Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Charlottesville, VA
Balletschool was founded in January 1997 to provide professional dance education in a supportive environment. Our mission is to foster physical and mental well-being through dance, emphasizing proper technique and performance style aligned with students' developmental stages. We offer ballet, pointe, character, hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap classes for children and adults of all skill levels. Our curriculum follows the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, ensuring structured progression while maintaining accessibility for recreational and career-focused dancers. Uniforms are required for children's ballet classes, with unique leotard colors distinguishing each level.We provide substantial tuition discounts for multi-class enrollment and offer need-based scholarships, military discounts, and flexible payment options. Annual recitals in May showcase student achievements, with costumes supplied by the school. Summer programs include intensive ballet workshops, camps, and themed dance classes. Private and semi-private lessons are available, with rates varying by instructor. Our facility in Charlottesville, Virginia, serves as a community hub for dance enthusiasts of all ages.
Services
Ballet Classes
Hip Hop Instruction
Tap Dance Lessons
Summer Intensives
Private Lessons
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Professional instructors following Royal Academy of Dance curriculum
- Inclusive environment for all skill levels and body types
- 15%+ tuition discounts for multi-class enrollment
- Annual recitals with school-supplied costumes
- Flexible summer programs and performance opportunities
Associations and certifications
- Royal Academy of Dance
Services
Ballet Classes
Structured ballet instruction following Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for ages 3+. Focuses on technique, pointe work, and performance style. Classes grouped by age and skill level with annual recital participation. Includes costume rental for performances.
Summer Intensives
Week-long ballet immersion programs for teens and adults. Includes technique, pas de deux, and ballet history. Features daily sessions from 10:00 AM-3:30 PM with Friday showcase. Early registration discount available.
Private Lessons
Customized dance instruction for all skill levels. Available in private or semi-private formats. Rates vary by instructor expertise. Focuses on individual technique improvement and performance preparation.
Dance Camps
Week-long camps for ages 4-teen with themed ballet productions. Includes technique classes, choreography, and arts & crafts. Culminates in Friday performances. Options for half-day and full-day attendance.
Adult Dance Classes
Drop-in ballet and modern classes for adult learners. Flexible scheduling with beginner to advanced levels. Utilizes class card system for payment. Focuses on fitness, technique, and enjoyment.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We offer ballet, pointe, character, hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap classes for all ages and skill levels.
Are there performance opportunities?
Yes! We host annual recitals in May and Nutcracker performances in December, with school-supplied costumes included.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, we provide ballet intensives, themed camps, and weekly workshops from June through August for ages 4 to adults.
What payment options exist?
We offer tuition discounts for multiple classes, military discounts, need-based scholarships, and flexible payment plans.
What should students wear?
Children's ballet requires specific leotards; casual wear like tee-shirts and bike shorts works for other classes. Real ballet shoes are mandatory.
Can I try a class first?
Yes! We offer free trial classes during our annual August 'Bring Your Friends Week' with advance registration.
