Placement for our youngest Ballet dancers is based on age as well as maturity and skill level. If you are a new student, call the studio for assistance in choosing the appropriate level. If you are a returning student, refer to your class placements when selecting levels. To read about our teaching philosophy in regards to Ballet and the style of Ballet that we offer, click HERE.
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Pre-Primary A
Amanda Supan and Georgia Tanner Saturday, 9:30am - 10:15am . Ages 3.5-5yrs Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
Pre-Primary B
Erin Tavani assisted by Genevieve Pekley Sunday, 9:45am - 10:30am . Ages 3.5-5yrs Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
Our Pre-Primary Ballet class is designed for young dancers aged 3.5 to 5 years old. This fun and engaging class introduces children to the basics of ballet in a playful and nurturing environment. Through imaginative play, music, and simple movements, children will develop coordination, balance, and motor skills. The class focuses on fostering a love for dance, encouraging creativity, and building confidence.
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Primary A
Ayla Duggan and ChiChi MacVicar Ceckler Saturday, 10:45am - 11:30 am . Ages 5-6yrs Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
Primary B
Erin Tavani assisted by Antonia Mazzilli Sunday, 11:45am - 12:30pm . Ages 5-6 yrs Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
Repetition is the foundation of Primary Ballet. Each class begins with strengthening the creative and improvisational muscles all children posses. Then the dancers will move into a formal center barre warm-up, across the floor ballet locomotion, and finish with a free dance. Learning to wait, watch, and appreciate each other is emphasized along side proper alignment.
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Ballet 1
Isadora Snapp assisted by Grace Dostie Saturday, 10:30am - 11:30am |
1hr class -
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $62 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $56 |
Ballet 1 is designed specifically for young dancers 6 - 8 years old who are beginning their journey into the world of ballet. This introductory class focuses on developing basic ballet technique, fostering a love for dance, and building a solid foundation in a fun and supportive environment. Students will develop their understanding of basic ballet positions at the barre, learn to count music while moving in time with the beat, and explore self-expression - all while building confidence.
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Ballet 2
Sylvie Williams assisted by Lili Snapp Saturday, 1:15pm - 2:30 pm |
1.25hr class-
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $70 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $63 |
Ballet 2 is for young dancers ages 7 to 8. This class builds on the fundamental techniques learned in Ballet 1 but is also open to students new to dance. Class begins with warm-up exercises to prepare the body for ballet movements, followed by barre exercises to practice fundamental techniques and build strength. Center floor exercises will work on balance, coordination, and movement across the floor.
In addition to technique, dancers will explore various musical timing and rhythms, developing their ability to interpret and respond to different pieces of music. Classes will finish with opportunities for improvisation and creative expression within structured ballet exercises. Dancers will be encouraged to share their individualism to help build confidence and stage presence.
In addition to technique, dancers will explore various musical timing and rhythms, developing their ability to interpret and respond to different pieces of music. Classes will finish with opportunities for improvisation and creative expression within structured ballet exercises. Dancers will be encouraged to share their individualism to help build confidence and stage presence.
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Ballet 3
Sylvie Williams assisted by Georgia Tanner Saturday, 12:00pm - 1:15pm |
1.25hr class-
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $70 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $63 |
Ballet 3 class welcomes dancers aged 8 to 12, catering to beginners and those with prior ballet experience. We start with a comprehensive warmup, ensuring every dancer's body is prepared for class. Students then move to barre work, where we learn, practice, and develop foundational ballet techniques. Center exercises work on improving balance, coordination, and musicality while traveling steps and combinations enhance spatial awareness and movement quality. The class will finish with gentle stretching to maintain flexibility.
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Ballet 4
Isadora Snapp Saturday, 9:00am - 10:30am |
1.5hr class -
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $77 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $70 |
Ballet 4 is a classical ballet class for dancers aged 11 and older with prior ballet experience. This intermediate class aims to broaden ballet knowledge, enhance musicality, and build strength. Students will refine their technique, improve their alignment, explore increasingly complex combinations, and develop a deeper artistic expression. Class begins with a comprehensive warm-up, ensuring every dancer's body is prepared for class. Students then move to barre work with more challenging progressions. Center exercises work on improving balance, coordination, and musicality while traveling steps and combinations enhance spatial awareness and movement quality. The class will finish with gentle stretching to maintain flexibility.
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Ballet 5
Isadora Snapp Wednesday, 6:15pm - 7:45pm and Saturday, 11:45am - 1:15pm Students are required to take both Wednesday and Saturday class. |
2, 1.5hr classes
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $154 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $140 Pointe is not required for Ballet 5 Students |
Our Ballet 5 class is a neo-classical ballet class for dancers aged 11 and older ready to advance their ballet training. This class focuses on increasing knowledge of ballet terminology and theory while mastering more complex barre and center combinations. Class begins with a comprehensive warmup to ensure the body is ready for movement. At the barre, dancers focus on precision, proper alignment, and control. Dancers are asked to connect the concepts we work on at barre to the movements we perform later in class. In center work, students will explore rhythm, artistry, and ease of movement. During traveling combination and allegro work, dancers increase their spatial awareness, play with diverse musical rhythms and timing, develop stage presence, and enhance performance quality.
