SUMMER 2021 SCHEDULE
LEVEL A - If your child is between 3 - 5 years old, select level A.
LEVEL B - If your child is a new/beginning dancer (or currently in level Ballet 1 or 2 ) who is ages 6 - 8, select level B classes.
LEVEL B+ - If your child is a new/beginning dancer (or currently in level Ballet 1 or 2) who is age 9 or older, select level B+ classes.
LEVEL C - Current level 3 or 4 dancers (or by placement via evaluation class)
LEVEL D - Current level 5, Junior Company, or Studio Company dancers (or by placement via evaluation class)
ARE YOU COMING TO US FROM ANOTHER STUDIO?
As we're located in a military community, we know that dancers often relocate to Southern Maryland from other areas. If you have previous dance experience and would like to continue your training, we would love the opportunity to meet you! Please contact us for a FREE evaluation class. Our teachers will watch you carefully during class and let you and your family know immediately afterward which classes will be the best fit for you. All of our dancers are covered by the studio's insurance policy. To place you on the policy for one day, we will need your first and last name, birth date, and a phone number. We look forward to meeting you! You may request a evaluation by connecting with us here.
LEVEL B - If your child is a new/beginning dancer (or currently in level Ballet 1 or 2 ) who is ages 6 - 8, select level B classes.
LEVEL B+ - If your child is a new/beginning dancer (or currently in level Ballet 1 or 2) who is age 9 or older, select level B+ classes.
LEVEL C - Current level 3 or 4 dancers (or by placement via evaluation class)
LEVEL D - Current level 5, Junior Company, or Studio Company dancers (or by placement via evaluation class)
ARE YOU COMING TO US FROM ANOTHER STUDIO?
As we're located in a military community, we know that dancers often relocate to Southern Maryland from other areas. If you have previous dance experience and would like to continue your training, we would love the opportunity to meet you! Please contact us for a FREE evaluation class. Our teachers will watch you carefully during class and let you and your family know immediately afterward which classes will be the best fit for you. All of our dancers are covered by the studio's insurance policy. To place you on the policy for one day, we will need your first and last name, birth date, and a phone number. We look forward to meeting you! You may request a evaluation by connecting with us here.
SUMMER DANCE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
(subject to change based on enrollment)
Ballet A
Students aged 3 to 5 years. Students must be able to use the restroom independently.
Ballet A is designed to introduce our youngest dancers to dance concepts including terminology, movements and musicality in a fun and safe environment. Using imaginative play and games, students develops skills such as core strength, balance, and flexibility.
Ballet A classes are 45 minutes in duration, once per week.
Ballet B
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Students 6 years and older or current Ballet 1.
Ballet B introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students as well as challenge returning students with more difficult combinations.
Ballet B is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet B+
B+ CLASS FOR AGES 9 and OLDER!
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Students 9 years and older with little to no dance experience or current Ballet 2 students.
Ballet B+ introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students.
This is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B+ have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet C
Current Ballet 3 & 4 Students (*New Students by Placement)
Ballet C introduces more advanced dance concepts and combinations for the intermediate level dancer.
Ballet C includes a two hour technique class that meets four times per week and a Pre-Pointe/Pointe class.
Students in Ballet C have the option to add Jazz C, Contemporary C, and/or Tap C/D to expand their dance horizons and/or Intermediate/Open Technique, and/or yoga/Pilates to focus on technique and increase flexibility, stamina, and core body strength.
Ballet D
New students by placement or current Ballet 5, Studio Prep & Studio Company.
Ballet D is designed to increase the stamina, strength and versatility of the advanced dancer.
Ballet D includes a two hour technique class that meets five days per week and a Pointe class.
Students enrolled in Ballet D have the option to add Variations*, Jazz D*, Contemporary D*, Tap D/C,* and/or yoga/Pilates D/C*.
*These classes are mandatory for Studio Company & Studio Prep dancers.
OPTIONAL CLASSES
Tap
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D.
(Students in Ballet B may register through their Ballet Level link. Students in C & D should use this link.)
Teaches terminology, steps and combinations used in Tap.
Tap is a one-hour class that meets one time per week.
Jazz
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in jazz and meets one time per week.
Jazz B is a 45 minute classes, Jazz C meets for one hour, and Jazz D is a one and a half hour class.
Contemporary
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in contemporary and modern - Horton, Graham, and Limon styles.
Contemporary is a one hour class that meets one time per week.
Yoga/Pilates
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C or D. All adults welcome. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS. Suitable for all yoga and Pilates levels. Yoga/Pilates aims at building muscle strength and re-balancing the body as well as improving posture, flexibility, coordination, concentration, and control of the body. This class alternates weekly between yoga and Pilates. Yoga and Pilates are each a one hour class.
Adult Punch Passes
Punch passes may be used by adults only for INT/Open Technique, or Yoga/Pilates classes. PASSES EXPIRE AT THE END OF THE SUMMER SESSION REGARDLESS OF WHEN PURCHASED.
