Classes
Crystal River Ballet School
"Dancers are the athletes of God"~Albert Einstein
STUDENTS MAY TAKE UNLIMITED CLASSES FOR $150.00/MO./PER STUDENT
DROP-IN CLASSES $18; ADULT PUNCH-PASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR AGES 18+ $150/10-CLASSES
- Registration Fee: $25.00 one-time, non-refundable for all new students.
- Tuition: Due the first of each month. NON-REFUNDABLE. $10.00 late fee will be assessed after the 15th of the month.
- Discounts: 15% family discount for families with more than one student enrolled.
- Scholarships: Some financial aid is available based on financial need.
- Make-up classes are available in cases if sickness, injury or family emergency. Classes must be made-up within 30 days of the date of the absence. You may make-up a missed class by attending another class of the same or a lower level.
- All classes have a minimum enrollment of 5 students and maximum enrollment of 12 students. Students are enrolled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Please see policies page for more information on the school’s policies and our dress code
Crystal River Ballet School, 0826 Hwy 133, Unit A, Carbondale, CO 81623 970/704-0114, www.crystalriverballet.com, Jeniptacek@aol.com
Class Desriptions: Lower School
The lower school provides instruction specifically tailored to the special needs of young developing students ages 3 to 7. Classes introduce students to skills necessary for classical ballet training, which begins at age 7+. Gentle discipline and encouragement are combined to nurture each child’s creativity. Terminology and the basics of technique are gradually introduced. Positive group relationships are encouraged.Creative Dance
Students must be 3 years old at the beginning of the session
Students must be 3 years old at the beginning of the session45 minute class once per week
45 minute class once per weekParents are encouraged to stay within a cell phone calls distance during class-time
Parents are encouraged to stay within a cell phone calls distance during class-timeSkills are learned in their most basic form to initiate the process of building a solid foundation helpful in the study of dance.
Skills are learned in their most basic form to initiate the process of building a solid foundation helpful in the study of dance. Pre-Ballet
Students must be 5 years old at the beginning of the session
Students must be 5 years old at the beginning of the session45 minute class once per week
45 minute class once per weekParents are encouraged to stay within a phone calls distance during class-time
Parents are encouraged to stay within a phone calls distance during class-timeSkills are learned in their most basic form to initiate the process of building a solid foundation helpful in the study of dance.
Skills are learned in their most basic form to initiate the process of building a solid foundation helpful in the study of dance.Concentration is on establishing developmental skills needed to execute dance steps.
Concentration is on establishing developmental skills needed to execute dance steps.Intro Ballet
Students must be 6 years old at the beginning of the session
55 minute class once per week
55 minute class once per weekParents are encouraged to stay within a phone calls distance during class-time
Parents are encouraged to stay within a phone calls distance during class-timeintroduce a proper understanding of basic ballet technique
introduce a proper understanding of basic ballet techniqueConcentration is on establishing developmental skills needed to execute dance steps.
Concentration is on establishing developmental skills needed to execute dance steps.Upper School
Upper school consists of students ages 8 to adults. To help students’ develop to their fullest potential as a dancer, students are placed according to their physical ability, level of commitment, attitude and technical achievement. Based on these factors, a student may be moved up or down a level during the year at the discretion of the instructor. Advancement is based on the above not on the age or number of years involved. Parents should encourage the students to commit themselves to the discipline involved in the art of ballet. They should be encouraged to pay close attention to their teachers, apply all corrections given in class to them or other students, and focus on what is expected of them in class.
Ballet 1
Beginners ages 7 and up; No previous training is required, and training before age 7 is not considered for placement.
Beginners ages 7 and up; No previous training is required, and training before age 7 is not considered for placement.1 hour class once per week
1 hour class once per weekBallet 2
1 hour classes 2 days a week required
1 hour classes 2 days a week requiredMust have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this levelThe purpose of levels 1 and 2 ballet is to introduce a proper understanding of basic ballet technique. Emphasis is placed on the discipline and classroom etiquette required of all upper school students. The students will be introduced to more complicated and demanding exercises than were given in the lower school. French ballet terminology is given. Class work begins at the barre and is given a set series of exercises to develop the muscles for proper placement. Simple conditioning is taught Centre combinations are kept simple and appropriate to develop technique, coordination, awareness of space, and sensitivity to music-all vital to their understanding of classical ballet
Ballet 3
1 hour classes 2 days a week required
1 hour classes 2 days a week requiredMust have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this levelPre-pointe/Beginning Pointe
Students in level 3 participate in pre-pointe or beginning pointe as they begin to learn ankle and foot strengthening exercises to prepare them for pointe-work that is introduced in level 4.
