Geeky Ballerina
artistry + technique
Which Division is Right For Me?
Complete Framework for Technical and Artistic Excellence
Our ballet curriculum is thoughtfully structured into four progressive divisions, each building naturally upon previous foundations. From joyful movement exploration through pre-professional excellence, every level integrates technical mastery with our pioneering approach to systematic artistry development. Our comprehensive pointe curriculum works in harmony with this progression, ensuring seamless advancement throughout your dancers' journey.
Pre-ballet & Ballet Foundations​
​​​Early childhood ballet education requires specialized expertise to create meaningful learning experiences that build genuine foundations rather than just entertaining young students. This systematic curriculum transforms the challenges of teaching ages 3-7 into structured success through developmentally appropriate progression and clear teaching frameworks.
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What makes this curriculum essential:
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Child development expertise - systematic approaches aligned with cognitive and physical development patterns
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Structured vocabulary introduction - age-appropriate ballet concepts that create real learning foundations
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Integrated artistry foundations - early introduction to systematic artistic elements appropriate for developing minds
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Complete implementation support - class themes, prop and sing-along suggestions, as well as developmental benchmarks
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This curriculum serves teachers who understand that effective early childhood instruction requires systematic methodology, not just enthusiasm!
Elementary Division
The Elementary Division establishes essential ballet foundations for ages 8+, from first formal concepts through pointe readiness. This comprehensive framework develops dancers who master both technical precision and artistic elements through our integrated approach.
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Level 1: Formal Ballet Foundations
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Systematic introduction to ballet vocabulary from barre through grand allegro
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Integrated artistry elements appropriate for beginning formal training
Level 2: Technical Development & Alignment
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Focused progression from 3rd to 5th position mastery
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Advanced muscle engagement and continued artistic development
Level 3: Control & Grace Development
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Develops aplomb and builds toward confident single pirouettes from 5th position
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Establishes pointe-readiness through systematic strength and sophisticated artistry integration
Transform beginning students into technically excellent, artistically aware dancers ready for advanced training.
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Adult and teen beginning dancers should start with Level 2.
Intermediate Division​
The Intermediate Division develops sophisticated technical control and artistic maturity for ages 11+. Each level systematically builds technical precision while integrating artistic elements that transform competent dancers into compelling performers.
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Level 4: Expanding Technical Vocabulary
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Introduces extensive new vocabulary while developing sophisticated movement quality through épaulement
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Integrated breath and musicality training that enhances technical execution
Level 5: Deepening Classical Awareness
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Develops anatomical understanding and strength for higher extensions
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Systematic artistry integration focusing on line and spatial awareness
Level 6: Refining Advanced Skills
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Masters aplomb through weight transfer and develops dynamic range in execution
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Sophisticated artistry development preparing for pre-professional training
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Develop dancers who combine technical excellence with sophisticated artistic awareness.
Advanced Division
The Advanced Division develops pre-professional excellence for dedicated dancers ages 14+. This elite curriculum transforms technical proficiency into artistic mastery through systematic integration of advanced technique with sophisticated performance quality.
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Level 7: Cultivating Performance Artistry
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Develops finesse in batterie and consistency in multiple pirouettes while maintaining technical excellence
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Systematic integration of advanced artistry elements throughout all movement
Level 8: Polishing Professional Excellence
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Masters the seamless combination of advanced technique with compelling artistic expression
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Systematic preparation for collegiate auditions and professional opportunities
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Prepare exceptional dancers for professional and collegiate success with systematic pre-professional training.
Pointe Division
The Pointe Division transforms technically prepared dancers into artists who celebrate the pinnacle of ballet training.
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Pointe Readiness Evaluation: Complete assessment protocol ensuring safe advancement to pointe work
Pointe Prep Class: Optional preparation level for younger dancers
Level 1: Establishing alignment en pointe
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Foundation skills: relevé mastery and platform stability
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Systematic introduction to pointe work at the barre
Level 2: Developing ankle stability
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Progressive balance challenges and single-foot stability
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Introduction to turning preparation
Level 3: Mastering turns en pointe
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Complete turning vocabulary and traveling combinations
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Advanced center work with refined musicality
Level 4: Achieving endurance for professional work
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Advanced stamina building and performance preparation
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Sophisticated combinations supporting artistic maturity
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Guide your technically prepared dancers to become pointe artists who celebrate the pinnacle of ballet training with our systematic approach!
