V & T Dance offers a ballet curriculum for all levels of students and interest. Ballet is offered for students range from age 3 to adult. Instructors place students in their respective ballet levels based on a variety of factors. Advancement is contingent upon the technical ability, strength, and attendance of the student.

Introductory ballet for our youngest dancers – ages 3 to 5. Students are introduced to the technique and language of ballet in a fun and loving environment.

Ballet is offered for all levels of commitment and ability. Proper technique in a supportive environment is emphasized at all levels. Hours per week (all dance styles) are recommended as follows for those students with a strong commitment and desire to achieve the next level:

• Level 1, 2 & 3 – 2 hours per week
• Level 4 – 4 hours per week
• Level 5 & Junior Company – 10 hours per week
• Company – 15 hours per week

Our ballet training is complemented with stretch/conditioning, specific pre-pointe, pointe, variations, Pas de deux (Levels 4 & Company), as well as classes in Character and Contemporary. Private coaching and preparation for competitions such as Spotlight, YAGP and Prix de Lausanne is also available.

Pas de Deux is offered for Company only. Variations is offered for Level 5, Junior Company, and Company.

Contemporary dance allows the students to learn additional contemporary style moves to build their dance experience.

Students at all levels are encouraged to participate in the stretch/conditioning classes at their level. Stretch encourages students to learn how to warm up, cool down while stretching and strengthening their bodies.

Character dance is a subdivision of classical dance stylized representation of a traditional folk or national dance, mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music, which have been adapted for the theater.