Classes
The Triangle Youth Ballet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit ballet repertory company with a school, training dancers from age three to adult.
Registration for 2024-25 classes will open April 1st.
Stage One:
Children's Program
Dancers in Stage One have class once a week and are placed in levels according to their age in September.
No previous experience is needed to enroll at any level.
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Classes are focused on:
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Developing gross motor skills
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Basic strengthening and stretching
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Musicality
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Learning ballet class structure
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Storytelling through movement
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Fun!
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Our program is based on a 36-week academic year.
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We assume you will continue UNLESS and until you notify us of withdrawal.
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Stage 1A: 3 year-olds
Stage 1B: 4 year-olds
Stage 1C: 5 year-olds
Stage 1D: 6 year-olds
Stage 1E: 7 year-olds
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Stage Two:
Beginning Ballet
This stage is designed to lay the foundation for developing future ballet technique. For Stage 2 level A, a dancer needs to be at least 8 years old; no previous experience is necessary. For Stage 2 level B, dancers must have completed level A or its equivalent.
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In Stage Two, we focus on understanding correct posture and alignment, which allows for greater balance and controlled movement later. More complex rhythms are introduced to develop musicality and coordination. The ballet vocabulary grows as we stress using correct terminology.
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In Stage Two, dancers are invited to include the optional Extended Study Package. This class exposes students to the techniques of different styles in a choreographic format. Techniques include jazz, contemporary, theatre dance and/or character dance.
Stage Two classes meet twice a week.
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Our program is based on a 36-week academic year.
The assumption is that you will continue UNLESS and until you notify us of withdrawal.
Stage Three:
Intermediate Ballet
Dancers in Stage Three have a 90-minute class twice a week and must be at least 10 in September 2021.
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After completing Stage Two or its equivalent, the classes expand to 90 minutes, and the Extended Study Package options increase. The three levels within this stage continue to build on the basics with an emphasis on developing strength and flexibility. Students become acquainted with a wider variety of steps and positions and enchainment (combinations) have increased difficulty.
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In Stage Three, dancers are invited to include the optional Extended Study Package. This class exposes students to the techniques of different styles in a choreographic format. Techniques include jazz, contemporary, theatre dance and/or character dance.
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Stage Three classes meet twice a week.
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Our program is based on a 36-week academic year.
The assumption is that you will continue UNLESS and until you notify us of withdrawal.
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Advanced Ballet
Dancers at Advanced Ballet Levels should be dancing at least three times per week.
Moving through these next levels requires the student to have a good understanding and execution of the basic technical principles taught in the previous stage.
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A high level of accomplishment and competency is expected. Dancers should be comfortable with the mastery of all previously learned steps. A strong ballet foundation is required and dancers should perform confidently and with aplomb.
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Our program is based on a 36-week academic year.
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The assumption is that you will continue UNLESS and until you notify us of withdrawal.
Classes for Adults
Whether you are coming back to ballet after time away or starting from scratch, our adult ballet program is a fun, anatomy-based way to meet your fitness goals.
At TYB we pay particular attention to alignment, joint health, and proper muscle engagement to avoid injury and build balanced, full-body strength.
We strive for a judgment-free, open, and friendly class dynamic where questions are welcome and limits are always respected.
Performance opportunities for interested adults are also provided. We hope to see you in class soon!
Modern & Musical Theater, Jazz, and Drama
Musical Theatre
Fun for kids and adults! With faculty member Katie Moorehead.
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Modern
Call on your classical ballet technique as you set your head, spine, and pelvis free. All levels provide an overview of various modern techniques (including Limon, Horton, and Graham), with an emphasis on choreography, musicality, and expressiveness.
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Drama
Get creative with Ellin Porterfield. No experience necessary. Let's use our imaginations to create our own characters, stories, and more! See schedule for more information.
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Jazz
Unleash your sassy side with a full body warm up and high-energy choreography. Intermediate to advanced.
Dress Code
We require appropriate legwear and shoes, as well as neat and tidy hair.
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During the academic year, please adhere to our school dress code.
