Dance Institute

of The University of Akron

Photo of dancers rehersing at the Ballet Center

Pre-Ballet II

For Children Ages 6 to 7.

Spring Semester 2010
January 11 – May 8

Class Goals:

Acclimating students to the studio environment. Developing body awareness and strength. Developing rhythm and musicality. Accelerating the development of basic motor skills. Understanding basic ballet vocabulary and positions of arms and legs.

Schedule:
  • Section I: Wednesday (with Pre-Ballet I)
  • 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Instructor: Miss Julie
  • Section II: Saturday
  • 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
  • Instructor: Miss Lisa
  • Section III: Saturday
  • 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
  • Instructor: Miss Lisa
Important Dates! Please Mark Your Calendars!
  • Saturday, March 13: Pointe to the Future Benefit at EJ Thomas Hall
  • Monday, January 18: Martin Luther King Jr., No Classes
  • March 14 - March 21: Spring Break, No Classes
  • Saturday, April 3: Easter Break, No Classes
  • April 19 - April 24: Parents Observation Week
Fall Tuition:
  • Regular Schedule: $206.00
Please note:
  • All classes are subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment.
  • A $10.00 registration fee for new students due with the first payment.
  • Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted.
  • Make checks payable to Dance Institute.
  • Register by mail. Download and print a registration form.
  • No refunds will be made on tuition fees. In case of extended illness or injury, credit may be given for classes upon receipt of a doctor's certificate.
  • All items should have the child's name on the inside, especially shoes !
  • DRESS CODE: A neat, clean, professional appearance is expected. In addition:
    • Girls: Solid color leotard (no skirt attached), pink or black tights. Hair is to be off the face, in a secure bun, YELLOW hairband to denote level. (Dance Institute's official black leotard is Mirella #207 princess seam camisole. Make sure to have one for performances for a uniformed look on stage.)
    • Boys: Solid color T-shirt or leotard, black tights.
Download a PDF schedule for Pre-Ballet 2
Download a Registration form