Winter 2023
Ballet 1
Ballet 1 students begin to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a buttercup yellow tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 7-9
Ballet 1 students begin to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a buttercup yellow tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 7-9
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pre-Ballet
In Pre-Ballet, children use the elements of rhythm, dynamics, space and shape to explore different movement forms. The instructor uses techniques specific for this age group to develop strength, stretch, grace, coordination, and movement.
Girls should wear a pink tank leotard (no skirt), pink tights, and pink ballet slippers.
Boys should wear stretchy black pants, white tshirt, and black or white ballet slippers with white socks.
Ages 5-6
In Pre-Ballet, children use the elements of rhythm, dynamics, space and shape to explore different movement forms. The instructor uses techniques specific for this age group to develop strength, stretch, grace, coordination, and movement.
Girls should wear a pink tank leotard (no skirt), pink tights, and pink ballet slippers.
Boys should wear stretchy black pants, white tshirt, and black or white ballet slippers with white socks.
Ages 5-6
Tuesday
4:35 PM to 5:15 PM
4:35 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Adult Ballet Drop in
Adult Ballet class meets on Tuesdays from 6:00p.m. - 7:15p.m. Drop in registration for this class begins the week of Sept 12. Class cards available for purchase.
Ages 18-0
Adult Ballet class meets on Tuesdays from 6:00p.m. - 7:15p.m. Drop in registration for this class begins the week of Sept 12. Class cards available for purchase.
Ages 18-0
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Adult Ballet Winter Session
Adult Ballet meets Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 7:15pm. Fall Session price 135.00
Ages 16-0
Adult Ballet meets Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 7:15pm. Fall Session price 135.00
Ages 16-0
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet Intro
In Ballet Introduction, children begin to develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor introduces children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility, and awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing increases their ability to listen to and dance with the music. Students do not receive evaluations and usually progress to the next class based on their age.
Girls should wear a light blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 6-7
In Ballet Introduction, children begin to develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor introduces children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility, and awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing increases their ability to listen to and dance with the music. Students do not receive evaluations and usually progress to the next class based on their age.
Girls should wear a light blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 6-7
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 1 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 1 dancers must register for this course if they would like to perform in PVB productions.
Ages 10-14
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 1 dancers must register for this course if they would like to perform in PVB productions.
Ages 10-14
Tu 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 1 Technique
Intermediate I ballet class builds on those learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Ages 10-14
Intermediate I ballet class builds on those learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Ages 10-14
Tu 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 2 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 2 dancers would would like to perform in the PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend both days.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 2 dancers would would like to perform in the PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend both days.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Tu 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet 2
Ballet 2 students continue to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a sea foam green tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 8-10
Ballet 2 students continue to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a sea foam green tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 8-10
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 3
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet 3
This level offers children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing attention span and physical maturity. The students build upon their previous knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with an expanded vocabulary. In extend class sessions, they work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises and epaulement. As they progress through lessons the difficulty and sophistication of the classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft. All Ballet III students are encouraged to participate in The Nutcracker and Spring Production as a performance supplement to their training.
Girls should wear a lilac purple camisole or tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 9-11
This level offers children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing attention span and physical maturity. The students build upon their previous knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with an expanded vocabulary. In extend class sessions, they work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises and epaulement. As they progress through lessons the difficulty and sophistication of the classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft. All Ballet III students are encouraged to participate in The Nutcracker and Spring Production as a performance supplement to their training.
Girls should wear a lilac purple camisole or tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 9-11
F 4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Studio 3
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 2 Technique
Intermediate II ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Intermediate II ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Tu 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 1 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 13-20
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 13-20
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 2 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 14-20
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 14-20
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 3 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 3 dancers who would like to perform in PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend all days.
Ages 12-15
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 3 dancers who would like to perform in PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend all days.
Ages 12-15
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-12:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-12:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 1 Technique
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 13-20
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 13-20
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 2 Technique
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 14-20
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 14-20
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 3 Technique
Intermediate 3 ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline. The goal in this level is to produce a "polished" dancer who has a strong technique, good performing skills, and works intelligently.
Fall Session: September 6 - November 19
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 12-15
Intermediate 3 ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline. The goal in this level is to produce a "polished" dancer who has a strong technique, good performing skills, and works intelligently.
Fall Session: September 6 - November 19
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 12-15
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Spring 2023
Adult Ballet Drop in
Adult Ballet class meets on Tuesdays from 6:00p.m. - 7:30p.m. Drop in registration for this class begins the week of Sept 12. Class cards available for purchase.
Ages 18-0
Adult Ballet class meets on Tuesdays from 6:00p.m. - 7:30p.m. Drop in registration for this class begins the week of Sept 12. Class cards available for purchase.
Ages 18-0
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Adult Ballet Spring Session
Adult Ballet meets Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. Fall Session price 135.00
Ages 16-0
Adult Ballet meets Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. Fall Session price 135.00
Ages 16-0
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 1 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 13-20
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 13-20
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 1 Technique
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 13-20
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 13-20
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 2 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 14-20
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Advanced and Pre-Advanced dancers who wish to perform in PVB productions must register for this course.
For additional information or to schedule a placement class please contact frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org or call 413-527-6363
Ages 14-20
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-2:00 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Advanced 2 Technique
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 14-20
By placement only. Contact the studio for a placement class.
