What is Ballet?
Our ballet program provides a strong foundation in classical ballet, beginning with our youngest dancers and growing with them throughout their dance journey. Classes focus on age-appropriate instruction, proper ballet terminology, technique, and classical form while encouraging each dancer to progress at their own pace and achieve their individual goals.
For our youngest students, ballet training starts with creative movement and foundational skills designed to develop coordination, musicality, imagination, and a love of dance. As dancers grow, they expand their movement vocabulary and technical abilities, building the strength, discipline, and artistry needed to perform classical ballet with confidence and grace.
At E-Dance, we believe ballet is the cornerstone of dance education. Our program is taught with passion, encouragement, and attention to proper technique, providing dancers with the skills and foundation that support success in every style of dance.
Levels of Ballet
- Level A – Beginner starting at age 6
- Level B – Beginner
- Level C – Intermediate
- Level D – Intermediate
- Level E – Advanced
- Level F – Advanced
- Ballet levels based on curriculum skills
Benefits of Ballet
- Builds strength, flexibility, and coordination
- Develops proper posture and body alignment
- Teaches grace, confidence, and self-expression
- Improves balance, control, and body awareness
- Encourages discipline, focus, and perseverance
- Teaches grace, confidence, and self-expression
- Enhances musicality and rhythm
- Creates a strong technical foundation for all dance styles
What to wear for Ballet
Girls
- Leotard (any style)
- Ballet skirt/shorts
- Pink tights
- Pink ballet slippers
- Hair is in a bun
Boys
- Black shorts or track pants
- White tee shirt
- Black ballet slippers