CURRICULUM
SDAB is a Vaganova based school committed to preserving the purity of Russian classicism. Every pre-professional ballet instructor is an SDAB alumni, trained by its founders, and in turn the instructors impart the same unwavering commitment to high caliber technique in their instruction. Every Academy student has performance opportunities with SDAB.
Every Academy student must enroll in SDAB, and pay a one time registration fee of $55.00. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Classes are year around, and enrollment happens on an ongoing basis. throughout the year.
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Dancers trained at San Diego Academy of Ballet have secured professional contracts at the most prestigious ballet companies in the world.
GROWN UP & ME
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AGES 2-4
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SATURDAYS
8:30am - 9:15am
KELSEY
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For those too young to join Pre-Ballet, 'Grown Up & Me' is a class where grown ups and their little ones can take an entertaining and light cardio class together. Brimming with imagination play, and foundational ballet curriculum, this is a transition class in to the Academy, and primer for Pre-Ballet.
Parent participation is optional, but we ask you accompany your child in the class. No one judges, and enrollment is ongoing; many parents bring younger siblings of the dancers in to the room, either in a stroller, or strapped to their chest, it's all good, happy to welcome non-disruptive families in to the studio.
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: PINK LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK BALLET SHOES
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1x week monthly tuition: $145
PRE-BALLET
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AGES 3-5
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SATURDAYS
9:30am - 10:15am
KELSEY
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TUESDAYS
5:45pm - 6:30pm
KELSEY
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THURSDAYS
4:30pm - 5:15pm
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THURSDAYS
5:45pm - 6:30pm
KELSEY
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A fun, engaging way to introduce young children to the basics of ballet in a stimulating, entertaining environment - a merging of imagination play & ballet basics.
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: LIGHT PINK LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK SHOES
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1x week monthly tuition: $155
2x week monthly tuition: $240
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BALLET 1
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AGES 5-7
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SATURDAYS
9:00am - 10:15am
OLIVIA
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TUESDAYS
4:30pm - 5:45pm
KELSEY​
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Ballet class for absolute beginners totally unfamiliar with ballet curriculum. It's OK if this is their first class, or they are revisiting ballet after time off. The basic positions, alignment, and technique are instilled in all students.
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: LILAC LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK SHOES
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1x week monthly tuition: $155
2x week monthly tuition: $255
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BALLET 2
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AGES 6 -7
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Wednesdays
4:30pm - 5:45pm
KELSEY
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Saturdays
10:30am - 11:45am
KELSEY
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For more experienced beginner ballet students, and children who already have the familiarity of the terminology and positions, but are not quite ready for intermediate technique. Ballet 2 builds on Ballet 1 curriculum with more structure and complexity. With an assessment, absolute beginners are able to join this class on a trial basis provided they are able to make progress in a reasonable amount of time.
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: LIGHT BLUE LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS
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1x week monthly tuition: $175
2x week monthly tuition: $275
BALLET 3
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AGES 7- 9
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Wednesdays
4:30pm - 6:00
SIMONE
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Saturdays
10:30 - 12:00
OLIVIA
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For children with a solid and fluent understanding of ballet basics. Ballet III focuses on advancing the complexity of the technique, and expanding the artistry of movement to prepare for pointe.​​
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: ROYAL BLUE LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK BALLET SHOES
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2x wk monthly tuition $290
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BALLET 4
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AGES 9 - 13
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MONDAYS
4:30 - 6:30
BRIAN
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TUESDAYS
4:30 - 6:30
KELSEY
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FRIDAYS
5:00 -7:00
SIMONE
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SATURDAYS
9:30 - 11:30
SIMONE
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An advanced intermediate ballet class with an accelerated pace, and more complex variations and combinations. Genuine commitment and zealous grit required for this pre-professional class. Pointe work for those with approval.
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GIRLS' DRESS CODE: NAVY BLUE LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK SHOES
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4x week monthly tuition: $455
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MERIT
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INVITED BASED ON​
TECHNIQUE AND APTITUDE
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WEDNESDAYS
2:30pm - 4:30pm
SIMONE
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*INVITE ONLY*
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A specialized and intense class for those displaying exceptional promise and ambition in ballet.
This two hour accelerated class focuses on an amplified technical and artistic curriculum for those students seriously invested in their ballet training.
A curriculum aligned with those expressing interest, and displaying a commitment to, the pursuit of a professional career, this two hour class harnesses flexibility, strength training, pre-pointe work, technique, variations, artistry, as well as a ballet history element of studies of standout performances.​
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GIRLS DRESS CODE: RED LEOTARD, PINK TIGHTS, PINK BALLET SHOES
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Instructor: SIMONE
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$50/Class
1x week monthly tuition $295
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OPEN ADULT INTERMEDIATE BALLET
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AGES 13+​
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MONDAYS
9:30am - 11:00am
MARSHALL
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FRIDAYS
9:30am - 11:00am
MARSHALL
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For adults just starting out, or for those who have taken years off, and wish to revisit their ballet roots, a slower paced ballet class that introduces ballet basics and intermediate concepts.
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NO DRESS CODE
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Drop in rate: $30
Class card of ten classes: $290
Spartan class card of twenty classes: $575
PAY ON SITE FOR DROP INS
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OPEN ADULT ABSOLUTE BEGINNER - INTERMEDIATE BALLET
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AGES 13+​
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THURSDAYS
7:00pm - 8:30pm
MS. KELSEY
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TUESDAYS
7:00pm - 8:30pm
MS. KELSEY
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For adults literally taking their first ballet class, or for those who prefer a slower paced class. No pressure or stress if this is your absolute first ballet class. Ideal for those wanting to polish the basics and familiarize with the fundamentals.
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NO DRESS CODE
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Drop in rate: $30
Class card of ten classes: $290
Spartan class card of twenty classes: $575
PAY ON SITE FOR DROP INS
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OPEN ADULT INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED BALLET
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AGES 13+​​
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WEDNESDAYS
10:00am - 11:30am
SIMONE
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For adults with a confident and solid familiarity with ballet technique and artistry. Professionals, pre-professionals and experienced adults are welcome in this top tier ballet class.
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NO DRESS CODE
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Drop in rate: $30
Class card of ten classes: $290
Spartan class card of twenty classes: $575
PAY ON SITE FOR DROP INS
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BOYS' BALLET CLASS
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8 - 13 YEARS OLD​
(upon experience)
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THURSDAYS
5pm - 6:30pm
MARSHALL
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A curated class for boys exploring ballet. Often used as a compliment to cross training with sports such as soccer, baseball, football and hockey.
Focus on agility, strength training, technique and stamina. For those who are considering a pre-professional career in ballet, or simply passionate about the art.
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DRESS CODE: BLACK TIGHTS, WHITE SHOES, WHITE TEE & WHITE SOCKS LEOTARD
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Instructor: MARSHALL
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$25/Class
1x week monthly tuition $155
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BOYS' SUPERHERO CLASS
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AGES 4 - 8​​
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SATURDAYS
9:30am - 10:15am
MATTHEW
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A stimulating & exhilarating class for boys simply striving to save the day.
This forty five minute class harnesses a curriculum in standard superhero skills, taught by retired American Ballet Theater dancer Marshall Whiteley, himself an SDAB alumni.
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While there is an array of various skills and abilities that contribute to superheroism; SDAB's curriculum caters to greatly increasing the likelihood that those enrolled will triumph in life's victories, both big and small.
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DRESS CODE: WORKOUT WEAR AND JAZZ SHOES, BALLET SHOES OR SOCKS
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$25/Class
1x week monthly tuition $135
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