Ballet Company - Pre-Professional Day Program

Ballet Company - Pre-Professional Day Program es una clase de Ballet en The Dance Conservatory of North Atlanta.

En The Dance Conservatory of North Atlanta

Our Daytime Pre-Professional Ballet Program is designed for dedicated ballet dancers who are committed to pursuing a professional career in ballet. This rigorous and comprehensive training program includes ballet technique, pointe, variations, Pas de Deux, daily Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT) and cross-training, as well as ballet rehearsals. Students will focus on perfecting their technical skills, strength, and artistry in a structured, supportive environment, preparing them for high-level competitions and performances. The program provides extensive training in classical ballet with a focus on improving performance quality, precision, and artistic expression. Students will have the opportunity to compete at prestigious events such as the Universal Ballet Competition (UBC), American Dance Competition (ADCIBC), Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), and New York City Dance Alliance (NYCDA). In addition to competition preparation, students will participate in multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, including the Winter and Spring Showcases and the Company Showcase in January. These showcases allow students to demonstrate their growth and artistry in front of family, friends, and the community. Training consists of the following weekly schedule: Monday & Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Optional Tap and Jazz on Monday and Thursday is available. Students will gain invaluable performance experience through regular rehearsals for competitions and performances, with a focus on building stage presence and emotional expression in both classical and contemporary ballet repertoire. This program is ideal for serious students who are preparing for professional-level careers in ballet, whether in company work or further education at elite ballet academies. Pas de Deux on Wednesday: On Wednesdays, students will participate in a Pas de Deux class, focusing on learning the fundamentals of partnering in a safe and supportive environment. For this class, dancers are required to wear a platter tutu from Mia Dancewear or Nikolay and pointe shoes that are fitted by Grit and Grace. Students are expected to go through a new pair of pointe shoes approximately every two weeks. Uniform: Any Yumiko leotard in Nylon/Crushed Velvet Eggplant combination, Nikolay pink tights, pink Nikolay StretchTek ballet flats, pink Nikolay stretch ribbon, and hair secured in a neat bun. Students may wear any colored MStevens Georgette #246 skirt and any purple leotard Tuesday-Thursday. Friday and Saturday are free dress days for leotards. Pointe shoes fitted by Grit and Grace Studio to streetwear are also required. Equipment Needed: PBT Pro Pack (Pro Ball, 3 Pack Fusion Ball, Medium and Light Thera Band, Massage Ball), light weights, arm weights, yoga mat, foam rollers, stick rollers, and a clean pair of sneakers for cross-training.