Young Dancer Division
BCW's Young Dancer Division consists of two Creative Movement and two Pre Ballet levels. Each have been specifically designed for students age 3 through 6 in order to meet the highly specific developmental needs in each of these years.
The school also offers Hand In Hand, a weekly drop in lesson for children, age 24 - 36 months, along with their active caregivers.
Hand In Hand
Hand In Hand invites two year olds and their active caregiver to explore movement with instruction designed to improve body awareness and movement in space. Based on the work of Anne Green Gilbert called “Brain Dance”, this class is designed to give your two year old creative play while laying the foundation for healthy brain development, sensory motor development, and life long learning.
*This class will commence in November
2 year olds
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Students must be 24 - 36 months old. Drop ins welcome, however a minimum of four students must have reserved a space in the lesson for class to commence.
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Tuesday, 10 - 10:45am
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Caregivers and children may wear whatever they feel comfortable and can move freely in. Bare feet, ballet shoes, or socks with grips can be worn.
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$20 per class
Creative Movement I
Creative Movement I introduces children to the world of ballet, encouraging creativity, musicality, and physicality. Students are introduced to age appropriate ballet vocabulary, develop coordination and focus, and develop new skills and self confidence in a nurturing environment.
Creative Movement I meets one day per week for a forty-five-minute lesson. Students may attend two classes per week if they choose. Children must be potty trained and able to use the restroom independently.
3 and 4 year olds
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Students must be three years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level.
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Monday, 3:15 - 4pm
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Saturday, 9:15 - 10am
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Students who identify as female: Pink leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Students that prefer not to wear tights may wear white socks instead. Ballet skirts or tutus may be worn.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed into a ponytail or bun. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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One class per week / Two classes per week
$135 / $235 per monthly installment
$1,350 / $2,350 annually
Creative Movement II
Creative Movement II builds upon Creative Movement I, and deepens in exploration the world of ballet, encouraging creativity, musicality, and physicality. Students are introduced to age appropriate ballet vocabulary, develop coordination and focus, and develop new skills and self confidence in a nurturing environment.
Creative Movement II meets one day per week for a forty-five minute lesson. Students may attend two classes per week if they choose.
4 and 5 year olds
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Students must be four years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level.
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Friday, 3:15 - 4pm
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Saturday, 10 - 10:45am
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Students who identify as female: Pink leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Students that prefer not to wear tights may wear white socks instead. Ballet skirts or tutus may be worn.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed into a ponytail or bun. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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One class per week / Two classes per week
$135 / $235 per monthly installment
$1,350 / $2,350 annually
Pre Ballet I
Pre Ballet I and II build upon the Creative Movement levels. Posture, balance, flexibility, strength and coordination are further developed, and age appropriate ballet vocabulary expanded upon. Students learn fundamental ballet steps as well as how to work in lines and rows, developing greater spacial awareness.
Pre Ballet I meets one day per week for a one hour lesson. Students may attend two classes per week if they choose.
5 and 6 year olds
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Students must be five years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level.
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Tuesday, 3 - 4pm
and/or
Saturday, 10:45 - 11:45am
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Students who identify as female: Pink leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Students that prefer not to wear tights may wear white socks instead. Ballet skirts or tutus may be worn.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed into a ponytail or bun. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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One class per week / Two classes per week
$135 / $235 per monthly installment
$1,350 / $2,350 annually
Pre Ballet II
In the Pre Ballet II level, students are introduced to the fundamental components of a ballet class - barre and center work - and learn characteristics essential to success including decorum, persistence, and patience in preparation for the Primary levels to follow.
Pre Ballet II meets one day per week. Students may attend two classes per week if they choose.
6 and 7 year olds
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Students must be six years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level.
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Thursday, 3:15 - 4:15pm
and/or
Saturday, 11:45am - 12:45pm
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Students who identify as female: Pink leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Students that prefer not to wear tights may wear white socks instead. Ballet skirts or tutus may be worn.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed into a ponytail or bun. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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One class per week / Two classes per week
$135 / $235 per monthly installment
$1,350 / $2,350 annually
Primary Division
BCW’s Primary Division consists of three Elementary levels, enrolling students ranging in age from seven upwards. Class level placement is based on a combination of age and technical training.
