Artistic Director Gregory Amato
2022-2023 Class Schedule
All NEW students must take a placement/trial class to determine their correct ballet level. Contact us to schedule your $10 trial class!
Levels are determined based on age, technique, and ability. Current or former PBT students will receive their level placement via email.
All class times are Pacific Time
Pre-Ballet 1
Class Description: (Ages 3-4) For our youngest aspiring dancers, this 45-minute class introduces children to the joy of dance and movement.
Pre-Ballet 2
Class Description: (Ages 4.5-6) For our youngest aspiring dancers, this 45-minute class introduces children to the joy of dance and movement.
Level 1
Class Description: (Ages 6-8) Beginner level, 60-minute technique class where students begin to learn the foundations of classical ballet technique.
Level 2A
Class Description: (Ages 8-10) 75-minute technique classes where students expand on the foundations of classical ballet technique, introducing more complex barre and center work.
Level 2B
Class Description: (Ages 9-11) 75-minute technique classes where students expand on the foundations they learned in Level 2A.
Level 3
Class Description: (Ages 10-14) 90- to 120-minute intermediate technique class for students with experience. Students in Level 3 will begin preparing for pointe work with weekly pre-pointe class.
Level 4
Class Description: (Ages 12-16) 90- to 135-minute intermediate/advanced technique classes for students with experience. Students in Level 4 will have weekly pointe and contemporary classes.
Level 5
Class Description: (Ages 14+, by placement only) 90- to 135-minute advanced technique classes for our most advanced students. Students in Level 5 will have weekly pointe, variations, and contemporary classes, in addition to a special professional-level class with company dancers. This class is by placement only.
Mentorship Program
The mentorship program is open to all Level 4 and 5 students. Dancers must attend a minimum of four Level 4 or 5 classes per week, and will have two private lessons/mentoring sessions each month with a faculty or company member. Enrollment is open on a first come first serve basis.
Musical Theater Dance
(Ages 5-16) Musical Theater Dance class is a great way to be introduced to the world of Musical Theater through dance! We learn dance styles that are performed in Broadway musicals, as well as choreography from pieces in musicals old and new. Come play and learn in a creative and fun space, designed to inspire the performer within! Musical Theater Classes are conducted in sessions, each with a designated theme.
Session 1: Animals - September 12- December 5
Session 2: The 60’s - January 2-March 6
Session 3: Kid Stars - March 13-June 12
Tap Dance
(Ages 4-12) Students learn the fundamentals of tap technique in a fun and creative way. Dancers will learn basic terminology, steps, and combinations to improve their knowledge and skill of tap dance.
Teen/Adult Tap Workshop
Class Description: This 6-week workshop is for adult and teen students ages 16 and up who wish to begin tap or have had an extended break from tap. Students will participate in an hour tap class. This workshop is offered in-person ONLY.
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Workshop 1: September 17- October 22 (6 weeks)
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Workshop 2: October 29- December 10 (6 weeks, one week off - Nov 26)
Cost: $95 per workshop
Combo
(Ages 3-7) For young aspiring dancers, this 60-minute class introduces children to ballet and tap dance.
Hip Hop
(Ages 5-16) Students learn the fundamentals of hip hop in an exciting and fun way. Dancers will learn basic terminology, steps, and combinations to improve their knowledge of hip hop.
Private Lessons
For Levels 2A and up. PBT is now offering Private Lessons! Email us at conservatory@peninsulaballet.org to set up a private lesson with your favorite teacher!
PBT Private Lesson Rates: $85/hour