2023-2024 Pre-Pro Co Season
Company: “Sol” Ballet Learning Group
6 spots left
The Sol learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Sol students should also enroll in ONE of the masterclasses for this scheduling/tuition option: Wednesday 5:30-7:00 or Friday 4:45-6:30 (Can also attend PBT 4:00-4:45 on Friday included in tuition.)
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 classes of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
— 2 Tickets to the Spring 2024 Recital
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
6 spots left
The Sol learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Sol students should also enroll in ONE of the masterclasses for this scheduling/tuition option: Wednesday 5:30-7:00 or Friday 4:45-6:30 (Can also attend PBT 4:00-4:45 on Friday included in tuition.)
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 classes of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
— 2 Tickets to the Spring 2024 Recital
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
M 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Tu 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Tu 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Fa, Sol & RAS Masterclass (Wed)
11 spots left
This masterclass is for levels Fa, Sol, & RAs. Please see your learning group’s requirements when deciding if you need to take this masterclass or not.
(Tuition is set at $0.00 for the masterclass because tuition is factored into the learning groups’ s scheduling options and tuition.)
If dropping in for this class, the fee is $25.00 per class.
11 spots left
This masterclass is for levels Fa, Sol, & RAs. Please see your learning group’s requirements when deciding if you need to take this masterclass or not.
(Tuition is set at $0.00 for the masterclass because tuition is factored into the learning groups’ s scheduling options and tuition.)
If dropping in for this class, the fee is $25.00 per class.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Company: “Mi” Ballet Learning Group
5 spots left
The “Mi” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 classes of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
5 spots left
The “Mi” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 classes of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
M 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
W 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
W 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Company: “Fa” Ballet Learning Group
The “Fa” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Fa students should also enroll in ONE of the masterclasses:
Wednesday 5:30-7:00 or Friday 4:45-6:30
(Can also attend PBT 4:00-4:45 on Friday included in tuition.)
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
— 2 Tickets to the Spring 2024 Recital
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
The “Fa” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Fa students should also enroll in ONE of the masterclasses:
Wednesday 5:30-7:00 or Friday 4:45-6:30
(Can also attend PBT 4:00-4:45 on Friday included in tuition.)
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
— 2 Tickets to the Spring 2024 Recital
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
M 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Th 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Th 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Company: “Do” Ballet Learning Group
12 spots left
The Do class is the 1st level of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 hours of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
12 spots left
The Do class is the 1st level of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 hours of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
M 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Th 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Th 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Company: “Re” Ballet Learning Group
3 spots left
The Do class is the 1st level of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 hours of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
3 spots left
The Do class is the 1st level of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. This program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—2 hours of exclusive company ballet classes per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with guest instructors visiting BSFAS
Tu 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Th 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Th 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Mi+, Fa, Sol, & RAS Masterclass (Friday)
3 spots left
This masterclass is for levels Mi+, Fa, Sol, & RAs to take as an option in addition to their level-specific classes. Please see your learning group’s requirements when deciding if you need to enroll in this masterclass or not.
(Tuition is set at $0.00 for the masterclass because tuition is factored into the learning groups’ s scheduling options and tuition.)
If dropping in for this class, the fee is $25.00.
3 spots left
This masterclass is for levels Mi+, Fa, Sol, & RAs to take as an option in addition to their level-specific classes. Please see your learning group’s requirements when deciding if you need to enroll in this masterclass or not.
(Tuition is set at $0.00 for the masterclass because tuition is factored into the learning groups’ s scheduling options and tuition.)
If dropping in for this class, the fee is $25.00.
Friday
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Resident Artists 2023-2024
2 spots left
This class is for communication/billing purposes for our Resident Artists. They are not required to officially enroll in any of the other classes as they may take as many as they desire! Resident Artists will meet on Fridays from 6:30-7:30 for education or rehearsal.
2 spots left
This class is for communication/billing purposes for our Resident Artists. They are not required to officially enroll in any of the other classes as they may take as many as they desire! Resident Artists will meet on Fridays from 6:30-7:30 for education or rehearsal.
Friday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Company: “Mi+” Ballet Learning Group
8 spots left
The “Mi+” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. Mi+ is differentiated from Mi, as these students are working en pointe.