Instructors follow a uniform, time tested and systematic ballet syllabus where clean technique, attention to detail, proper alignment, and musicality are emphasized. Instruction is highly specific with individualized corrections, ensuring that all students receive the feedback necessary to master the material presented. Students develop coordination, strength, and flexibility and explore deepening artistry, furthering their love of dance.
Each Elementary level meets twice weekly, with classes ranging from one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes depending on level.
Elementary I
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Students must be seven years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level.
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Elementary I enrollment requires twice weekly attendance.
Monday and Thursday, 4:15 - 5:15pm
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Students who identify as female: Lavender leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Undergarments are not worn under tights. Skirts, warm-up clothing, or jewelry are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed in a proper ballet bun, tightly secured with a hairnet and hairpins. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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$225 per monthly installment
$2,250 annually
Elementary II
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Students must be eight years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level, and have completed one academic year of Elementary I level ballet, or comparable technical experience.
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Elementary II enrollment requires twice weekly attendance.
Monday and Thursday, 5:15 - 6:15pm
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Students who identify as female: Light blue leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Undergarments are not worn under tights. Skirts, warm-up clothing, or jewelry are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed in a proper ballet bun, tightly secured with a hairnet and hairpins. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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$225 per monthly installment
$2,250 annually
Elementary III
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Students must be nine years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for this level, and have completed two academic years of Elementary I and II level ballet, or comparable technical experience.
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Elementary III enrollment requires twice weekly attendance.
Tuesday and Friday, 4 - 5:15pm
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Students who identify as female: Mint green color leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Undergarments are not worn under tights. Skirts, warm-up clothing, or jewelry are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt, black shorts or leggings, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed in a proper ballet bun, tightly secured with a hairnet and hairpins. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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$255 per monthly installment
$2,550 annually
Upper Division
BCW’s Upper Division consists of the Intermediate and Advanced levels. Class level placement is based on a combination of age, technical training and experience.
In these levels, refining technique with great attention to detail and furthering artistic expression and musicality continue to be emphasized. Instruction is highly specific with individualized corrections, ensuring that all students receive the feedback necessary to master the material presented.
Pointe work begins in the Intermediate level after a student has been studying for at least four years, and their legs and feet are sufficiently developed. Students gradually begin pointe work throughout the year. They’ll practice for 15 minutes at the end of each technique class and in a separate weekly, one hour pointe class in addition to their standard class schedule.
Upper division levels meet three days weekly, with technique classes ninety minutes in length.
Intermediate and Advanced level enrollment requires three weekly lessons.
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Students must be eleven years of age by September 1st, 2024 to be eligible for the Intermediate level, and have completed four academic years of Elementary level ballet, or comparable technical experience.
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Monday 6:15 - 7:45pm
Tuesday 5:15 - 6:45pm
Friday 5:15 - 6:45pm
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Students who identify as female:
Intermediate - Hunter green color leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Undergarments are not worn under tights. Skirts, warm-up clothing, or jewelry are not permitted.
Advanced - Black color leotard, pink or flesh tone footed tights and pink or flesh tone ballet shoes. Undergarments are not worn under tights. Skirts, warm-up clothing, or jewelry are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: Plain white shirt or white short sleeve leotard, dance belt, black opaque tights, and white socks with white ballet shoes.
Hair should be placed in a proper ballet bun, tightly secured with a hairnet and hairpins. For dancers with short hair, bangs should be pulled away from the face with a headband or barrettes. Students/parents must be responsible for the necessary supplies to have hair done before class time. Hair should not be a distraction in class.
Please note: No one is to arrive or leave BCW wearing only a leotard and tights. No technique shoes may be worn outside. This policy reflects our concern for the safety of our students and maintaining our studio floors.
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$345 per monthly installment
$3,450 annually
