TRAINING CENTER

From Pre-Ballet to Pre-Professional, we guide dancers every step along the way.

The Florida Ballet Training Center (FBTC) is recognized as one of Northeast Florida’s finest schools for dance education. FBTC cultivates the next generation of dancers and provides a diverse, classically based curriculum to students of all ages. While students grow in their technique and artistry, FBTC works to instill long-term appreciation for the art of ballet and the values it embodies.

THE FLORIDA BALLET’S YOUNG DANCERS DIVISION
(Ages 2-7)

The Young Dancers Division at The Florida Ballet offers age-appropriate classes to encourage a young child’s physicality, coordination, and natural instinct to move with music. Based on the American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum, the program’s overarching principles include correct posture, placement, musicality, coordination and creativity. Students in this division will have an opportunity to perform in an end of year Primary Presentation.

Required attire for this division (excluding Move with Me classes) includes a custom Florida Ballet leotard, ordered exclusively from Danzar, 9119 Merrill Rd. Jacksonville, FL., pink tights, and pink ballet slippers. If for any reason the required leotard is out of stock your dancer may wear any style black leotard until the correct attire arrives. Please know your dancer’s level when arriving at the store to ensure the correct color leotard is ordered.

In the interest of both our students and teachers in creating the best possible learning environment, parents are not permitted to observe classes. There will be designated Parent Observation Weeks on two occasions throughout the year.

Students meet for 45 minutes once per week. This class creates a foundation for proper classical ballet training with students ages 3-4 years old. Must be 3-4 years old by September 30, 2023.

Class Options:
Wednesday’s 4:00-4:45pm
Saturday’s 9:00-9:45am

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $55 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $166.50 | Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $450 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration

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Students meet for one hour, once per week. This class creates a foundation for proper classical ballet training with students age 5. Must be 5 years old by September 30, 2023.

Class Options:
Wednesday’s 5:00-6:00pm
Saturday’s 10:00-11:00am

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $75 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $233.25 | Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $650 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration

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Students meet for one hour, once per week. This class creates a foundation for proper classical ballet training with students age 6. Must be 6 years old by September 30, 2023.

Class Options:
Tuesday’s 4:00-5:00pm

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $75 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $233.25 | Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $650 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration

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Students meet for one hour, once per week. This class creates a foundation for proper classical ballet training with students age 7. Provides a transition into The Florida Ballet’s Pre-Professional or Open Division. Must be 7 by September 30, 2023.

Class Options:
Friday’s 4:00-5:00pm
Saturday’s 10:15-11:15am

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $75 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $233.25 | Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $650 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration

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THE FLORIDA BALLET’S PRE-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION
(Ages 8-18)

The Florida Ballet’s Pre-Professional Division is designed for students seeking a higher-level training with an expansive and progressive curriculum. Based on the American Ballet Theatre’s National Training Curriculum, our certified instructors will provide safe, articulate, and one-of-a-kind instruction in which students will grow in both their technique and artistry. Students in this division will have the opportunity to perform in the school’s end of year Dance Concert.

Audition is required for all levels. Class placement is based upon a combination of technical ability, previous experience, and age. Placement decisions are at the sole discretion of the Educational Director. Please fill out form below to schedule a placement audition.

Required class attire for females includes a custom Florida Ballet leotard, matching skirt, pink tights, pointe shoes, and pink ballet slippers. The leotard will need to be ordered exclusively from Danzar, 9119 Merrill Rd #41, Jacksonville, FL 32225. We will require all dancers to have the required attire for class. If for any reason attire is out of stock, a black leotard (any style) can be worn to class until the required leotard arrives. Please know your dancer’s level when going to the store to ensure the right color leotard is purchased.

Required attire for males includes a custom Florida Ballet white leotard, black tights, and black ballet slippers.

In the interest of our teachers and students creating the best possible learning environment, parents are not allowed to watch class. There will be a designated parent observation week scheduled twice per year. Dates will be announced as the event approaches.

Students are formally introduced to barre work and the more technical aspects of ballet technique. Level 1 meets twice a week and consists of two ballet classes and one modern class. Dancers focus on musicality and strengthening exercises.

Schedule:
Wednesday: Modern 5-6/Ballet 6-7
Friday: Ballet: 5-6

*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $150 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $483.25| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $1,400 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
* Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $75 | Due: August 15th

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Students begin more detailed barre and center work. Classes meet twice a week and include ballet technique and modern. Students will focus on building ankle and foot strength with pre-pointe exercises.

