chicago ballet arts

Primary 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 3/4 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is age 8-11.

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 1 attend technique class once a week. The general age range for this level is 6 to 9 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.

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 6 attend classes 3 days per week which includes technique, pre-pointe/pointe, and conditioning. Eligible students will be evaluated for pointe work.

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.