The Pre-Professional Program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
The class schedule for this option is:
Tuesday Mi+ class from 5:30-7:00
Tuesday Eleve class from 7:00-8:00
Wednesday Mi+ class from 4:00-5:30 PM
Friday PBT class 4:00-4:45 (Optional. Included in tuition)
Friday Masterclass 4:45-6:30
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 exclusive company ballet classes per week
—1 Eleve Class per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Participation in workshops and classes during career week in January 2024
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with visiting guest instructors
8 spots left
The “Mi+” learning group is part of the pre-professional dance program for students that are serious about their dance training. Mi+ is differentiated from Mi, as these students are working en pointe.
The Pre-Professional Program is a commitment from August 2023-May 2024. Agreeing to and abiding by the Pre-Professional Company Handbook for the season is required as a member of the company.
The class schedule for this option is:
Tuesday Mi+ class from 5:30-7:00
Tuesday Eleve class from 7:00-8:00
Wednesday Mi+ class from 4:00-5:30 PM
Friday PBT class 4:00-4:45 (Optional. Included in tuition)
Friday Masterclass 4:45-6:30
Tuition for the 2023-2024 season includes:
—3 exclusive company ballet classes per week
—1 Eleve Class per week
—Rehearsals outside of class time
—A private hour-long lesson during the summer of 2024
—Registration fee for spring 2024
—Ballet costume for spring 2024 recital
—Headshot and arabesque photo during career week
—Participation in workshops and classes during career week in January 2024
—Working with instructors certified in Progressing Ballet Technique
—Opportunities to take classes with visiting guest instructors
Tu 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
W 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
F 4:45 PM-6:30 PM
W 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
F 4:45 PM-6:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Private & Group Musical Instruments
Lessons with Adrian Tellez
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Adrian Tellez. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Adrian Tellez. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Lessons with Allana Bogan
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Allana Bogdan. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Allana Bogdan. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Lessons with Hannah Zaborski
17 spots left
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Hannah Zaborski. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
17 spots left
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Hannah Zaborski. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Music Room-Downstairs Upright Piano
BSFAS
BSFAS
Lessons with Hayley Havener
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Hayley Havener. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Hayley Havener. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Lessons with Jessica Pytel
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Jessica Pytel. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Jessica Pytel. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Lessons with Malika Brower
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Malika Brower. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Malika Brower. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Lessons with Rebekah Proshek
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Rebekah Proshek. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
Register for this section if you are taking lessons with Rebekah Proshek. Ignore the listed “class times.” Please do not register until you have contacted us and coordinated a lesson time. If you are a new student interested in lessons, please email office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Tuition statements will be available online approximately 1 week prior to the Tuition Installment due date on the 28th of each month. Please see the Tuition Policy document for more details on how BSFAS handles tuition.
8:00 AM to 8:00 AM
BSFAS
Da Capo (Adult String Ensemble)
5 spots left
String ensemble for teen and adult musicians with intermediate to advanced experience on their instrument. Please contact us if you have questions about this ensemble.
If you’re interested in the class email us at office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
5 spots left
String ensemble for teen and adult musicians with intermediate to advanced experience on their instrument. Please contact us if you have questions about this ensemble.
If you’re interested in the class email us at office@blackswampfineartsschool.com
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Music Room-Downstairs Suite 4
BSFAS
BSFAS
Spring 2024 Early Childhood Classes (0-7)
Green Tap
6 spots left
This class provides an introduction to tap for our youngest students. Dancers will learn introductory tap steps, whole body balance and coordination, and learning to isolate toes and heels. Concurrent enrollment in M&M or Foundations is highly recommended.
WHO: Ages 5-6
WHAT: Dancers will learn and practice introductory tap steps such as shuffles, flaps, ball changes, marching, and walking toe-heel and heel-toe patterns. Rhythm patterns will be echoed and explored with multiple levels of body percussion. Using kid-friendly music, students will experience short choreography sequences.
WEAR: athleticwear and tap shoes
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
6 spots left
This class provides an introduction to tap for our youngest students. Dancers will learn introductory tap steps, whole body balance and coordination, and learning to isolate toes and heels. Concurrent enrollment in M&M or Foundations is highly recommended.
WHO: Ages 5-6
WHAT: Dancers will learn and practice introductory tap steps such as shuffles, flaps, ball changes, marching, and walking toe-heel and heel-toe patterns. Rhythm patterns will be echoed and explored with multiple levels of body percussion. Using kid-friendly music, students will experience short choreography sequences.
WEAR: athleticwear and tap shoes
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Foundations
5 spots left
Students in this class will strengthen and sharpen their music and movement skills with focus and intentionality.
