Geeky Ballerina
artistry + technique
Which Division is Right For Me?
Complete Framework for Technical and Artistic Mastery
Our ballet curriculum is elegantly 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 refined artistry development. Our complete pointe curriculum harmonizes seamlessly with this progression, ensuring graceful advancement throughout your dancers' journey.
Pre-ballet & Ballet Foundations​
Early childhood ballet education demands specialized expertise to create meaningful learning experiences that cultivate genuine groundwork rather than mere entertainment. This refined curriculum transforms the complexities of teaching ages 3-7 into structured excellence through developmentally appropriate progression and sophisticated teaching frameworks.
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What makes this curriculum essential:
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Child development mastery: refined approaches aligned with cognitive and physical development patterns
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Structured vocabulary cultivation: age-appropriate ballet concepts that establish authentic learning architecture
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Integrated artistry foundations: thoughtful introduction to refined artistic elements appropriate for developing minds
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Complete implementation authority: class themes, prop and activity suggestions, plus developmental benchmarks
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This curriculum serves educators who understand that effective early childhood instruction requires sophisticated methodology, not merely enthusiasm!
Elementary Division
The Elementary Division establishes essential ballet architecture for ages 8+, from first formal concepts through pointe readiness. This refined framework cultivates 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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Refined 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 Excellence
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Focused progression from 3rd to 5th position excellence
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Advanced muscle engagement and continued artistic cultivation
Level 3: Control & Grace Mastery
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Cultivates aplomb and builds toward confident single pirouettes from 5th position
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Establishes pointe-readiness through refined strength and elegant artistry integration
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Transform beginning students into technically excellent, artistically sophisticated 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+. 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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Refined 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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Elegant artistry development preparing for pre-professional training
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Cultivate dancers who combine technical excellence with refined 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 refined 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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Elegant integration of advanced artistry elements throughout all movement
Level 8: Achieving Professional Excellence
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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​
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Prepare exceptional dancers for professional and collegiate success with refined 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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Methodical 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 dynamic traveling elements
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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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Cultivate pointe excellence through our refined methodology
