{"id":1897,"date":"2020-08-02T17:53:50","date_gmt":"2020-08-02T09:53:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cityballet.org\/school\/?page_id=1897"},"modified":"2026-07-10T10:06:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T02:06:26","slug":"children-and-pre-professional-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cityballet.org\/school\/intensives\/children-and-pre-professional-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Children and Pre‑Professional Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Children and Pre-Professional Programs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Pre-Ballet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ages: 4-5, preschool <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kinder-Ballet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

enrolled in kindergarten <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

This program is carefully designed for preschoolers and kindergartners. It specifically meets the developmental needs during these precious years. An emphasis is placed on musicality and coordination, and inspires the young student to fall in love with ballet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cost for the Pre\/Kinder Ballet Program is $165 per 10-week quarter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Young Dancers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students in first grade and up are placed into the appropriate level based on their age, maturity, and the expertise of each student. From beginner to pre-professional, each level introduces classes specific to the dancer’s development. From classical Ballet Technique, Turns and Allegro, Pre-Pointe<\/span> and Pointe, to specialty classes including Jazz, Contemporary Ballet, Conditioning, Variations, and Pas de Deux<\/span>, each introduced at the optimum time for each level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuition is based on a 10-week<\/span> quarter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ballet 1 Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Beginning Ballet – Academic grade 1st<\/sup> and up<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 hours per week
$295\/quarter
Savings $25\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ballet 2 Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Approx. 1-3 years ballet experience*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes Ballet Technique and Jazz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 hours per week
$420\/quarter
Savings $45\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ballet 3 Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Approx. 3-4 years ballet experience*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes Ballet Technique and Jazz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.75 hours per week
$645\/quarter
Savings $50\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ballet 4 Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pre-Pointe\/ Beginning Pointe
Approx. 4-5 years ballet experience*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes Ballet Technique and Pointe\/Pre-Pointe, Contemporary, and Conditioning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.5 hours per week
$815\/quarter
Savings $75\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ballet 5 Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Approx. 5-7 years ballet experience and 2 years pointe experience*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes Ballet Technique and Pointe, Variations, Contemporary, and Conditioning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 hours per week
$955\/quarter
Savings $85\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pre-Professional Ballet 6 Program<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Approx. 7+ years ballet experience and 3+ years pointe experience*<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes Ballet Technique and Pointe, Variations, Contemporary, Pas de Deux<\/span>, and Conditioning<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9 hours per week
$1025\/quarter
Savings $100\/quarter<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

*Please see Class Placement section below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Pre-Professional Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Pre-Professional Ballet 6 and Studio Company Programs have been created for students who are truly serious about their ballet training and may be considering pursuing a career as a ballet dancer. The students in these programs take classes on a daily basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ballet 6 curriculum includes Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Contemporary, Pas de Deux<\/span>, and Conditioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Studio Company curriculum includes Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Pas de Deux<\/span>, and Company Repertoire class<\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Studio Company Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The City Ballet of San Diego has a two year Studio Company Program for students selected from the Summer Intensive dancing at a pre-professional level. This program serves as a stepping stone from advanced student to professional dancer. A strong emphasis is placed on technical strength and artistry. As a part of their daily student program, Studio Company Members also take three company classes per week, and are often invited to dance with the City Ballet of San Diego in the corps de ballet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

$1400\/quarter
Some scholarships are available<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Performances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students of all ages enrolled in City Ballet classes have the opportunity to perform in City Ballet’s annual School Performance – part of City Ballet’s Family Ballet Presentations, each May. Additionally, all students age 6 and up have the opportunity to perform on stage with City Ballet’s professional company in our annual production of The Nutcracker. Please see the School Performances page for more information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Class Placement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The number of years of ballet and pointe experience suggested for each level are approximate. Each student is unique, and final level placement is determined by the teacher. Students are placed in an appropriate level at the teacher’s discretion.
City Ballet also offers a one-time class placement at no charge to any new student to City Ballet School, in which the instructor will evaluate the student and recommend an appropriate level and schedule. Please email the school at school@cityballet.org<\/a> to ask about scheduling a placement class.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dress Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A Dress Code is required for all levels in the Children and Pre-Professional Programs. All levels must wear the proper required color attire including leotards, tights, and ballet shoes. Please review the required dress code for each level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Review the Dress Code for each level<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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10-Week Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1st Quarter<\/strong>
August 17, 2026 to October 25, 202<\/span>6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2nd Quarter<\/strong>
October 26, 2026 to December 13, 202<\/span>6, and January 7 to 24, 202<\/span>7<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3rd Quarter<\/strong>
January 25, 2027 to April 4, 202<\/span>7<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4th Quarter<\/strong>
April 5, 2027 to June 13, 202<\/span>7<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Schedule, Registration, and Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The daily schedule for each level can be found in our Class Schedule in the link below. Please email the school for more information on choosing a custom schedule at each level. All of the leveled programs can have schedules adjusted to hourly rates to create a schedule that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downloadable 2026-27 Class Schedule coming soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuition:<\/strong> Please see prices above for each program level or refer to Class Schedule for Hourly Rates.
Yearly Registration Fee:<\/strong> $25
Installment Fee (for tuition over $500):<\/strong> $30
Returned Check Fee:<\/strong> $25
Payment Methods Accepted<\/strong>: Checks, Cash, Visa, and Mastercard<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STUDENT Registration 2026-27<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A Registration Form must be received prior to attending any class, including placement classes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Payment Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tuition is due and payable the first week of the quarter to avoid a 10% late fee. Fees are based on ten weeks per quarter. An installment payment schedule is available for tuitions over $500 per quarter. Missed classes due to holidays, illness, or vacations may be made up in an appropriate class within a quarter. There are no refunds, nor can classes be applied to subsequent quarter\u2019s tuition. It is necessary to notify the office if a class must be missed, changing a class schedule, or when discontinuing. All fees are due until the office is notified of any class being dropped. Classes may not be transferred to another person.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Download and return completed Registration Form to City Ballet School by mail, by fax, or by email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

P.O. Box 99072, San Diego CA 92169<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email: school@cityballet.org<\/a>
Please use PDF format when emailing forms. Thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fax: 858.272.8375<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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School Holidays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The School observes the following holidays and will be closed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Labor Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, September 7, 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thanksgiving Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, November 26, 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Christmas Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(No classes for 3 weeks)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

December 14, 2026 to January 3, 202<\/span>7<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, January 18, 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Easter<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, March 28, 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Memorial Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, May 31, 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Juneteenth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, June 19, 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Independence Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday July 4, 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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City Ballet of San Diego<\/span> adheres to San Diego<\/span> County’s Health and Human Services Agency health and safety protocols<\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact City Ballet School Office by email at school@cityballet.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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