Special Events 2024-2025
Dance For Film Workshop
Come learn the choreography for High School Musical with Ballet Aligned instructor, Susanna Russell. Susanna is an LA native choreographer who has directed and choreographed for music videos! She'll share tips about dancing for film in this fun, interactive and FREE workshop. Movie character costumes and other costumes are welcome!
Come learn the choreography for High School Musical with Ballet Aligned instructor, Susanna Russell. Susanna is an LA native choreographer who has directed and choreographed for music videos! She'll share tips about dancing for film in this fun, interactive and FREE workshop. Movie character costumes and other costumes are welcome!
12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned Spring 2025
Mini Ballet, Mon 5:30-6, Age 2-3
For new dancers ages 2-4, this 30-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. (This semester includes Nutcracker, Cinderella, Aladdin, and Ballet Aligned's Velveteen Rabbit.) Participants in this class will NOT be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. There is no dress code for this class. Parents are invited to watch for the last 10 min of every 3 or 4 week session. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new dancers ages 2-4, this 30-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. (This semester includes Nutcracker, Cinderella, Aladdin, and Ballet Aligned's Velveteen Rabbit.) Participants in this class will NOT be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. There is no dress code for this class. Parents are invited to watch for the last 10 min of every 3 or 4 week session. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Teen/Adult: Mondays 6:15, Age 12+
This 1.5 hr, once per week class is for dancers ages 12 and up. Come try ballet, get a great work out, or add the class to your Ballet Aligned training to refine your skills! There is no dress code, and this class is not part of the Ballet Aligned productions, except by invitation.
PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
This 1.5 hr, once per week class is for dancers ages 12 and up. Come try ballet, get a great work out, or add the class to your Ballet Aligned training to refine your skills! There is no dress code, and this class is not part of the Ballet Aligned productions, except by invitation.
PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Monday
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Large Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Basics II: Tuesdays 5:30, Age 7-9
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
4 Week DROP IN OPTION - MINI Ballet: Wednesdays at 4, Age 3-6
WHEN REGISTERING FOR THIS DROP-IN CLASS, PLEASE SELECT THE FIRST DAY YOUR DANCER WILL ATTEND. He/she should attend for 4 consecutive classes, but ONLY SELECT THE FIRST CLASS OR YOU WILL BE BILLED $50/class YOU SELECT. **Please note: If you are trying to register on the same day that you want to attend class, the system will not allow it. Contact the studio to confirm that there is an available spot in the class. After confirming, please register and pay for the 4 weeks beginning on the week it allows.
For new dancers ages 3-6, this 45-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. There is no dress code. In a 4-week time span, there will be a parent watch to attend. Your teacher will communicate when that parent watch is. Otherwise, parents may watch from the windows in the hall. (Please note that students not enrolled for the full semester will not be invited to perform.)
WHEN REGISTERING FOR THIS DROP-IN CLASS, PLEASE SELECT THE FIRST DAY YOUR DANCER WILL ATTEND. He/she should attend for 4 consecutive classes, but ONLY SELECT THE FIRST CLASS OR YOU WILL BE BILLED $50/class YOU SELECT. **Please note: If you are trying to register on the same day that you want to attend class, the system will not allow it. Contact the studio to confirm that there is an available spot in the class. After confirming, please register and pay for the 4 weeks beginning on the week it allows.
For new dancers ages 3-6, this 45-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. There is no dress code. In a 4-week time span, there will be a parent watch to attend. Your teacher will communicate when that parent watch is. Otherwise, parents may watch from the windows in the hall. (Please note that students not enrolled for the full semester will not be invited to perform.)
