Geeky Ballerina
artistry + technique
Which Division is Right For Me?
Progressive divisions that build confident, expressive dancers
Each division creates natural stepping stones from joyful movement exploration to pre-professional excellence.
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What makes this different:
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Technical mastery integrated with sophisticated artistry development
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Clear progression that eliminates guesswork
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Pointe curriculum that harmonizes seamlessly with technical training
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Elegant frameworks that preserve joy while building excellence
Find your dancers' perfect starting point below.
Pre-ballet & Ballet Foundations​
Early childhood ballet education requires specialized expertise to create meaningful learning that builds genuine foundations, not mere entertainment.
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This sophisticated curriculum transforms the complexities of teaching ages 3-7 into elegant frameworks through developmentally appropriate progression.
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What makes this curriculum distinctive:
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Child development mastery - refined approaches aligned with cognitive and physical development
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Structured vocabulary cultivation - age-appropriate concepts that establish authentic foundations
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Integrated artistry development - thoughtful introduction to artistic elements for developing minds
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Complete implementation guidance - class themes, activities, and developmental benchmarks
This curriculum serves educators who understand that effective early childhood instruction requires sophisticated methodology, not merely enthusiasm!
Elementary Division
The Elementary Division establishes foundational ballet architecture for ages 8+, from first formal concepts through pointe readiness.
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This sophisticated framework develops dancers who master both technical precision and artistic expression through integrated training.
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Level 1: Formal Ballet Foundations
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Introduction to foundational ballet vocabulary from barre through grand allegro
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Integrated artistry elements appropriate for beginning formal training
Level 2: Technical Development & Alignment Excellence
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Focused progression from 3rd to 5th position mastery
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More challenging muscle engagement with continued artistic development
Level 3: Control & Grace Refinement
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Develops aplomb and builds toward confident single pirouettes from 5th position
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Establishes pointe-readiness through refined strength and elegant artistry
​Beginning students become technically proficient, artistically sensitive dancers prepared for intermediate training.
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Adult and teen beginning dancers should begin with Level 2.
Intermediate Division​
The Intermediate Division cultivates refined technical control and artistic maturity for ages 11+.
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Each level builds technical precision while integrating artistic elements that transform competent dancers into compelling performers.
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Level 4: Movement Quality Refinement
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Introduces épaulement to develop sophisticated movement coordination
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Integrated breath training that enhances technical execution
Level 5: Classical Awareness Development
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Builds anatomical understanding and strength for higher extensions
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Refined artistry integration focusing on line and spatial awareness
Level 6: Performance Presence Cultivation
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Masters aplomb through weight transfer and develops dynamic range in execution
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Elegant artistry growth preparing for pre-professional training
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Students become technically accomplished, artistically aware dancers prepared for advanced training.
Advanced Division
The Advanced Division develops pre-professional excellence for dedicated dancers ages 14+.
This sophisticated curriculum transforms technical proficiency into artistic mastery through refined integration of advanced technique with compelling performance quality.
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Level 7: Performance Artistry Cultivation
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Develops finesse in batterie and consistency in multiple pirouettes while maintaining technical excellence
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Sophisticated integration of advanced artistry elements throughout all movement
Level 8: Professional Transition Preparation
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Masters the seamless combination of advanced technique with compelling artistic expression
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Comprehensive preparation for collegiate auditions and professional opportunities
Students become technically exceptional, artistically sophisticated dancers prepared for professional and collegiate success.
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: Alignment Establishment en Pointe
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Foundation skills: relevé mastery and platform stability
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Methodical introduction to pointe work at the barre
Level 2: Ankle Stability Development
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Progressive balance challenges and single-foot stability
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Introduction to simple turns
Level 3: Turning Mastery en Pointe
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Complete turning vocabulary and dynamic traveling elements
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Advanced center work with refined musicality
Level 4: Professional Intensity Preparation
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Advanced stamina building and performance preparation
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Sophisticated combinations supporting artistic maturity
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Students become technically masterful, artistically expressive pointe dancers prepared for professional performance demands.
