Teaching excellent technique and artistry of ballet in a collaborative way
(612) 208-9283 Dance Studio located in Monticello
Inspire Ballet Academy Classes
Classical Ballet Technique and Choreography Classes
Level 1
Ages 3-6
Beginning fundamentals in Classical Ballet training.
Meets once per week
Level 2
Ages 6 and up
Beginning Classical Ballet training and Beginning Jazz choreography.
Meets once per week
Level 3
Ages 8 and up
Intermediate Classical Ballet training, preparation for pre-pointe and Jazz choreography.
Meets Twice per week
Intermediate/Advanced Levels
Level 4
Teacher placement required
Pre Pointe or Pointe Option
Intermediate Classical Ballet, Pre-pointe, Beginner Pointe training and Intermediate Jazz techniques.
Meets 3x per
Level 5
Teacher placement required
Intermediate Pointe Option
Advanced Classical Ballet, Intermediate Pointe training and Advanced Jazz techniques/choreography.
Meets 3-4x per week
Level 6
Teacher placement required
Advanced Pointe Option
Advanced Classical Ballet, Advanced Pointe training and Advanced Jazz techniques/choreography.
Meets 3-5x per week
Level 3-6 One Day a Week Option
Level 3-6 One Day a Week Option
Level 3-6 One Day a Week Option
Ages 10+
This class accommodates Level 3-6 dancers who do not wish to learn pointe and can not commit to our complete programming.
Meets Once per week.
Adult Ballet Class
Level 3-6 One Day a Week Option
Level 3-6 One Day a Week Option
This class is designed for adults who wish to learn ballet for fun and fitness. Class is one hour one time per week and includes Classical Ballet training through barre and stretching. Class will meet the individual needs of the students attending class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need to purchase black leotards?
The leotards we suggest allow careful observation of students; alternative shirts, shorts, or skirts other may prevent instructors from seeing correct body position or movement.
Why do we need to wear our hair in a bun?
A ballet bun is the traditional hairstyle worn by ballerinas. The main purposes being: to prevent hair from getting in the way of a ballerina, to provide a uniform (and elegant!) look for all of the ballerinas, and to maintain focus on the dancer (not the hair).
Where will I find leotards, tights and shoes?
We have scheduled fitting and registration days in the summer. Appointments are made through sign up genius. We offer black leotards, black ballet skirts, and pink tights to purchase at these appointments and will properly fit your dancer for Pink Split Sole Ballet shoes (Black for boys) and Tan jazz shoes (Black for boys). We will order these items and have them ready for you on the first day of class or you may stop into the office when they arrive.
Why do I need to bring my Level 3-6 student 20-30 minutes early?
As the students get older and more advanced in their technique, it is important to properly warm up your body before class to gain the most from your ballet class as well as safety for your body. We teach warm up exercises in class at the beginning of the year so the students know how to properly warm up on their own throughout the year.
What happens if we need to miss a class?
While we support family time together and also realize that school activities or illness/injury will occasionally cause conflicts, please inform us about these situations ahead of time and limit absences to the greatest degree possible. If a student is chronically tardy or misses more than four classes in a semester, a meeting is required with the artistic director. We reserve the right to revoke their participation in the recital. Continued disregard of the class schedule may result in dismissal from the program. Please ask about make up class options for your individual needs.