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Mini Ballet: Wednesday at 4, Age 4-6
For new dancers ages 3-6, this 45-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. (This semester includes Nutcracker, Cinderella, Aladdin, and Ballet Aligned's Velveteen Rabbit.) Participants in this class age 4+ MAY be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) There is no dress code for non-performing dancers in this class. Parents are invited to watch for the last 10 min of every 3 or 4 week session. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new dancers ages 3-6, this 45-minute class builds on dancers' natural abilities, gently introducing them to ballet class structure, themes, and technique by engaging their movement and imagination, all to the music and motifs of classical ballets. (This semester includes Nutcracker, Cinderella, Aladdin, and Ballet Aligned's Velveteen Rabbit.) Participants in this class age 4+ MAY be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) There is no dress code for non-performing dancers in this class. Parents are invited to watch for the last 10 min of every 3 or 4 week session. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Beginnings: Wednesdays at 4:45, Age 5-7
For new and progressing students, this 45 min class moves a curious and energetic dancer down a path to better “dancing,” introducing concepts like musicality and movement dynamics while building body coordination and utilizing the dancer's imagination! The curriculum is based in creative movement (teaching and establishing the foundational concepts of all dance forms) with some ballet steps and terminology. This class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) There is no dress code for this class, but ballet slippers and tights are recommended (and required of dancers who will perform - the dress code requirement for performers can be found at BalletAligned.com.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new and progressing students, this 45 min class moves a curious and energetic dancer down a path to better “dancing,” introducing concepts like musicality and movement dynamics while building body coordination and utilizing the dancer's imagination! The curriculum is based in creative movement (teaching and establishing the foundational concepts of all dance forms) with some ballet steps and terminology. This class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) There is no dress code for this class, but ballet slippers and tights are recommended (and required of dancers who will perform - the dress code requirement for performers can be found at BalletAligned.com.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Basics: Wednesdays at 5:30, Age 6-8
For new and progressing ballet dancers, this 60 min class begins to establish positions, use ballet terminology, and instruct more comprehensively on correct execution of ballet technique. There is still space for the flow of imagination, using lots of creative imagery and encouraging the dancers in their free expression. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Class participants will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new and progressing ballet dancers, this 60 min class begins to establish positions, use ballet terminology, and instruct more comprehensively on correct execution of ballet technique. There is still space for the flow of imagination, using lots of creative imagery and encouraging the dancers in their free expression. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Class participants will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Intermediate/ Advanced: Mon/Wed at 3, Age 13+ (by placement only)
This class is 2x/wk for a weekly total of 4.5 hours and is for intermediate to advanced students with 2 years of experience on pointe, AND who are attending other approved ballet classes an additional 2x/week minimum. In addition to strengthening technique, dancers are expected to perform in Ballet Aligned productions and Education and Outreach opportunities. Students are also prepared for Summer Intensive auditions and encouraged to attend these. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
This class is 2x/wk for a weekly total of 4.5 hours and is for intermediate to advanced students with 2 years of experience on pointe, AND who are attending other approved ballet classes an additional 2x/week minimum. In addition to strengthening technique, dancers are expected to perform in Ballet Aligned productions and Education and Outreach opportunities. Students are also prepared for Summer Intensive auditions and encouraged to attend these. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Monday Wednesday
3:00 PM to 5:15 PM
3:00 PM to 5:15 PM
Large Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Basics II: Thursdays at 5:30, Age 7-9
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Teen/Adult: Thursdays 6:15, Age 12+
This 1.5 hr, once per week class is for dancers ages 12 and up. Come try ballet, get a great work out, or add the class to your Ballet Aligned training to refine your skills! There is no dress code, and this class is not part of the Ballet Aligned productions, except by invitation. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed in your account is the FIRST INSTALLMENT and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
This 1.5 hr, once per week class is for dancers ages 12 and up. Come try ballet, get a great work out, or add the class to your Ballet Aligned training to refine your skills! There is no dress code, and this class is not part of the Ballet Aligned productions, except by invitation. *PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed in your account is the FIRST INSTALLMENT and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Thursday
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Large Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Foundations Prep: T/Th at 4, Ages 9-11
This 1.5 hr class is taken twice a week to help dancers establish a sense of personal responsibility for their progression in ballet technique, and it begins to develop strength and placement through the dancer's core and ankles in preparation for the Foundations classes and work en pointe. (Details below.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
This 1.5 hr class is taken twice a week to help dancers establish a sense of personal responsibility for their progression in ballet technique, and it begins to develop strength and placement through the dancer's core and ankles in preparation for the Foundations classes and work en pointe. (Details below.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Tuesday Thursday
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Large Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Foundations w /Beginning Pointe: T/Th at 4, Ages 11-18
For progressing dancers, this class utilizes an approach to training developed by Steffanie Casperson in her professional career and refined over a decade teaching. This class is 2x/wk for a weekly total of 4.5 hours and is designed to lay a solid foundation of focus, alignment, and core placement that will strengthen and clarify classical technique, as well as introduce dancers to work en pointe. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) (Beginning ballet dancers age 13+ should enroll in our teen/adult class.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For progressing dancers, this class utilizes an approach to training developed by Steffanie Casperson in her professional career and refined over a decade teaching. This class is 2x/wk for a weekly total of 4.5 hours and is designed to lay a solid foundation of focus, alignment, and core placement that will strengthen and clarify classical technique, as well as introduce dancers to work en pointe. The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.) (Beginning ballet dancers age 13+ should enroll in our teen/adult class.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Tuesday Thursday
4:00 PM to 6:15 PM
4:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Large Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Basics II: T/TH (2x/WK) at 4, Ages 8-10
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
For new and progressing young ballet dancers, this 75 min class is similar to Basics I in content, with accelerated pacing. Basics II can be taken once OR twice a week for faster progression both through ballet terminology and in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers age 9+ are strongly encouraged to take twice a week. (Dancers under age 11 will not be advanced to Foundations Prep until they have taken Ballet Basics II - or an equivalent class with another program - twice a week.) The dress code requirement for this class can be found at BalletAligned.com. Participants in this class will be invited to perform in Ballet Aligned productions. (Performance participation requires a separate registration and fees.)
*PLEASE NOTE: The tuition amount listed is the FIRST INSTALLMENT, and reflects ONE THIRD of the of cost of the semester. These automatic payments will be deducted on February 1, March 1, and April 1 of 2025.
Tuesday Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Small Studio
Ballet Aligned
Ballet Aligned