Ballet 4
1 1/4 to 1 ½ hour classes 3 days per week required
1 1/4 to 1 ½ hour classes 3 days per week requiredMust have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level1 pointe class required
1 pointe class requiredYear-round participation required; including summer sessions and intensives
Year-round participation required; including summer sessions and intensivesIn levels 3 and 4 more serious training begins. Because students will be introduced to more complicated and demanding exercises, more time involved is required to provide sufficient class time to ensure adequately strengthened muscles. More emphasis is placed on turn-out, lengthening of muscles, correct stance and more time is spent increasing balance on one leg. More attention is given to jumps through acquiring greater strength for increased elevation.
Ballet 5/6
1 ½ hour classes 4 days per week required
1 ½ hour classes 4 days per week requiredMust have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level1 pointe class/week required + ½ class en-pointe per week required
1 pointe class/week required + ½ class en-pointe per week requiredYear-round participation required; including summer sessions and intensives
Year-round participation required; including summer sessions and intensivesBallet 5/6 is the most advance level I offer at Crystal River Ballet School. Students at this level are challenged to work towards their own personal level of excellence. The combinations become more complicated and rhythms of music more varied. Pirouettes, adage, and advanced jumps are added to center combinations which increase stamina, balance and strength. Phrasing, movement dynamics and individual artistry are investigated to bring forth the uniqueness of the individual dancer.
Pointe
What can’t be done well in technique shoes is impossible to do well en pointe. Students are always eager to get their first pair of pointe shoes. Dancing en pointe is hard work and can only be attempted after having 3 to 5 years of consecutive training since age 8. Even then, not all students will be permitted to go en pointe. Eligibility is determined by the instructor. Each student is considered individually. I am concerned with providing the best training for all students and must be conscientious when it comes to placing students’ en pointe. Damage caused by attempting pointe work too early can result in life-long discomfort and deformity.
Adult Ballet
Students must be at least 12 years old at the beginning of the session
Students must be at least 12 years old at the beginning of the sessionNo previous training is required
No previous training is requiredAdults will be placed in the level best suited to their abilities
Adults will be placed in the level best suited to their abilitiesStructured for teen and adult students who wish to enjoy the artistry and movement of ballet.
Structured for teen and adult students who wish to enjoy the artistry and movement of ballet. Contemporary Jazz classes
Contemporary Jazz is a style of dance adapted to the popular music of today. Students learn to move energetically, in an age appropriate and wholesome way. The study of jazz gives students skills in another style of dance that will increase the dancer’s range of choreographic proficiency. Because the terminology used in teaching jazz is based on classical ballet, it is preferable for students to have a working foundation in ballet, but is not required until the intermediate level.
Level I
Students must be 8 years old at the beginning of the session
Students must be 8 years old at the beginning of the session1 hour class once per week
1 hour class once per weekLevel II
Students must be 11 years old at the beginning of the session
Students must be 11 years old at the beginning of the session1 hour class once per week
1 hour class once per weekLevel III
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level
Must have completed requirements as determined by the instructor to be placed in this level1 hour class once per week
1 hour class once per weekEnrollment in ballet class required
Enrollment in ballet class requiredCLASSAGEDAYTIMEmonthly TUITION
AGEDAYTIMEmonthly TUITIONCreative Dance3 to 4 Monday 4:00-4:45 $60
3 to 4 Monday 4:00-4:45 $60ORWednesday 11:00-11:45 Pre Ballet 4 1/2 to 5Thursday 4:00-4:45 $60
4 1/2 to 5Thursday 4:00-4:45 $60Saturday9:00 - 9:45 Intro Ballet 6 to 7Tuesday4:00-4:45 $60
6 to 7Tuesday4:00-4:45 $60Adult Beginning Ballet 12 + Monday5:00-5:55 $65
Monday5:00-5:55 $65Level 1 Ballet 8 and up Monday 5:00-5:55$65
8 and up Monday 5:00-5:55$65Level 2 Ballet*placementTue & Thur 5:00-5:55 $120
placementTue & Thur 5:00-5:55 $120*2 days/wk requiredLevel 3 Ballet*placementTue & Thur 6:00-7:15 $135
placementTue & Thur 6:00-7:15 $135*2 days/wk requiredLevel 4 Ballet*placement Mon & Wed6:00-7:30 $150
placement Mon & Wed6:00-7:30 $150Beginning Pointe Sat10:00-11:30*3 days/wk requiredLevel 5 & 6 Ballet*placementMon, Wed & Thur 6:00-7:30 $150
placementMon, Wed & Thur 6:00-7:30 $150Intermediate PointeSat 10:00-11:30*4 days/wk requiredContemporary Jazz I 8 & up Wednesday 4:00-4:55 $65
8 & up Wednesday 4:00-4:55 $65Contemporary Jazz II 11 & up Wednesday 5:00-5:55 $65
Wednesday 5:00-5:55 $65Contemporary Jazz III* placementSaturday 11:30-12:30$65
Saturday 11:30-12:30$65*enrollment in ballet class required at this levelDrop-in classes $20; Registration for NEW students $25
Unlimited class fee for levels 3 and above is $150/month
Schedule subject to change
Class Schedule Fall/Winter/Spring 2010-2011~fall classes start Sept 7th!
See our SUMMER schedule
