Academy Year 2026 – 2027
Lower School is the beginning of our professional program. Classes are offered at both our Norfolk and Virginia Beach locations. Students in this program generally range in age from eight to fifteen. Dancers must be committed and have a strong work ethic.
For class schedules: Call 757-446-1401, email academy@balletvirginia.org
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Be sure to follow the dress code and read our academy policies before class.
Beginning in Level 3, students must train year-round. These levels are a progressive course of study designed to train technically strong and artistically expressive, classically trained dancers. Electives available include modern, contemporary and jazz.
Classes offered:
A free trial class is required before placement in Lower School.
These class levels are a way of grouping students into classes that best meet their individual needs. Considerations for level placement include physical strength, mind/body connection, flexibility and maturity.
Level 1
Two ballet technique classes per week plus optional tap classes.
Level 2
Two ballet technique classes and one character class per week plus optional electives including tap.
Level 3
Three ballet technique classes, conditioning class, pre-pointe or pointe class and modern class per week plus optional electives including tap, jazz, and contemporary.
Level 4
Three ballet technique classes, conditioning classes, pointe classes and a modern class per week plus optional electives.