Ages 8-18

Children’s Ballet, Teen Ballet, Inclusive Dance, Contemporary, Jazz, Modern/Improv, Hip-Hop, Variations and Solos
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CBA prides itself on having well-rounded dancers, and the newly established Youth/Teen Ballet program is designed to facilitate that. Here, dancers can build their technique and expand their creativity while exploring a variety of academic and extracurricular activities. We understand that a rigorous ballet schedule is not for everyone, and we hope to encourage students to keep dance and movement in their lives while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Ballet: Ballet classes start at the barre and focus on body alignment and the beginning of proper ballet technique. Dancers begin to explore story ballets and learn to appreciate focus, discipline, and hard work in a fun and nurturing way.

Contemporary: Contemporary at CBA aims to help dancers uncover their potential through a creative exploration of different styles of movement. Classes will consist of learning choreography and floor work progressions with a focus on movement textures, musicality, and self-expression. With an emphasis on building strength and stamina, these classes encourage dancers to grow and push their personal limits. 

Jazz: These classes help to develop confident and stylistically versatile dancers through a combination of classic and commercial jazz techniques. In Jazz, dancers will strengthen their endurance and technique with a focus on turns, jumps, flexibility, dynamics, and performance.

Modern/Improv: Modern/Improv at CBA focuses on generating spontaneous movement based in various styles. Our staff works to assist each student in pinpointing movement that resonates within their bodies and explore what interests them artistically. This practice will additionally be used as a way to develop composition and choreography.

Hip-Hop: These classes are designed for dancers that wish to fully engage in the vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of free style movements to create a cultural piece of art. These are fun, high energy, classes that require an open mind and positive attitude.