WHO: Typically around age 6. Placement in this class is by teacher recommendation only. Children are well suited for this class when they can demonstrate competence in the music and movement skills taught in M&M. Children have the most success in this class when they are confident in their right vs. left, demonstrate cross lateral ability, can snap their fingers, are eager to concentrate, listen to and follow directions.
WHAT: Half of class time will use Progressing Ballet Technique curriculum to develop three concepts which are vital to all styles of dance: 1. Core stability 2. Weight placement 3. Alignment. Introductory ballet positions and steps will also be learned. Using Orff and Eurythmics methodologies, the other half of class time will focus on connecting body movements to music. Games from various cultures will also be utilized.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time
6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024 and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
5 spots left
Students in this class will strengthen and sharpen their music and movement skills with focus and intentionality.
WHO: Typically around age 6. Placement in this class is by teacher recommendation only. Children are well suited for this class when they can demonstrate competence in the music and movement skills taught in M&M. Children have the most success in this class when they are confident in their right vs. left, demonstrate cross lateral ability, can snap their fingers, are eager to concentrate, listen to and follow directions.
WHAT: Half of class time will use Progressing Ballet Technique curriculum to develop three concepts which are vital to all styles of dance: 1. Core stability 2. Weight placement 3. Alignment. Introductory ballet positions and steps will also be learned. Using Orff and Eurythmics methodologies, the other half of class time will focus on connecting body movements to music. Games from various cultures will also be utilized.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time
6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024 and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Music & Movement
8 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is a progress meeting with the Early Childhood Director and 2 tickets to Masha & the Nutcracker for Early Childhood Show on December 16th,
8 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is a progress meeting with the Early Childhood Director and 2 tickets to Masha & the Nutcracker for Early Childhood Show on December 16th,
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Music & Movement
12 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
12 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
Thursday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Baby/Toddler & Me
3 spots left
This class will enable families to learn songs and rhymes that nurture a sense of wonder and a love of music for a lifetime. At the beginning of each class is an optional 15 minute opportunity for child and parent to explore instruments, movement props, and to socialize. Community and music go hand in hand! Then there are 30 minutes of structured activity for child-adult participation. Words for songs and rhymes are shared so the fun can continue at home.
WHO: Age birth through 3 years. Children are well suited for this class if they have a willing adult (parent, caregiver, grandparent, etc) to participate with them. With enough enrollment, the Baby/Toddler class is split into two separate classes based on gross motor development.
WHAT: Activities and music are chosen and presented using proven, research-backed methods of early child development and music education pedagogy.
WEAR: comfortable clothing; no street shoes allowed; barefoot is best
3 spots left
This class will enable families to learn songs and rhymes that nurture a sense of wonder and a love of music for a lifetime. At the beginning of each class is an optional 15 minute opportunity for child and parent to explore instruments, movement props, and to socialize. Community and music go hand in hand! Then there are 30 minutes of structured activity for child-adult participation. Words for songs and rhymes are shared so the fun can continue at home.
WHO: Age birth through 3 years. Children are well suited for this class if they have a willing adult (parent, caregiver, grandparent, etc) to participate with them. With enough enrollment, the Baby/Toddler class is split into two separate classes based on gross motor development.
WHAT: Activities and music are chosen and presented using proven, research-backed methods of early child development and music education pedagogy.
WEAR: comfortable clothing; no street shoes allowed; barefoot is best
Thursday
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Baby/Toddler & Me
5 spots left
This class will enable families to learn songs and rhymes that nurture a sense of wonder and a love of music for a lifetime. At the beginning of each class is an optional 15 minute opportunity for child and parent to explore instruments, movement props, and to socialize. Community and music go hand in hand! Then there are 30 minutes of structured activity for child-adult participation. Words for songs and rhymes are shared so the fun can continue at home.
WHO: Age birth through 3 years. Children are well suited for this class if they have a willing adult (parent, caregiver, grandparent, etc) to participate with them. With enough enrollment, the Baby/Toddler class is split into two separate classes based on gross motor development.
WHAT: Activities and music are chosen and presented using proven, research-backed methods of early child development and music education pedagogy.
WEAR: comfortable clothing; no street shoes allowed; barefoot is best
5 spots left
This class will enable families to learn songs and rhymes that nurture a sense of wonder and a love of music for a lifetime. At the beginning of each class is an optional 15 minute opportunity for child and parent to explore instruments, movement props, and to socialize. Community and music go hand in hand! Then there are 30 minutes of structured activity for child-adult participation. Words for songs and rhymes are shared so the fun can continue at home.
