01
Building Strong Foundations 

• Age- and level-appropriate combinations designed to teach foundational ballet principles in an engaging and practical way
• Structured progression with new barre and center combinations introduced every other week
• Built-in repetition to support mastery of newly introduced concepts
• Introduction to the world of ballet, including major companies, their history, and influential dancers
• Exploration of the great classical ballets and their cultural significance
• Weekly guidance on warming up and preparing the body safely for ballet
• New conditioning and preparatory exercises introduced each week to support healthy development.

02
Building Strength, Coordination, and Confidence

Level 2 builds directly on the foundations established in Level 1, guiding dancers into greater physical strength, coordination, and technical clarity. 
This level introduces increased complexity while maintaining the structure and repetition needed for safe, intelligent progression.

• Continued development of concepts introduced in Level 1 with increased technical demand.
• Progressive strengthening and coordination through longer barre and center combinations.
• Introduction and development of épaulement to enhance artistry and classical style.
• Expanded petite allegro with more complex patterns and coordination.
• Beginning pointe preparation and introduction to the pointe journey.
• Nutrition education focused on supporting training, recovery, and growth.
• Floor barre to build stability, core strength, and body awareness.
• New exercises introduced each week to build strength, consistency, and confidence.

03

This level focuses on refining technique, expanding complexity, and integrating artistry so dancers move with confidence, intention, and musical awareness. 
Level 3 refines technique, expands complexity, and integrates artistry — preparing dancers for intermediate study with confidence and musicality.

• Continued refinement of technical mastery with increased complexity and precision
• Introduction and development of turning work and expanded demi-pointe technique
• Larger, more intricate combinations that require stamina, coordination, and control
• More complex allegro with greater use of space, direction changes, and musical phrasing
• Integration of épaulement and port de bras to support artistry and expression
• Preparation for intermediate-level study upon completion of the course
• Study of 18th- and 19th-century ballet, including the distinction between Romantic and Classical traditions
• Exploration of Marius Petipa’s work and enduring legacy in classical ballet today
• Weekly strength-building exercises to support jumps, turns, and endurance
• Continued use of floor barre to reinforce stability, alignment, and core strength