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Ballet 6
Isadora Snapp Wednesday, 3:45pm - 5:15pm and Saturday, 1:45pm - 3:15pm Students are required to take both Wednesday and Saturday class. |
2, 1.5hr classes
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $154 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $140 Pointe is not required for Ballet 6 students. |
Ballet 6 is a neo-classical ballet class for dancers aged 15 and older with a strong ballet background. This comprehensive class includes barre, center, and across-the-floor movements, challenging dancers with increasingly complex combinations. Students will delve into their artistry and musicality while being exposed to classical variations, guest teachers, and ballet history.
Pointe
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Pointe Preparation and Maintenance
Isadora Snapp Thursday, 3:54pm - 4:45pm PPM students must be enrolled in Ballet 4 or Ballet 5 |
45min class-
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
At CD&FS we take our responsibility for safely training pointe students very serious. Before being placed en pointe, dancers must complete and pass our pointe preparation and maintenance course. Throughout the year we will work on feet and ankle strength and flexibility, placement, core strength, and balance.
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Pointe 2
Isadora Snapp Wednesday, 7:45pm - 8:30pm Pointe 2 students must be enrolled in Pointe 2-4 and Ballet 5. |
45min class-
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
In their second year of pointe, dancers will begin to increase their center work while also adding exercises to their barre work. Dancers are required to enroll in Ballet 5 and will complete 1 day of Ballet 5 barre exercises in their pointe shoes to work on the articulation and placement of the ankle and feet while wearing pointe shoes.
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Pointe 3
Isadora Snapp Wednesday, 5:15pm-6:00pm Pointe 3 students must be enrolled in Pointe 2-4 and Ballet 6. |
45min class -
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $54 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $49 |
In Pointe 3 students continue to work on strength, dexterity, and confidence with center combinations. Dancers are required to enroll in Ballet 6 and will complete 1 day of Ballet 6 barre exercises in their pointe shoes to work on the articulation and placement of the ankle and feet while wearing pointe shoes.
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Pointe 4
Isadora Snapp Saturday, 3:15pm - 3:45pm Pointe 4 students must be enrolled in Pointe 2-4 and Ballet 6. |
30min class -
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $20 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $20 |
Pointe 4 is the highest level Pointe class that we offer. Students increase the amount of time they spend with center work in order to build strength. Dancers are required to enroll in Ballet 6 and will complete 1 day of Ballet 6 barre exercises in their pointe shoes to work on the articulation and placement of the ankle and feet while wearing pointe shoes. Pointe 4 classes also have a focus on quality of movement and grace.
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Pointe 2-4
Isadora Snapp Thursday, 4:45pm - 5:45pm |
1hr class -
Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $62 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $56 |
Pointe 2-4 is a mixed level pointe classes that focuses on proper technique and building strength.
Classes for teens & adults
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Adult Ballet
Isadora Snapp Sunday, 10:00am - 11:30am |
1hr30min class- Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $77 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $70
This class is available as a drop-in. $20/class |
Our Adult Ballet class is an open level neo-classical ballet class for dancers 18+ with prior ballet experience who want to refine their skills in a welcoming and supportive environment. We will focus on enhancing technique, improving strength and flexibility, and fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of ballet. With a blend of barre and center exercises, dancers will work on alignment, balance, and expressive movement.
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Open Level Ballet
Mary Selene Monday, 6:15pm - 7:30pm |
1hr15min class- Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $70 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $63
This class is available as a drop-in for adult students. $18/class |
Our Open Level Ballet class is perfect for teens and adults with prior ballet experience. This class offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where dancers can refine their skills, enhance their technique, and enjoy the beauty of ballet at their own pace.
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Contemporary Ballet
Isadora Snapp Thursday, 5:45pm - 7:00pm |
1hr15min class- Monthly Tuition for the Autumn Semester: $70 Monthly Tuition for the Spring Semester: $63
This class is available as a drop-in for adult students. $18/class |
Contemporary ballet merges the structured techniques of classical ballet with the dynamic and innovative elements of contemporary dance. It allows for greater fluidity and emotional expression, often incorporating modern music and themes to create a more relatable and current form of ballet. This class is for dancers ages 15 and older with a solid ballet foundation eager to experience the fusion of classical ballet technique and contemporary dance. Class emphasizes creativity, self-expression, and the development of a unique personal style while continuing to develop control, precision, and strength.
CONTEMPORARY DANCE AND FITNESS STUDIO
62 RIDGE STREET, MONTPELIER, VT 05602 . 646-400-5882 . [email protected]
62 RIDGE STREET, MONTPELIER, VT 05602 . 646-400-5882 . [email protected]