SUMMER INTENSIVES
Week 1: To Be Announced
Week 2: To Be Announced
The Ballet Caliente Summer Intensive guides students in their ballet technical skills as well as other dance forms that compliment a ballet artist. The program is held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ballet Caliente's beautiful studio in California, Maryland. Unlike big company intensives, our summer students are exposed to exceptional individual attention and corrections. This program offers unparalleled training by a distinguished staff of Ballet Caliente instructors and well-known in-state and out-of-state guest teachers.
COST: $400 for one week or $750 for two weeks
Intermediate Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet C or by invitation.
The Intermediate Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe & Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Summer Intensives, Pointe Shoe Fitting and Care. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
Advanced Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet D.
The Advanced Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Career Opportunities, and Stress Management. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
(subject to change based on enrollment)
Ballet A
Students aged 3 to 5 years. Students must be able to use the restroom independently.
Ballet A is designed to introduce our youngest dancers to dance concepts including terminology, movements and musicality in a fun and safe environment. Using imaginative play and games, students develops skills such as core strength, balance, and flexibility.
Ballet A classes are 45 minutes in duration, once per week.
Ballet B
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Students 6 years and older or current Ballet 1.
Ballet B introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students as well as challenge returning students with more difficult combinations.
Ballet B is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet B+
B+ CLASS FOR AGES 9 and OLDER!
*To Register for Modern, Jazz, or Tap, please click Ballet B link above
Students 9 years and older with little to no dance experience or current Ballet 2 students.
Ballet B+ introduces ballet movements, terminology, and combinations; including barre and center work to new students.
This is a one-hour technique class that meets two times per week.
Students in Ballet B+ have the option to enroll in Jazz B or Tap B to expand their dance horizons.
Ballet C
Current Ballet 3 & 4 Students (*New Students by Placement)
Ballet C introduces more advanced dance concepts and combinations for the intermediate level dancer.
Ballet C includes a two hour technique class that meets four times per week and a Pre-Pointe/Pointe class.
Students in Ballet C have the option to add Jazz C, Contemporary C, and/or Tap C/D to expand their dance horizons and/or Intermediate/Open Technique, and/or yoga/Pilates to focus on technique and increase flexibility, stamina, and core body strength.
Ballet D
New students by placement or current Ballet 5, Studio Prep & Studio Company.
Ballet D is designed to increase the stamina, strength and versatility of the advanced dancer.
Ballet D includes a two hour technique class that meets five days per week and a Pointe class.
Students enrolled in Ballet D have the option to add Variations*, Jazz D*, Contemporary D*, Tap D/C,* and/or yoga/Pilates D/C*.
*These classes are mandatory for Studio Company & Studio Prep dancers.
OPTIONAL CLASSES
Tap
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D.
(Students in Ballet B may register through their Ballet Level link. Students in C & D should use this link.)
Teaches terminology, steps and combinations used in Tap.
Tap is a one-hour class that meets one time per week.
Jazz
Available to students enrolled in Ballet B through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in jazz and meets one time per week.
Jazz B is a 45 minute classes, Jazz C meets for one hour, and Jazz D is a one and a half hour class.
Contemporary
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C through Ballet D. (All students may register through their Ballet Level link.)
Teaches movements and terminology used in contemporary and modern - Horton, Graham, and Limon styles.
Contemporary is a one hour class that meets one time per week.
Yoga/Pilates
Available to students enrolled in Ballet C or D. All adults welcome. ADULT STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE A PUNCH PASS. Suitable for all yoga and Pilates levels. Yoga/Pilates aims at building muscle strength and re-balancing the body as well as improving posture, flexibility, coordination, concentration, and control of the body. This class alternates weekly between yoga and Pilates. Yoga and Pilates are each a one hour class.
Adult Punch Passes
Punch passes may be used by adults only for INT/Open Technique, or Yoga/Pilates classes. PASSES EXPIRE AT THE END OF THE SUMMER SESSION REGARDLESS OF WHEN PURCHASED.
SUMMER INTENSIVES
Week 1: To Be Announced
Week 2: To Be Announced
The Ballet Caliente Summer Intensive guides students in their ballet technical skills as well as other dance forms that compliment a ballet artist. The program is held from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Ballet Caliente's beautiful studio in California, Maryland. Unlike big company intensives, our summer students are exposed to exceptional individual attention and corrections. This program offers unparalleled training by a distinguished staff of Ballet Caliente instructors and well-known in-state and out-of-state guest teachers.
COST: $400 for one week or $750 for two weeks
Intermediate Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet C or by invitation.
The Intermediate Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pre-Pointe & Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Summer Intensives, Pointe Shoe Fitting and Care. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)
Advanced Intensive
Encouraged for students enrolled in Ballet D.
The Advanced Intensive is a comprehensive curriculum of 30 classes per week that bring together technique, strengthening and artistry. Courses include: Technique, Pointe, Repertoire, Ballroom, Improvisation, Jazz, Performance, Modern, Latin, Broadway, Contemporary, Yoga, Hip Hop, Allegro, Character, Pirouettes, Pilates, Port De Bras, Basic Foundation, and Acting. Also included are lectures on various topics such as Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Foot Care, History of Dance, Famous Ballets, Ballet Music, Famous Choreographers, Career Opportunities, and Stress Management. (Classes and lecture topics subject to change.)