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Children's Division

2020 Spring Classes

CLASSES BEGIN January 6, 2020

Children’s Division classes are for children ages 1 ½ through 7+ years of age. Classes in this division include Parent Tot, Creative Dance 1, Creative Dance 2, Pre-Ballet 1, Pre-Ballet 2 and Ballet Level 1. Scroll down this page to view all class descriptions, registration fees, schedules, dress codes and more.

Have questions or need help with registration? Contact Colorado Ballet Academy at 303-339-1623. 


Parent tot class - Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Parent Tot

(Ages 1 ½-3 years with a Parent or Guardian) Specifically designed to instill a joy of music and movement at a very young age, the emphasis of Parent Tot is placed on gross motor skill development, coordination, balance and bonding in a safe and nurturing environment. For the benefit of students attending this class we request only one adult per student.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 1.5-3 as of October 1, 2019 | No Audition Required
  • One 30 Minute Class Per Week
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition per Semester: $245
  • Parents: Comfortable clothing that allows for mobility
  • Toddlers: Comfortable, body hugging clothing that allows for mobility

Creative Dance 1Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Creative Dance 1

(Ages 3-4 years) Students will be introduced to the concepts of body awareness, energy, space, & time as well as encouraged to take direction from the instructor and share turns with peers. Boys and girls begin identifying basic forms of movement through imaginative games, songs, music and rhythmical patterns while fostering independence. Our spring semester culminates with a showcase on May 9, 2020.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 3-4 as of October 1, 2019 | No Audition Required
  • One 45 Minute Class Per Week
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition per Semester: $295
  • Performance Fee: $45
  • Girls: Pastel Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes. Short pastel skirt optional. Hair should be neatly pulled back and away from face.
  • Boys: Form fitting White T-Shirt, Black spandex bike shorts or form fitting black sweat pants, white socks and white canvas ballet shoes.

Creative Dance 2 - Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Creative Dance 2

(Ages 4-5 years) Young boys and girls continue their development by identifying basic forms of movement through imaginative games, songs, music and rhythmical patterns at an age appropriate level while continuing to foster independence. Students learn concepts of body awareness, energy, space, & time as well as taking direction from their instructor and sharing turns with peers. Our spring semester culminates with a showcase on May 9, 2020.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 4-5 as of October 1, 2019 | No Audition Required
  • One 45 Minute Class Per Week
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition per Semester: $295
  • Performance Fee: $45
  • Girls: Pastel Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes. Short pastel skirt optional. Hair should be neatly pulled back and away from face.
  • Boys: Form fitting White T-Shirt, Black spandex bike shorts or form fitting black sweat pants, white socks and white canvas ballet shoes.


Pre-ballet 1 - Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Pre-Ballet 1

(Ages 5-6) Boys and girls are introduced to beginning concepts of ballet including turn out, coordination, spatial awareness and a specific focus on class etiquette. Students will begin learning positions of the feet and are introduced to movement vocabulary. Our spring semester culminates with a showcase on May 9, 2020.

Boys are introduced to the athleticism, fundamentals, and structure of ballet. Boys will develop their ballet and teamwork skills, strength, and stamina in a positive ballet environment.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 5–6 as of October 1, 2019 | No Audition Required
  • One 45 Minute Class Per Week
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition per Semester: $295
  • Performance Fee: $45
  • Girls: Pink Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes. Short pink skirt optional. Hair should be pulled neatly away from face in a bun.
  • Boys: Form fitting White T-Shirt, Black spandex bike shorts, white socks and white canvas ballet shoes.

Pre-ballet 2 - Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Pre-Ballet 2

(Ages 6-7) Students increase their understanding of ballet with enhanced development of ballet concepts including turn out, coordination, spatial awareness and a specific focus on class etiquette. Classical positions of the feet and additional classical movement vocabulary is emphasized in preparation for Level 1 readiness. Our spring semester culminates with a showcase on May 9, 2020.

Boys are introduced to the athleticism, fundamentals, and structure of ballet. Boys will develop their ballet and teamwork skills, strength, and stamina in a positive ballet environment.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 6–7 as of October 1, 2019 | No Audition Required
  • One 45 Minute Class per Week
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition per Semester: $295
  • Performance Fee: $45
  • Girls: Pink Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes. Short pink skirt optional. Hair should be pulled neatly away from face in a bun.
  • Boys: Form fitting White T-Shirt, Black spandex bike shorts, white socks and white canvas ballet shoes.

Full Year Classes

Ballet Level 1 - Photo by Francisco Estevez Photography

Ballet Level 1

(Ages 7+) Ballet Level 1 boys and girls learn to impart the fundamentals of classical ballet. Class will focus on basic ballet technique, proper body alignment, French terminology and musicality. Students will be introduced to elementary barre and center work, with boys receiving conditioning specific to boys’ technique. This class is offered once a week.


Details Dress Code
  • Ages 7+ as of October 1
  • Registration Fee: $30 – Waived if registered by November 15, 2019
  • Tuition: $695/year
  • Production Fee: $175
  • Girls: Pink Leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes. Hair should be pulled neatly away from face in a bun.
  • Boys: Form fitting White T-Shirt, Black spandex bike shorts, white socks and white canvas ballet shoes.


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