WHO: Age birth through 3 years. Children are well suited for this class if they have a willing adult (parent, caregiver, grandparent, etc) to participate with them. With enough enrollment, the Baby/Toddler class is split into two separate classes based on gross motor development.
WHAT: Activities and music are chosen and presented using proven, research-backed methods of early child development and music education pedagogy.
WEAR: comfortable clothing; no street shoes allowed; barefoot is best
Thursday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Music & Movement
7 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
7 spots left
Through the integration of the music and movement innate in all children, “M&M” classes provide a structured opportunity to explore various concepts without a caregiver present. Using research-backed practices, boys and girls alike will build motor skills, musical skills, and self-awareness in a positive, encouraging environment.
WHO: Ages 3-6 years. Children are well suited for this class if they are comfortable being in a new environment with new people; however transitional nerves are to be expected. Caregivers are expected to be in the building during class should bathroom or emotional assistance be needed.
WHAT: We use the Discover Dance curriculum to develop the movement elements of Place, Level, Energy, Weight, Body Parts, Pathways, Lines, Size, Directions, Speed, Body Shapes, and Relationships. We use the Orff and Feierabend approaches to develop the musical elements of steady beat, rhythm, vocalization, form, expression, and composition.
WEAR: activewear; bare feet are best; traditional dance attire is allowed but not encouraged.
Included in tuition is: Weekly class time, 6 complimentary tickets to the Early Childhood Show & TellCase on Saturday May 18th, 2024, and 2 complimentary tickets to Madeline on May 25th, 2024.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Spring 2024 Enrichment Program
Pre-Pointe
6 spots left
Pre-Pointe is intended to help prepare students for dancing en-pointe. Students are required to purchase Lisa Howell's Perfect Pointe book which can be purchased on the Ballet Blog website or Amazon. We will work through and use this book in class.
Pre-Pointe students also are required to purchase pre-pointe shoes at Dancer's Pointe in Perrysburg, OH. If your student's feet are too small, technique shoes are appropriate for class.The teacher will go through sewing these shoes in class.
This class will for 17 weeks with a start date of January 22nd so as to not interfere with Career week classes & workshops.
6 spots left
Pre-Pointe is intended to help prepare students for dancing en-pointe. Students are required to purchase Lisa Howell's Perfect Pointe book which can be purchased on the Ballet Blog website or Amazon. We will work through and use this book in class.
Pre-Pointe students also are required to purchase pre-pointe shoes at Dancer's Pointe in Perrysburg, OH. If your student's feet are too small, technique shoes are appropriate for class.The teacher will go through sewing these shoes in class.
This class will for 17 weeks with a start date of January 22nd so as to not interfere with Career week classes & workshops.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Tap (Monday)
3 spots left
Students learn basic tap vocabulary and technique. This class helps students build musicality while exploring new rhythms and steps.
3 spots left
Students learn basic tap vocabulary and technique. This class helps students build musicality while exploring new rhythms and steps.
Monday
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Intro to Cross Training
4 spots left
This class will equip each dancer to learn to safely cross train while creating and maintaining a healthy view of exercise which will last even after they retire from dancing. Students will learn to work based on how their body feels, rather than just how it looks. Training will include light to medium weight lifting, resistance training, jumping, lunging and much more!
This class meets for 17 weeks instead of 18 weeks so as to not interfere with Career Week. Start date is Monday, January 22nd.
4 spots left
This class will equip each dancer to learn to safely cross train while creating and maintaining a healthy view of exercise which will last even after they retire from dancing. Students will learn to work based on how their body feels, rather than just how it looks. Training will include light to medium weight lifting, resistance training, jumping, lunging and much more!
This class meets for 17 weeks instead of 18 weeks so as to not interfere with Career Week. Start date is Monday, January 22nd.
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Adult Ballet—Barre & Center
2 spots left
Experienced and inexperienced students alike will enjoy learning the fundamentals of ballet technique, stretching, and participating in cardio exercises. Combinations will be learned at the barre and center. Emphasis is placed on learning anatomy and the origination of movements in order to dance safely and effectively. Grab a buddy and have some fun! Ballet attire is optional. However, dance shoes are encouraged.
Enroll in the class “Adult Ballet—Across the Floor” for an extended 30 minutes working on combinations across the floor—a great option for more advanced students!
