Birmingham Ballet Academy Elementary Division

Enrollment:

The Elementary Division 2008-2009 School Year begins in August.

How to Register:

Use the links provided on the left under GENERAL INFORMATION to print out Registration Forms. Fax your completed Registration to (205) 979-5139 or mail to: Birmingham Ballet, 2198 Columbiana Road - Suite 100, Birmingham, Al 35216. If you have questions about class placement, please contact Birmingham Ballet Academy at (205) 979-9492.

Dress Code:

Ballet students beginning in Elementary Ballet wear a pink tights and a black leotard with pink ballet shoes of either leather or canvas. Hair shoulder lengther and longer must be secured neatly in a bun.

Fall Schedule 2008-2009 School Year:

The Elementary Division 2008-2009 School Year begins August 18.

Enrollment is limited to12 students in Elementary classes. Students enrolled in Elementary Ballet may choose to also enroll in Tap I.

Elementary Ballet I (age 6 by 9/1)

Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30

Elementary Ballet II (age 7 by 9/1)

Thursday 4:15 - 5:15

Elementary Ballet I/II (age 6 or 7 by 9/1)

Wednesday 4:45 - 5:45

Saturday 11:00 - 12:00

Tap I (1st or 2nd Grade - must be enrolled in Elementary Ballet)

Tuesday 5:30 - 6:15

Tuition Options:

Elementary Ballet - Tuition may be paid in either four equal payments (Quarter payments) or two equal payements (Semester payments). Quarter Fee: $135; Semester Fee: $265

Tap - Tuition may be paid in either four equal payments (Quarter payments) or two equal payements (Semester payments). Quarter Fee: $95; Semester Fee: $185

Class Descriptions:

Elementary Ballet (1st and 2nd Grade) The goal of Elementary Ballet is to inspire a love of ballet training. Classes are made up of barre work, center work, exercise to increase flexibility, and exercises to encourage musicality and self-expression. Alignment of the spine and correct use of the muscles in the legs and feet are stressed. Students are also taught the correct protocol for the ballet classroom.

Tap focuses on rhythm, syncopation and style. Our classes provide instruction in traditional tap. An emphasis is placed on developing proper sound and clarity.