Ballet Conservatory &

Pre-Professional Division

Ballet Conservatory

Younger students may be invited to join a special Conservatory class in addition to one or more classes from the regular dance program.  As dancers become more accomplished, the classes become exclusively limited to Conservatory students.  Pointe and Pre-Pointe training begin at an appropriate level when strength and alignment have been sufficiently established.  Please note that the curriculum for Conservatory classes is such that students may continue in the same level for two or more years in order to cover all the necessary material before moving to the next class.  The Pre-Professional I & II Programs have a set curriculum and fee.  Please see page 7 for details.  CCDC has established a reputation over the past two decades for creating beautifully accomplished dancers who love what they do.  Many students go on to study in leading dance programs in colleges and universities across the country, and several have received scholarships from Maryland Scholars in the Arts. 

Students register for a specific level as determined by the Director.  New students must take a placement class before enrolling. Conservatory students are eligible to audition for the CCDC Ballet Company.
 

Pre-Conservatory (ages 7-9) Open to passionate young dancers by invitation of the Director only.  2 or more classes/week.  Students may also take the tap or jazz portion of combo classes.
Wed 5:00 – 6:15 PM (by invitation only)

Requirements: the above class in addition to one or more Ballet 2 classes.  Fall schedule

Conservatory 3 (ages 8.5 - 10)  2 or more classes/week.  Students may also take the tap or jazz portion of combo classes and special classes. 

Requirements: the above class in addition to one or more Ballet 3 classes. Fall schedule
 

Conservatory 4 (ages 9.5 - 11)  2 or more classes/week.  Students may also take additional Level 4 classes.

Requirements: the above class in addition to one or more Ballet 4 classes. Fall schedule
 

Conservatory 4A (ages 9.5 - 11)  2 or more classes/week.  Students may also take additional Level 4 and/or Level 5 classes.

Requirements: the above class in addition to one or more Ballet 5 classes. Fall schedule
 

Conservatory 5 (ages 10 – 12)  3 or more ballet classes per week.  Additional Modern class highly recommended. 

Fall schedule

Conservatory 6 & Pointe (ages 12+)  3 or more ballet classes per week.  Additional Modern class highly recommended.  Fall schedule

                                    
                                    

Conservatory 7 & Pointe (ages 13+) 3 or more ballet classes per week.  Additional Conditioning and Modern class highly recommended.  Fall schedule

                                      
                                    

Conservatory 8 & Pointe (ages 14+) 3 or more ballet classes per week. Additional Conditioning and Modern class highly recommended.  See below for information on the Pre-Professional Program. Fall schedule

Pre-Professional Division
This program consists of a set curriculum of classes designed to guide the advanced student into a professional company or a top notch college dance program.  In additional to daily ballet classes, students receive instruction in modern, variations and pointe work.  All students participate in the CCDC Ballet Company from which they gain valuable performing experience.  Private classes and coaching for YAGP are available if desired.  Admission to the Pre-Professional Program is by invitation.  Students interested in applying should schedule a placement class with the Director.  Additional scholarships and work/study programs are available for students with financial need.  Please apply for these with the Director.   

Pre-Professional I Curriculum:

Required classes:  A minimum of two ballet technique classes and one pointe class from the Conservatory 8 curriculum listed above in addition to the following classes (only one conditioning class required):

Additional Classes:

Pre-Professional II Curriculum:

Required classes listed below (only one conditioning class required).  Additional classes highly recommended:

Additional Classes:

                             
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