2 spots left
Experienced and inexperienced students alike will enjoy learning the fundamentals of ballet technique, stretching, and participating in cardio exercises. Combinations will be learned at the barre and center. Emphasis is placed on learning anatomy and the origination of movements in order to dance safely and effectively. Grab a buddy and have some fun! Ballet attire is optional. However, dance shoes are encouraged.
Enroll in the class “Adult Ballet—Across the Floor” for an extended 30 minutes working on combinations across the floor—a great option for more advanced students!
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Adult Ballet—Across the Floor
7 spots left
This class is an extension of the “Adult Ballet Barre” class from 7:00-8:00 PM. During this extended portion of the class students will increase their familiarly and skills going “across the floor!” In addition, students may opt to learn a dance to perform in the recital on May 25th.
Enroll in the class “Adult Ballet Barre” for the full barre, center, and across the floor class. This class should not be taken alone as it will not involve a warm-up.
7 spots left
This class is an extension of the “Adult Ballet Barre” class from 7:00-8:00 PM. During this extended portion of the class students will increase their familiarly and skills going “across the floor!” In addition, students may opt to learn a dance to perform in the recital on May 25th.
Enroll in the class “Adult Ballet Barre” for the full barre, center, and across the floor class. This class should not be taken alone as it will not involve a warm-up.
Monday
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Jazz
5 spots left
Jazz is a rhythmic style of dance, focusing on isolations, leaps, and turns. This class explores beginning jazz steps and technique utilizing different genres of music and encourages students to express their individuality through movement
5 spots left
Jazz is a rhythmic style of dance, focusing on isolations, leaps, and turns. This class explores beginning jazz steps and technique utilizing different genres of music and encourages students to express their individuality through movement
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Eleve-Pointe
19 spots left
This class is designed to prepare students for pointe work and to give current pointe students a boost in their pointe technique and confidence. Please do not sign up for this class unless you have been directed to enroll. Students will need pre-pointe or pointe shoes as directed by their instructor.
This class runs for 17 weeks and begins on January 22nd.
19 spots left
This class is designed to prepare students for pointe work and to give current pointe students a boost in their pointe technique and confidence. Please do not sign up for this class unless you have been directed to enroll. Students will need pre-pointe or pointe shoes as directed by their instructor.
This class runs for 17 weeks and begins on January 22nd.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Ballet (Tuesday)
8 spots left
In this class students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, steps and technique. Students will learn dance class etiquette as they dance at the barre, in the center, and across the room! Creativity is encouraged as students will explore movement through improvisation!
8 spots left
In this class students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, steps and technique. Students will learn dance class etiquette as they dance at the barre, in the center, and across the room! Creativity is encouraged as students will explore movement through improvisation!
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Orange Tap
1 spot left
This class works on strengthening and ankle control, introducing more advanced steps for tappers. Class time is spent exploring rhythm and musicality through choreography and improvisation. Previous tap experience is required.
1 spot left
This class works on strengthening and ankle control, introducing more advanced steps for tappers. Class time is spent exploring rhythm and musicality through choreography and improvisation. Previous tap experience is required.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom C
BSFAS
BSFAS
Red Jazz
7 spots left
Jazz is a rhythmic style of dance, focusing on isolations, leaps, and turns. This class explores jazz dancing across genres of music and encourages students to express their individuality through movement.
Experience: Advanced
7 spots left
Jazz is a rhythmic style of dance, focusing on isolations, leaps, and turns. This class explores jazz dancing across genres of music and encourages students to express their individuality through movement.
Experience: Advanced
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Red Tap
6 spots left
Tap is a dance style where the floor is struck by the shoe of the dancer to procure sounds while dancing—music with your feet! Special focus is put on ankle control, complex rhythms and sequences, and tap improvisation
Experience: Advanced
6 spots left
Tap is a dance style where the floor is struck by the shoe of the dancer to procure sounds while dancing—music with your feet! Special focus is put on ankle control, complex rhythms and sequences, and tap improvisation
Experience: Advanced
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Adult Tap
11 spots left
Experienced and inexperienced students alike will enjoy learning or re-learning to tap! Grab a buddy and have some fun! Tap shoes are required! Students may opt to perform in the spring dance recital.
