ACADEMY

Classical Ballet of Mobile Academy

Superb classical training for dancers age 7 - 19

“She radiated joy and confidence and it was amazing to watch her share her love of ballet with others...thank you for everything you do for [our daughter] to grow in her love for ballet. We’ve seen her confidence bloom this past year and we are so grateful.”
— Stephanie Bradford, Ballet 4 Mother

FALL 2024 - 2025

The Academy is where students ages 7 - 19 begin learning the fundamentals of traditional classical ballet, including proper posture, placement, technique, and artistic expression. The Academy is the progression of dance education following Petite Dancer studies.

Both ladies AND gentlemen are called to the dance. Learn about our male danseurs’ Boys Ballet opportunities. And discover the benefits of dancing with Classical Ballet of Mobile.

Each Academy level features at least one “required” class each week to ensure commitment from students who could soon be cast in upcoming performances.

Class schedules are subject to change at any time.

ACADEMY CURRICULUM

  • Level 1: technique classes to foster a love of the classical art, establish a foundational recognition of basic ballet terminology, improve balance and dexterity, as well as self-discipline and respect

  • Level 2: technique classes to foster a love of the classical art, reinforce the foundational recognition of basic ballet terminology, discover the body’s center of rotation and balance, and solidify self-discipline and respect

  • Level 3: technique classes to reinforce the fundamentals of ballet along with a footwork-focused class to strengthen arches and ankles in preparation for pointe work in future dance training

  • Level 4: multiple technique and pointe classes to reinforce proper alignment, continued strengthening of the lower body, and command of the body on and off pointe

  • Level 5: multiple technique and pointe classes to propel dancers into a pre-professional mindset, encouraging auditioning for the Company.

RETURNING STUDENT

Returning students are invited to enroll through our Parent Portal. For specific questions about enrollment or uniforms, please contact academy@classicalballetmobile.org.

NEW STUDENT

Come dance with us! Tell us about your dancer and our Executive Director will personally respond to you with a recommendation for a placement class.

UNIFORMS

LEOTARDS, SKIRTS & MEN’S TUNICS: Classical Ballet of Mobile

The official provider of dance footwear: THE DANCE SHOP, 517 Holcombe Avenue, 36606, (251) 473-3623.

Please see further detailed information about class uniforms, hair, etc. under the Uniform Policy tab.

TUITION

Multi-class discounts are available on a sliding scale.

Dancers are required to provide 30 days’ notice in writing to withdraw from CBM enrollment.

See how affordable training with Classical Ballet can be: