chicago ballet arts

Pre Ballet students attend class once a week. This level introduces the more formal structure of a ballet class. The minimum age for this level is 5. 

Students in Ballet 3 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is age 8-11.

Students in Ballet 6 attend classes 3 days per week which includes technique, pre-pointe/pointe (with approval), and conditioning. Eligible students will be evaluated for pointe work.

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CBA offers sequential levels of Horton based modern technique classes. Students may enroll in modern in addition to their ballet technique or as a stand alone class.

Students in Ballet 1 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range for this level is 6 to 9 years old.

Students in Ballet 4 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is age 9-12.

Students in Ballet 7 attend classes 4 days per week which includes technique, pointe (with approval) and conditioning. Students typically spend a minimum of 2 years in this level.

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CBA is home to two performing ensembles which are open to students enrolled in Ballet 5-8. Ensembles provide students with additional rehearsal and performance opportunities.

Students in Ballet 2 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is between 7 to 10 years old.

Students in Ballet 5 attend classes 3 days per week which includes technique, pre-pointe and conditioning. The minimum age for this level is 10.

Students in Ballet 8 attend classes 5 days per week, which includes technique, pointe (with approval), variations and conditioning. Some classes may be

en-pointe.