11 spots left
Experienced and inexperienced students alike will enjoy learning or re-learning to tap! Grab a buddy and have some fun! Tap shoes are required! Students may opt to perform in the spring dance recital.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Red Modern
8 spots left
Students will learn the modern technique by Jose Limón. According to the Limón Institute, the technique "emphasizes the natural rhythms of fall and recovery and the interplay between weight and weightlessness to provide dancers with an organic approach to movement that easily adapts to a range of choreographic styles."
8 spots left
Students will learn the modern technique by Jose Limón. According to the Limón Institute, the technique "emphasizes the natural rhythms of fall and recovery and the interplay between weight and weightlessness to provide dancers with an organic approach to movement that easily adapts to a range of choreographic styles."
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Modern
6 spots left
Students will be introduced to the modern technique by Jose Limón. According to the Limón Institute, the technique "emphasizes the natural rhythms of fall and recovery and the interplay between weight and weightlessness to provide dancers with an organic approach to movement that easily adapts to a range of choreographic styles."
6 spots left
Students will be introduced to the modern technique by Jose Limón. According to the Limón Institute, the technique "emphasizes the natural rhythms of fall and recovery and the interplay between weight and weightlessness to provide dancers with an organic approach to movement that easily adapts to a range of choreographic styles."
Thursday
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Miriam Ministry
24 spots left
Miriam Ministry is a dance ministry and Bible study for dancers that would like to serve and minister in the community through the gift of dance. Students should be 7+ years old and enrolled in ballet during the same semester of participation. Each week students discuss their Bible study together, pray together, and learn dance repertoire to use at ministry outreaches.
There is no tuition charge for this class, but dancers must be currently studying ballet at BSFAS.
24 spots left
Miriam Ministry is a dance ministry and Bible study for dancers that would like to serve and minister in the community through the gift of dance. Students should be 7+ years old and enrolled in ballet during the same semester of participation. Each week students discuss their Bible study together, pray together, and learn dance repertoire to use at ministry outreaches.
There is no tuition charge for this class, but dancers must be currently studying ballet at BSFAS.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Progressing Ballet Technique
7 spots left
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative dance conditioning program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon for students to understand the depth of training muscle memory and the understanding of core stability, weight placement, and alignment. It is difficult for students to feel what muscles initiate the correct alignment in dance training, however, PBT gives the students a sense of posture and weight placement whilst feeling each correct muscle group. Each exercise has been developed with care and guidance from a team of physiotherapists.
Students will need to have the following items for class: an appropriately sized Exercise Ball and a (AKA: Swiss Ball or Fit Ball), Fusion Ball (AKA: Soft Stability Ball or Pilates Soft Ball)
Dress Code: BSFAS Ballet Dress Code
This class runs for 16 weeks with a start date of January 26th and the final date of May 17th.
7 spots left
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative dance conditioning program developed by Marie Walton-Mahon for students to understand the depth of training muscle memory and the understanding of core stability, weight placement, and alignment. It is difficult for students to feel what muscles initiate the correct alignment in dance training, however, PBT gives the students a sense of posture and weight placement whilst feeling each correct muscle group. Each exercise has been developed with care and guidance from a team of physiotherapists.
Students will need to have the following items for class: an appropriately sized Exercise Ball and a (AKA: Swiss Ball or Fit Ball), Fusion Ball (AKA: Soft Stability Ball or Pilates Soft Ball)
Dress Code: BSFAS Ballet Dress Code
This class runs for 16 weeks with a start date of January 26th and the final date of May 17th.
Friday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Tap (Friday)
6 spots left
Students learn basic tap vocabulary and technique. This class helps students build musicality while exploring new rhythms and steps.
6 spots left
Students learn basic tap vocabulary and technique. This class helps students build musicality while exploring new rhythms and steps.
Friday
4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Yellow Ballet (Friday)
5 spots left
In this class students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, steps and technique. Students will learn dance class etiquette as they dance at the barre, in the center, and across the room! Creativity is encouraged as students will explore movement through improvisation!
5 spots left
In this class students are introduced to basic ballet vocabulary, steps and technique. Students will learn dance class etiquette as they dance at the barre, in the center, and across the room! Creativity is encouraged as students will explore movement through improvisation!
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Red Ballet
10 spots left
Technique and musicality are emphasized. Students will work on intermediate barre work and movement exercises across the floor while expanding their ballet vocabulary and ability.
Experience: Intermediate
Advanced ballet students should reach out to us regarding the Pre-Professional Company Program
10 spots left
Technique and musicality are emphasized. Students will work on intermediate barre work and movement exercises across the floor while expanding their ballet vocabulary and ability.
