Academy Division
AMB’s Academy Division provides a structured curriculum for aspiring dancers committed to achieving a high level of technical skill. Each level is specially designed with a roster of weekly classes that progress as the student advances.
Admission to the Academy Division is by acceptance. If you are interested in participating in this program, please email school@amballet.org.
Lower Academy
Lower Academy students study classical ballet technique, honing their ballet posture to allow them to implement more demanding exercises as they progress in their training. The curriculum also includes various levels of jazz, modern/contemporary, and pre-pointe. Students will perform in the Academy Student Showcase and are encouraged to audition for the Ensemble program.
Level 1 (Ages 8-9)
Curriculum: 1 ballet and 1 jazz class per week
Monthly Tuition: $104
Level 2 (Ages 9-10)
Curriculum: 2 ballet and 1 jazz class per week
Monthly Tuition: $138
Level 3 (Ages 10-13)
Curriculum: 2 ballet, 1 jazz, 1 modern/contemporary, and 1 pre-pointe class per week
Monthly Tuition: $252
Upper Academy
The Upper Academy focuses on perfecting technique while cultivating artistry by incorporating classical training in pointe, variations, pas de deux, and conditioning into the curriculum. Upper Academy dancers will perform in the Academy Student Showcase and are encouraged to audition for the Ensemble and Junior Company programs.
Level 4 (Ages 12+)
Curriculum: 3 ballet, 1 pointe, 1 jazz, 1 modern/contemporary, 1 conditioning class per week
Monthly Tuition: $348
Level 5 (Ages 14+)
Curriculum: 3 ballet, 2 pointe, 1 jazz, 1 modern/contemporary, 1 conditioning class per week
Monthly Tuition: $384
Level 6 (Ages 14+)
Curriculum: 4 ballet, 2 pointe, 1 jazz, 1 modern/contemporary, 1 conditioning, 1 variations, and 1 pas de deux class per week
Monthly Tuition: $484
Schedule
Lower Academy classes
| Class | Day | Time | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Ballet (Ages 8-9) | Tue | 4:30-5:45 | 45 min |
| Level 1-2 Jazz (Ages 8-10) | Tue | 5:45-6:30 | 45 min |
| Level 2 Ballet (Ages 9-10) | Tue | 4:30-5:45 | 1.25 hr |
| Level 2-3 Ballet (Ages 9-13) | Thu | 6:00-7:30 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 3 Ballet (Ages 10-13) | Mon | 4:30-6:00 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 3 Jazz (Ages 10-13) | Mon | 6:45-7:30 | 45 min |
| Level 3 Modern (Ages 10-13) | Thu | 7:30-8:15 | 45 min |
| Level 3 Pre/Pointe (Ages 10-13) | Mon | 6:00-6:45 | 45 min |
Upper Academy classes
| Class | Day | Time | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys Class (Ages 12+) | Sat | 12:15-1:00 | 45 min |
| Level 4 Ballet (Ages 12+) | Mon | 4:30-6:00 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 4 Ballet (Ages 12+) | Thu | 6:00-7:30 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 4 Jazz (Ages 12+) | Mon | 6:45-7:30 | 45 min |
| Level 4 Modern/Cont. (Ages 12+) | Thu | 7:30-8:15 | 45 min |
| Level 4 Pointe (Ages 12+) | Mon | 6:00-6:45 | 45 min |
| Level 4-5 Ballet (Ages 13+) | Tue | 5:45-7:15 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 4-5 Conditioning (Ages 13+) | Tue | 8:00-8:30 | 30 min |
| Level 4-5 Pointe (Ages 13+) | Tue | 7:15-8:00 | 45 min |
| Level 5-6 Ballet (Ages 14+) | Wed | 6:30-8:00 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 6 Ballet (Ages 14+) | Mon | 4:30-6:00 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 6 Ballet (Ages 14+) | Thu | 6:00-7:30 | 1.5hr |
| Level 6 Ballet (Ages 14+) | Sat | 9:45-11:15 | 1.5 hr |
| Level 6 Conditioning (Ages 14+) | Mon | 7:30-8:00 | 45 min |
| Level 6 Jazz (Ages 14+) | Mon | 6:45-7:30 | 45 min |
| Level 6 Pointe (Ages 14+) | Mon | 6:00-6:45 | 45 min |
| Level 6 Pointe (Ages 14+) | Thu | 7:30-8:15 | 45 min |
| Level 6 Variations (Ages 14+) | Wed | 8:00-8:45 | 45 min |
| Pas De Deux (Ages 14+) | Sat | 11:15-12:15 | 1 hr |
| Level 5-6 Modern/Cont. (Ages 14+) | Wed | 5:30-6:30 | 1 hr |
Student Showcase
The Community Division and the Academy Division will each present a performance at the conclusion of the school year to highlight the growth and skills of our students. The Community Student Showcase will feature students in the levels of Creative Movement through Teen. The Academy Student Showcase will feature students in the Lower and Upper Academy.
| Showcase Fees | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single student | $50 |
| 2 Students (in the same family) | $75 |
| 3+ Students (in the same family) | $100 |
| Costumes | Averages between $60-90 per costume |
| Tickets | Primary & Children’s Classes: $6 Teen & Academy Classes: $11 |