charlotte Ballet Academy?

Charlotte Ballet Academy offers professionally-led dance classes in Charlotte for children and adults. The Academy provides expert instruction to students who are training for professional careers in dance, as well as adult and child beginners and those who are interested in simply experiencing the joy and benefit of dancing.

Is Charlotte Ballet Academy a college?

Charlotte Ballet Academy and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte have an exciting partnership allowing college students to work toward receiving college credit while training at Charlotte Ballet Academy.

Where is Charlotte School of Ballet?

The Charlotte School of Ballet is a classical ballet school located at 627 South Sharon Amity in Charlotte, NC. We offer training to everyone who has an interest in the art of dance. Classes are primarily based on curricula from The Cecchetti Council of America and The Royal Academy of Dance.

Do you have to have ballet experience to take ballet classes at Charlotte School of Ballet?

Students are not required to have any prior experience in ballet or any other form of dance in order to take classes at the Charlotte School of Ballet. The only necessity is the desire to learn!

What level is Charlotte Ballet?

Charlotte Ballet places dancers into Levels 1 through 4 that best match their technical ability, physical strength, and understanding of movement. The highest of the levels is level 4. Dancers are placed in levels before arriving for the Intensive. Dancers will be notified of level placement at the time of acceptance.

How long does it take to get notified of auditions for Charlotte Ballet?

Dancers will be notified via email two to three weeks after their audition whether or not they have been accepted into the program. Charlotte Ballet welcomes students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin. LEARN ABOUT AUDITIONS.

What color shoes are used in ballet?

Ballet: Solid-colored leotard, pink or flesh tone tights with feet not rolled up, pink or flesh tone ballet shoes with elastics to match tights in color, pointe shoes with ribbons to match tights in color, no skirts except for variations class, repertory class or rehearsals

Can you wear legwarmers in dance class?

Please come prepared with the correct attire and supplies for all classes as listed below. No sweat clothes or legwarmers are allowed in any dance class. No jewelry, except stud earrings, is allowed for classes or rehearsals.

Does Charlotte Ballet have summer intensive housing?

We’re in close contact with our housing partners to finalize details for Charlotte Ballet’s Summer Intensive housing. In the event that you register for Charlotte Ballet’s Summer Intensive housing and it becomes unavailable, your tuition and housing deposits will be fully refunded.

What is a pre ballet class?

Pre Ballet and Tap is for 3 and 4 year old children, this class introduces children to the joy of movement and creative expression through music and use of imagination. Students will learn basic ballet positions and steps in additional to developing coordination, listening skills and rhythm.

What age is ballet?

Primary Ballet is for students ages 6 – 7. This class follows the syllabus of the the Royal Academy of Dance Primary curriculum as well as the Cecchetti Primary work. Students work to maintain correct posture, placement and body alignment throughout movements. Additionally dancers learn to tell a story through movement and use of expression. Students may take exams in this level.

How many hours of ballet do you need to take to get into the ballet program?

These examinations are for the serious ballet student. Students must take at least six hours of ballet and pointe classes per week to be successful in these levels of examination. It is not possible to offer every level each year. If the level your student is working toward is not currently offered please speak with the office to make arrangements to be coached.

What is Cecchetti ballet?

Cecchetti Classes Developed by Maestro Enrico Cecchetti, the Cecchetti method of ballet breaks the technique of ballet down to a science. Precise exercises are practiced in a set order each class, each building on the next. This method builds solid foundations in technique while instilling a lovely quality of movement at the same time. When ready, students are entered for examinations and must pass each level before moving on to the next level of study. Students are eligible to begin Cecchetti Grade 1 at age 9 and work through to Grade 7.

What is the Cecchetti Council of America?

The Cecchetti Council of America is a training method which begins with five year old students and progresses to the Diploma Level. The Cecchetti syllabus is based on the teachings of Enrico Cecchetti who taught in London, Russia and throughout Europe. As students progress they may take examinations in this syllabus as well.

What is Royal Academy of Dance?

The Royal Academy of Dance is a training method beginning with children at age 3 and takes students through a graded syllabus to the professional level. The Children’s Syllabus includes classical work, free movement and character dance. The Vocational Syllabus is for the students who desires a career in ballet. It takes much dedication on the part of the dancer to achieve the required level of training to progress at this level. Both the Children’s and Vocational syllabi are examined in seventy five countries throughout the world. It is an extremely high level of training.

What is jazz class?

All Jazz classes combine traditional classical and Broadway jazz with the ever changing styles of today. These classes are full of energy and fun and at the same time challenging. Always age appropriate in style, music and, if applicable costumes.