Experience: Intermediate
Advanced ballet students should reach out to us regarding the Pre-Professional Company Program
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Classroom B
BSFAS
BSFAS
Pre-Professional Program Auditions
Ages 7-9 with 1-3 Years of Dance Training
13 spots left
MINIMUM AGE: 7
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 1 to 3 years of dance training who are interested in placement in the Pre-Professional Program at Black Swamp Fine Arts School.
WHAT TO EXPECT: For many of the students this may be their first or second audition experience. With our goal of being a positive and encouraging learning environment, the placement class will be a low pressure! The students will be guided through class by Miss Elyn while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear attire that they typically wear for ballet class.
Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise in case their student needs additional assurance as this is a new place for them.
13 spots left
MINIMUM AGE: 7
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 1 to 3 years of dance training who are interested in placement in the Pre-Professional Program at Black Swamp Fine Arts School.
WHAT TO EXPECT: For many of the students this may be their first or second audition experience. With our goal of being a positive and encouraging learning environment, the placement class will be a low pressure! The students will be guided through class by Miss Elyn while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear attire that they typically wear for ballet class.
Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise in case their student needs additional assurance as this is a new place for them.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Bowling Green Performing Arts Center
Ages 9+ with 3+ Years of Dance Training—No Pointe Work
14 spots left
MINIMUM AGE: 9
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For young ladies with 3+ years of dance training but who have not yet started dancing en pointe.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be guided through a ballet class by Miss Elyn while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
14 spots left
MINIMUM AGE: 9
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For young ladies with 3+ years of dance training but who have not yet started dancing en pointe.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be guided through a ballet class by Miss Elyn while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Bowling Green Performing Arts Center
Ages 11+ with Less than 1 Year of Pointe Work
17 spots left
MINIMUM AGES: 11
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with less than 1 year of pointe work.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be guided through a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
17 spots left
MINIMUM AGES: 11
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with less than 1 year of pointe work.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be guided through a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Bowling Green Performing Arts Center
Ages 11-13 with 1+ Full Years of Pointe Work
25 spots left
AGE RANGE: 11-13
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 1-3 years of pointe training
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be given a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
25 spots left
AGE RANGE: 11-13
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 1-3 years of pointe training
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be given a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Bowling Green Performing Arts Center
Age 13+ with 3+ Years of Pointe Work
15 spots left
AGE RANGE: 13+
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 3+ years of pointe training
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be given a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
15 spots left
AGE RANGE: 13+
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: For dancers with 3+ years of pointe training
WHAT TO EXPECT: The students will be given a ballet class by Miss Rose while the faculty team will be able to assess whether or not that will be a great fit in the program at this time. No preparation is required. Students may wear ballet class attire and long hair should be pulled back into a bun. Students should be prepared to wear their pointe shoes if determined by the faculty team. Parents of students that are new to BSFAS are encouraged to remain on the premise.
Saturday
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Bowling Green Performing Arts Center
Video Audition for Pre-Professional Program
4 spots left
Please submit audition videos by May 1st to dance@blackswampfineartsschool.com. A link to a YouTube video or a google drive work well! Extensions may be granted through communication with the artistic director.
Requirements: The audition video should include ballet barre, center, and across the floor exercises which accurately represent the dancer’s skillset. Maximum length of 20 minutes, please. Combinations at the barre may be filmed on one side, but center and across the floor exercises should show both sides. Students with 1-2 years of pointe work may choose to demonstrate pointe work at the barre. Students with 3+ years of pointe work are highly encouraged to demonstrate pointe work throughout their submission. At submission, please inform the faculty team of any injuries that the dancer may be working through when the video was filmed.
4 spots left
Please submit audition videos by May 1st to dance@blackswampfineartsschool.com. A link to a YouTube video or a google drive work well! Extensions may be granted through communication with the artistic director.
Requirements: The audition video should include ballet barre, center, and across the floor exercises which accurately represent the dancer’s skillset. Maximum length of 20 minutes, please. Combinations at the barre may be filmed on one side, but center and across the floor exercises should show both sides. Students with 1-2 years of pointe work may choose to demonstrate pointe work at the barre. Students with 3+ years of pointe work are highly encouraged to demonstrate pointe work throughout their submission. At submission, please inform the faculty team of any injuries that the dancer may be working through when the video was filmed.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Classroom A
BSFAS
BSFAS