Contemporary Division

Levels 5 & 6

The Contemporary Division is optional for students in Level 5 & 6. This division is designed for upper-level students who wish to pursue a more focused curriculum and intensive training in the Contemporary realm. Students will experience more diverse coursework that places less emphasis on classical ballet, especially pointe work. This track is geared toward the dancer that wishes to develop increased self-expression, improvisational skills, and creativity. 

Level 5 Contemporary

Students at this level can expect to train 4 days a week in various dance genres: classical ballet, contemporary ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, and conditioning. The curriculum provides students with the necessary training for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program.  Level 5 Contemporary dancers can expect the difficulty, length of exercise, and number of repetitions to increase. Students will experience more diverse coursework that places less emphasis on classical ballet, especially pointe work. This track is geared toward the dancer that wishes to develop more self-expression, improvisational skills, and creativity. Given the amount of material, students may need multiple years in level 5 to master the necessary components. 

Level Requirements

• 2 Ballet Technique Classes
• Jazz
• Modern OR Lyrical
• Stretch/Flex
• 2+ Elective Classes (Pointe can count as an elective on this track)

Level 6 Contemporary

Students at this level can expect to train 5 days a week in various dance genres: classical ballet, contemporary ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, and conditioning. The curriculum provides students with the necessary training for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program. Level 6 Contemporary dancers can expect the difficulty, length of exercise, and number of repetitions to increase in general. Students in the 6 Contemporary track will experience more diverse coursework that places less emphasis on classical ballet, especially pointe work. This track is geared toward the dancer that wishes to develop more self-expression, improvisational skills, and creativity.  

Level Requirements

• 3 Ballet Technique Classes (Contemporary Ballet strongly encouraged)
• 4+ Elective Classes (Pointe can count as an elective on this track)