In Advanced Ballet, the technique classes develop as each student matures and takes on pre professional approach towards the study of classical ballet. Barre and center exercises increase in both difficulty and artistry in order to challenge the students' increasing mental, expressive, and physical capabilities. A more mature sense of musicality and quality of movement is emphasized with a goal of continuing to develop suppleness and smooth graceful movements, coordination of the head, arms, legs, body, and the use of epaulement. The students will develop strong classical lines and solid anatomical placement, as well as virtuoso jumps and beats. In addition, this level emphasizes the development of the students' awareness of choreographic concepts, training dancers to be quick studies who can embrace any choreographic style.
Ladies should wear a black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Men should wear black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 14-20
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet 1
Ballet 1 students begin to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a buttercup yellow tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 7-9
Ballet 1 students begin to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a buttercup yellow tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 7-9
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet 2
Ballet 2 students continue to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a sea foam green tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 8-10
Ballet 2 students continue to build their knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with a growing vocabulary. They work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft.
Girls should wear a sea foam green tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 8-10
Friday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio 3
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet 3
This level offers children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing attention span and physical maturity. The students build upon their previous knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with an expanded vocabulary. In extend class sessions, they work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises and epaulement. As they progress through lessons the difficulty and sophistication of the classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft. All Ballet III students are encouraged to participate in The Nutcracker and Spring Production as a performance supplement to their training.
Girls should wear a lilac purple camisole or tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 9-11
This level offers children a challenging and disciplined classroom structure that is appropriately geared to their growing attention span and physical maturity. The students build upon their previous knowledge of the basic structure of a ballet class with an expanded vocabulary. In extend class sessions, they work on proper placement of the torso, hips and legs without exceeding their anatomical limitations. They increase coordination of their arms and heads with a concentration on smooth transitions throughout the exercises and epaulement. As they progress through lessons the difficulty and sophistication of the classwork will increase accordingly. In addition to their dance education, students will learn about musicality, ballet terminology, and general stage and theater craft. All Ballet III students are encouraged to participate in The Nutcracker and Spring Production as a performance supplement to their training.
Girls should wear a lilac purple camisole or tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 9-11
F 4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Studio 3
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Ballet Intro
In Ballet Introduction, children begin to develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor introduces children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility, and awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing increases their ability to listen to and dance with the music. Students do not receive evaluations and usually progress to the next class based on their age.
Girls should wear a light blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 6-7
In Ballet Introduction, children begin to develop poise and musicality in a fun and creative environment. The instructor introduces children to a creative yet disciplined classroom structure that challenges their curious minds while introducing age-appropriate dance material. The students express themselves physically through exercises intended to increase their coordination, strength, flexibility, and awareness of spatial concepts while beginning their understanding of classical ballet. The strong emphasis on musicality and rhythmic timing increases their ability to listen to and dance with the music. Students do not receive evaluations and usually progress to the next class based on their age.
Girls should wear a light blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 6-7
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 1 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 1 dancers must register for this course if they would like to perform in PVB productions.
Ages 10-14
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 1 dancers must register for this course if they would like to perform in PVB productions.
Ages 10-14
Tu 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 1 Technique
Intermediate I ballet class builds on those learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Ages 10-14
Intermediate I ballet class builds on those learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Ages 10-14
Tu 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 2 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 2 dancers would would like to perform in the PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend both days.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 2 dancers would would like to perform in the PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend both days.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Tu 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Th 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 2 Technique
Intermediate II ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Intermediate II ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline.
Girls should wear a navy blue tank leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers with their hair neat and in a bun.
Boys should wear black stretchy pants or boys black tights, white tshirt, white socks, and black or white ballet slippers.
Ages 10-14
Tu 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Th 5:15 PM-6:30 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 3 Repertory/Pointe
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 3 dancers who would like to perform in PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend all days.
Ages 12-15
This class will learn repertory from a variety of PVB ballets and as well as classical ballet repertory. Dancers must attend technique class before repertory. By placement only.
Intermediate 3 dancers who would like to perform in PVB productions must register for this course. Dancers must be able to attend all days.
Ages 12-15
W 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-12:30 PM
F 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Sa 11:30 PM-12:30 PM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Intermediate 3 Technique
Intermediate 3 ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline. The goal in this level is to produce a "polished" dancer who has a strong technique, good performing skills, and works intelligently.
Fall Session: September 6 - November 19
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 12-15
Intermediate 3 ballet class builds on skills learned in the basic classes while increasing speed and complexity. New steps are introduced at each level of Intermediate. Students continue to develop strength, and stretch while greater concentration is placed on total body line. There is a new emphasis on emerging sense of style and how line relates to steps of dance. Dancers build a self awareness and self-discipline. The goal in this level is to produce a "polished" dancer who has a strong technique, good performing skills, and works intelligently.
Fall Session: September 6 - November 19
For additional information please contact us at frontdesk@pioneervalleyballet.org .
Ages 12-15
M 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
W 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
F 4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Sa 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Studio 2
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pre-Ballet
In Pre-Ballet, children use the elements of rhythm, dynamics, space and shape to explore different movement forms. The instructor uses techniques specific for this age group to develop strength, stretch, grace, coordination, and movement.
Girls should wear a pink tank leotard (no skirt), pink tights, and pink ballet slippers.
Boys should wear stretchy black pants, white tshirt, and black or white ballet slippers with white socks.
Ages 5-6
In Pre-Ballet, children use the elements of rhythm, dynamics, space and shape to explore different movement forms. The instructor uses techniques specific for this age group to develop strength, stretch, grace, coordination, and movement.
Girls should wear a pink tank leotard (no skirt), pink tights, and pink ballet slippers.
Boys should wear stretchy black pants, white tshirt, and black or white ballet slippers with white socks.
Ages 5-6
Tuesday
4:35 PM to 5:15 PM
4:35 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 1
Pioneer Valley Ballet
Pioneer Valley Ballet
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