Classes | Medford | Miss Diana's School of Ballet

Class Descriptions

Class Levels

Tiny Toes

Ages 4 - 5. Our creative movement class for the littlest of ballerinas. 30 min class once a week. This is a non-performance class.

Pre-Ballet
Age 5 - 6. No previous training necessary. Emphasis on movement and balance, as well as basic barre work, ballet steps and combinations. 30 min class once a week.

Ballet 1
Ages 6 - 8. No previous training necessary. Emphasis on basic ballet steps and combinations, while focusing on beginning ballet technique, form, and balance. 45 min class once a week.

Ballet 2
Ages 9 -12. Intermediate level, 1 year prior ballet training preferred. Emphasis on developing more intermediate ballet steps and combinations, while continuing to focus on technique, form, balance and flexibility. 60 min class once a week.

Ballet 3
Ages 9+. Intermediate level with a minimum of 2 years prior training. Advancement into this class is by invitation only. Attendance year round is required. 60 min class twice per week.

Ballet 4
Intermediate level with 2-3 years prior training. Advancement into this class is by invitation only. Attendance year round is required. 60 min class twice per week.

Technique 1
Intermediate-Advanced level with 3-4 years prior training. Advancement into this class is by invitation only. Attendance year round is required. 60 min class twice per week.

Technique 2
Intermediate-Advanced level with completion of at least one year in Technique 1. Advancement into this class is at the discretion of the instructor. Attendance year round is required. 60 min class twice per week.

Technique 3

Advanced level with completion of at least one year in Technique 2. Advancement into this class is at the discretion of the instructor. Attendance year round is required. 60 min class twice per week.

Pre-Pointe
Advanced class with Emphasis on pointe preparation. Advancement into this class is at the discretion of the instructor. Attendance year round is required.

90 min class twice per week.

Pointe 1, 2 & 3
Advanced classes with emphasis on pointe technique. Three classes/week required. Advancement into this class is at the discretion of the instructor.

Teen/Adult Ballet

Ages 14+. Basic ballet technique with little or no prior training. Emphasis on stretching and strength training. This is a non-performance, 60 min class once a week.

Schedule & Tuition

Studio Rules & Guidelines >

Dress Code

Girls:

Black or light pink leotard only for all regular classes up to Ballet 2.
Black leotard only for Ballet 3 and 4 classes.
Technique and Pointe classes may wear dark colored leotards.
Light pink tights and pink ballet shoes.
No tutu's or ruffled skirts. Simple chiffon ballet skirts may be worn.
Ballet sweaters and leg warmers may be worn in cooler weather.
Hair must be in a bun.
No jewelry.

Boys:

Black athletic shorts or pants.
Plain, form fitting t-shirt in neutral color (white, black, or gray).
Black ballet shoes.

Adult Ballet Class:

Gym/Yoga attire is acceptable for the Adult Ballet Class. Please no distracting prints or overly bright colors.
Pink or black ballet shoes.