Schedule:
Wednesday: Ballet 5-6:30/Modern 6:30-7:30
Friday: Ballet with Pre Pointe: 5-7
*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $175 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $565| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $1,650 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
* Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $75 | Due: August 15th

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Students are introduced to pointe work.  Classes meet three times a week and include ballet technique, pointe class, character dance, and modern.  Students will focus on gaining stability and strength on pointe.

Schedule:
Monday: Ballet 5-6:30/Modern 6:30-7:30
Wednesday: Character 5-6/Ballet with Pointe 6-8:15
Saturday: Ballet & Pointe 11-1/Conditioning 1:30-2:30
*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $250 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $816.50| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $2,450 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
* Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $150 | Due: August 15th

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Class work becomes more challenging and detailed. Classes meet four days a week and include ballet, pointe, modern, conditioning, and character. Dancers are introduced to more advanced pointe work and allegro exercises.

Schedule:
Monday: Ballet 6-7:30/Pointe 7:30-8:15
Tuesday: Ballet 4 with Pointe 5:30-7:30
Thursday: Ballet 6-7:30/Modern 7:30-8:30
Saturday: Conditioning 10-11/Ballet & Pointe 11-1/Character 1:30-2:30

*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $275 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $900| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $2,650 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
*Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $150 | Due: August 15th

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Dancers have achieved a highly advanced level of technique. Classes meet four days a week and include ballet technique, pointe, modern, conditioning, and character. Students will focus on fine-tuning technical aspects and applying artistry to their dancing.

Schedule:
Monday: Ballet 6-7:30/Pointe 7:30-8:30
Tuesday: Ballet with Pointe 5:30-7:30/Modern 7:30-8:30
Thursday: Ballet 6-7:30/Pointe 7:30-8:30
Saturday: Conditioning 9-9:50/Ballet & Pointe 10-12/Character 12:30-1:30
*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $295 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $966.50| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $2,850 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
* Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $150 | Due: August 15th

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Students are nearing professional level ballet and have achieved significant strength, stamina, and refinement. Classes meet five days a week and include ballet technique, pointe, modern, jazz, conditioning, character, partnering, and musical theatre. Pas de deux work is introduced.

Schedule:
Monday: Ballet 6-7:30/Pointe 7:30-8:30
Tuesday: Ballet with Pointe 5:30-7:30/Modern 7:30-8:30
Wednesday: 5:30-7 Ballet/7-8 Jazz
Thursday: Ballet 6-7:30/Pointe 7:30-8:30
Saturday: Conditioning 9-9:50/Ballet & Pointe 10-12/12:30-1:30 Character/1:30-2:30 Partnering/Character/Musical Theatre
*Students must attend ALL classes as listed. No exceptions.

Tuition and Payment Options:
Monthly: $325 | Due on the 15th of each month
Semesters (3): $1,066.50| Due July 31st, October 31th, January 31st
Annual: $3,150 | Due July 31st

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration
* Nonrefundable Dance Concert Fee: $150 | Due: August 15th

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THE FLORIDA BALLET’S OPEN DIVISION
(Ages 8+)

Begin formal training in a creative, safe, and fun learning environment. The Florida Ballet’s Open Division is designed for dancers of all abilities to further their dance training in a recreational setting. Students have the opportunity to take a variety of classes, without the added expectations and requirements of The Florida Ballet’s Pre-Professional Division. Students meet weekly. This division is not designed for drop-in classes. No audition required.

Students in this division should wear any style black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers, with hair secured away from the face in a bun.

Male students should wear a plain white t-shirt, black shorts, black socks, and black ballet slippers.

In the interest of both our students and teachers in creating the best possible learning environment, parents are not permitted to observe classes. There will be designated Parent Observation Weeks on two occasions throughout the year.

Tuition and Payment Options:

1 class/week – $85 monthly, $266.50 – 3 semesters, $750 annually

2 classes/week – $125 monthly, $400 – 3 semesters, $1150 annually

3 classes/week – $140 monthly, $450 – 3 semesters, $1300 annually

4 classes/week – $155 monthly, $500 – 3 semesters, $1450 annually

Beginner Ballet is designed for students 8-12 years old with little to no experience. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of Ballet in a safe and inclusive environment.

Class Meets:
Tuesday’s and/or Thursday’s, 5:00-6:00pm

* Students may attend once or twice per week.

*Nonrefundable annual registration fee: $50 | Due at time of registration

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We proudly offer American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum!


ABT’s National Training Curriculum is a program for the development and training of young students that embraces sound ballet principles and incorporates elements of the French, Italian and Russian schools of training.