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New students will be placed in one of four divisions, dependent on age and skill level. Each division is instilled to provide the proper training and resources to nourish every dancer’s growth.

 

All classes offer a unique syllabus and are designed to bring consistency based on traditional classical ballet. The syllabus is taught in all divisions of the school and is followed by every faculty member. All classes offer live piano accompaniment in order to foster an understanding of the relationship between movement and music. The School of Ballet Arizona accepts international students for Professional Program and Studio Company positions.

Children’s
Division

Children’s Division

The Children’s Division (ages 4 and up) offers an introduction to the art of ballet by promoting the exploration of creativity and expression through movement. Once students complete this Division, they will have knowledge of basic barre and center work.
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Lower
Division

Lower Division

The Lower Division (ages 8 and up) starts our formal training in traditional classical ballet. The syllabus progresses at a rate that allows the student to learn the exercises correctly and with full physicality.
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Upper
Division

Upper Division

For the Upper Division, students meet 4-6 times a week. Students are introduced to a wider variety of classes, including Pointe, Variations, Pas de Deux, Modern, Flamenco, Men’s class and Conditioning.
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Professional Program

Upper Division Professional Program

For the Professional Program (PP), students must possess the determination and required technical ability to commit to serious ballet training. The Professional Program is designed to prepare students for a career in dance, and provide training of the highest artistic standards.
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The Dance Days of Summer

Our summer programs are a wonderful opportunity for students to continue their ballet training with internationally renowned instructors. Ranging from children’s to upper division classes, each summer program significantly advances each student’s abilities for the coming school year. 

The Dance Days of Summer

FAQ

The School of Ballet Arizona (SBAZ) offers programs for ages 4-20. We offer children’s classes, lower and upper division programs, and Pre-Professional programs. The School of Ballet Arizona accepts international students for Upper Division Pre-Professional levels and Studio Company positions.

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Children’s and Lower Division
(for students from 4 – 12 years old)

Upper Division
(for dedicated students from 12 – 20 years old)

All classes are be held at our beautiful facility at 2835 E. Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85034.

International Students
The School of Ballet Arizona is pleased to offer international students consideration to our Professional Program and Studio Company.

This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.

Audition fee is $40 per student. Please arrive 15 minutes before your student’s scheduled audition class.

All classes are be held at our beautiful facility at 2835 E. Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85034.

Process after registering for an audition:

  1. Audition class or open audition
  2. Decision letter
  3. If accepted, link to registration

Children’s and Lower Division

For students ages 4-8. If the student does not have dancewear, they may take this audition class in shorts (no denim) or leggings, a t-shirt and socks. Female students are to have their hair in a bun, neat and off the face.

For students ages 9 – 12. They should wear standard ballet attire (Black leotard, light pink tights and pink leather ballet slippers for ladies) Female students are to have their hair in a bun, neat and off the face.

Upper Division

For dedicated students ages 12 – 20 years old. We ask that students wear standard ballet attire (Black leotard, light pink tights and bring pointe shoes if applicable for ladies. Dance tights, fitted tee, and white ballet shoes for gentlemen.) Female students are to have their hair in a bun, neat and off the face.

International Students

The School of Ballet Arizona is pleased to offer international students consideration to our Professional Program and Studio Company.

For video submissions: Please email the School for specific instructions at school@balletaz.org. There is a $35.00 audition fee for video submissions. If wanting an in-person audition: please look to the Upper Division Section above.

If accepted, please email your request to begin the I-20 process.

This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.

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Without community support, our work would not be possible. To help us share the power of dance, please extend your generosity to The School of Ballet Arizona’s Annual Fund. 

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