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Summer Youth Classes & Programs 2026
Pre-Ballet (Ages 18 month - 8 years)
The pre-ballet program is designed for young children starting their ballet journey. In pre-ballet classes, children participate in a variety of activities and exercises that promote coordination, balance, spatial awareness, and creativity. These activities include stretching exercises, floor exercises and basic jumps that help develop motor skills and musicality.
May 26-June 6 | 2-Week Session
June 9-27 | 3- Week Session
July 7-25 | 3-Week Session
August 4-22 | 3-Week Session
June 15–18 | Princess Ballet Camp
July 6–9 | Moana Ballet Camp
August 3–6 | Mini Nutcracker Ballet Camp
August 17-19 | Mini Competition Camp
Youth Ballet (Ages 8-19)
For students ages eight and over, this year-round program is designed to take a serious and focused approach to ballet instruction that includes performance and competition opportunities. Based on the Vaganova Method, which is known for its precision and emphasis on technique, students gain a solid foundation in classical ballet that can prepare them for a professional career.
May 26-June 6 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 2-Week Session
May 27 - June 11 | Ballet 2-6 (ages 8-18) 3-Week Session
June 9-27 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session
July 7-25 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session
August 4-22 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session
June 15-26 | 2-Week Intensive Camp 1
July 6-17 | 2-Week Intensive Camp 2
August 3-6 | Competition Preparation Camp – Classical & Contemporary
August 17-20 | Nutcracker Prep Camp
Pre-Ballet Summer Programs
MOMMY & ME (age 18 month-3 years)
This popular class provides a comfortable atmosphere with a participating parent(mom/dad), where the child can begin to express their individual movement and musical abilities.
Students are introduced to a class structure, age-appropriate stretches, coordination exercises, and rhythm through a safe and special experience with mommy. Added benefits for mom are increased flexibility, balance, and dance appreciation. The class also includes a movement story that encourages young children to explore, experiment, and create through creative dance.
• 30 min class once a week
Saturday 8:30-9:00am
Session 1: May 26 - June 2 (2-week program) Tuition: $32
Session 2: June 9 – 27 (3-week program) Tuition: $48
Session 3: July 7 – 25 (3-week program) Tuition: $48
Session 4: August 4 – 22 (3-week program) Tuition: $48
PRE-BALLET 1 (ages 3–4)
This 45-minute class is perfect for young dancers looking to continue their training through the summer in a fun and engaging environment. Designed to develop large motor skills, the class introduces basic dance steps such as skipping, chassés, and pony steps. Students will also work on rhythm, timing, and coordination through structured movement activities. Classes are held once per week, with two convenient schedule options.
SUMMER SESSIONS:
Session 1: May 26 - June 2 (2-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:00–4:45 PM – Tuition: $50
- Saturday | 9:00–9:45 AM – Tuition: $50
Session 2: June 9 – 27 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:00–4:45 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 9:00–9:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Session 3: July 7 – 25 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:00–4:45 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 9:00–9:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Session 4: August 4 – 22 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:00–4:45 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 9:00–9:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Special Discount:
Boys receive 50% off all tuition rates
PRE-BALLET 2 (ages 5–8)
In this class, students continue to build on foundational dance skills while developing large motor coordination. The curriculum includes skipping, chassés, and stretching, with a growing emphasis on leg and arm positions, coordination, and listening skills.
Classes are held once per week, offering two convenient schedule options.
SUMMER SESSIONS:
Session 1: May 26 - June 2 (2-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:45–5:30 PM – Tuition: $50
- Saturday | 10:00–10:45 AM – Tuition: $50
Session 2: June 9 – 27 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:45–5:30 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 10:00–10:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Session 3: July 7 – 25 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:45–5:30 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 10:00–10:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Session 4: August 4 – 22 (3-week program)
- Tuesday | 4:45–5:30 PM – Tuition: $75
- Saturday | 10:00–10:45 AM – Tuition: $75
Special Discount:
Boys receive 50% off all tuition rates
Youth Ballet Summer Classes Levels 1-5
BALLET 1 (ages 8-12)
In this class barre and center work is introduced, age appropriate stretches, basic leg and arm positions are still a focus of this class. Working on improving balance, hopping, skipping, jumping, and galloping.
Session Dates & Tuition:
Tuesday | 5:30-6:30pm
- May 26-June 2 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 2-Week Session (one-hour class, once a week) Tuition: $58
- June 9-27 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session (one-hour class, once a week) Tuition: $86
- July 7-25 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session (one-hour class, once a week) Tuition: $86
- August 4-22 | Ballet 1 (ages 8-12) 3- Week Session (one-hour class, once a week) Tuition: $86
BALLET 2-6 (ages 8–18)
Each class includes a 1.5-hour ballet technique class followed by 30 minutes of pointe or pre-pointe work. Dancers continue to develop strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and proper placement while reinforcing classical ballet fundamentals and terminology. This summer format helps students maintain technique, build endurance, and stay in shape while progressing confidently in their ballet training.
Session Dates & Tuition:
- Monday, Wednesday & Thursday | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- 2-hour class, three times a week
- May 27-June 11 (3-week session) NO Class 05/25/2026
Tuition: $336
CONTEMPORARY BALLET (ages 8–18)
This class is an exploration of movement where classical ballet meets contemporary expression. Rooted in technique, it encourages dancers to move beyond traditional boundaries and discover their unique artistic voice. Dancers will work on fluidity, breath, musicality, and connection to the floor, while also developing strength, control, and coordination. Through improvisation and expressive combinations, students learn to communicate emotion through movement, building both technical skill and creative confidence.
Session Dates & Tuition:
- Wednesdays | 6:30 PM– 7:30 PM
1-hour class, once per week
Session: May 27 – June 11 (3-week session)
Tuition: $86
AERIAL BALLET (ages 8–18)
Aerial Ballet is a unique program that combines the elegance of classical ballet with the strength and artistry of aerial silks. Using long suspended fabrics, dancers learn to move fluidly between the floor and the air, developing control, balance, and expressive movement in a completely new dimension.
This class strengthens the core, improves flexibility, and enhances overall body awareness. Students explore classical lines, extensions, and transitions while learning foundational aerial skills such as climbs, wraps, and supported poses on the silks.
Aerial Ballet is ideal for dancers who want to expand their training, challenge themselves physically, and grow artistically in a dynamic and inspiring environment. No prior aerial experience is required—just curiosity, focus, and a willingness to try something new.
Session Dates & Tuition:
- Wednesdays | 7:30 PM– 8:30 PM
1-hour class, once per week
Session: May 27 – June 11 (3-week session)
Tuition: $86
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Spring Gala 2026
The Best of Classics
Celebrate 25 Years of Minnesota Ballet Theatre & School with an unforgettable evening of classical ballet, original choreography, and performances by our students of all levels. Join us as we honor tradition, artistry, and the next generation of dancers.