Young Dancers Program Cambridge
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José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s Young Dancers Program is based on the philosophy that every student has the right to a quality ballet education. The Young Dancers Program, offering ballet training for children ages 3 to 18, has an unsurpassed reputation throughout New England for its excellent, humanistic approach to ballet education.
The Young Dancers Program offers an innovative, challenging curriculum. Individualized instruction in ballet technique, conditioning, and repertory will be given with the caring attention that is the hallmark of JMBT’s school. The Young Dancers Program distinguishes itself from other ballet programs by offering: customized, personal ballet instruction and mentoring; innovative ballet training methods that give young dancers the versatility required by today’s diverse dance world; dedicated, experienced faculty; and an impressive record of training students for professional ballet and dance careers.
ELEMENTARY DIVISION
For children ages 3–10. No audition necessary.
CREATIVE DANCE I
AGE 3 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Monday 3:30–4:15 PM
Wednesday 3:30–4:15 PM
Saturday 9:45–10:30 AM (class full)
CREATIVE DANCE II
AGE 4 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Monday 4:15–5:00 PM (class full)
Wednesday 5:00–5:45 PM (class full)
Saturday 9:00–9:45 AM (class full)
Saturday 10:30–11:15 AM (class full)
PRE BALLET I
AGE 5 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Monday 5:00–5:45 PM (class full)
Wednesday 4:15–5:00 PM (class full)
Saturday 10:00–10:45 AM (class full)
PRE BALLET II
AGE 6 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Tuesday 5:15–6:15 PM (class full)
Wednesday 5:15–6:15 PM (class full)
Saturday 9:00–10:00 AM
Saturday 10:45–11:45 AM (class full)
BALLET LEVEL I
AGE 7 BY 9/1/23
1–2 classes/week
Tuesday 4:00–5:15 PM
Wednesday 4:00–5:15 PM (class full)
Saturday 12:45–2:00 PM
MIDDLE DIVISION
For experienced students ages 8 and up. Audition required.
BALLET LEVEL II, YEAR 1
1–2 classes/week
Tuesday 4:00–5:15 PM (class full)
Saturday 9:00–10:15 AM
BALLET LEVEL II, YEAR 2
2–3 classes/week
Monday 4:00–5:30 PM
Thursday 4:00–5:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
BALLET LEVEL III
2–3 classes/week
Tuesday 4:00–6:00 PM (class full)
Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM (class full)
Saturday 9:00–11:00 AM
BALLET LEVEL IV
3–4 classes/week
Monday 4:00–6:00 PM
Wednesday 4:00–6:00 PM
Friday 4:00–6:00 PM
Saturday 12:00–2:00 PM
UPPER DIVISION
For experienced students ages 14–18. Audition required.
BALLET LEVEL V
3–5 classes/week
Monday 4:00–6:00 PM
Wednesday 4:00–6:00 PM
Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM
Friday 4:00–6:00 PM
Saturday 12:30–2:00 PM
BALLET LEVEL VI
3–6 classes/week
Monday 4:00–6:00 PM
Tuesday 4:00–6:00 PM
Wednesday 4:00–6:00 PM
Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM
Friday 4:00–6:00 PM
Saturday 12:30–2:00 PM
YOUTHWORKS
By audition only
3 classes/week
Monday 6:00–7:00 PM
Wednesday 6:00–7:00 PM
Saturday 2:00–3:30 PM
Please note that class schedules are subject to change based on enrollment.
CALENDAR
Calendar (YDP Cambridge 23/24)
TUITION
Tuition is prorated as registration for YDP is open year-round and updated accordingly on the enrollment application.
For the current tuition figures, please contact Emily Slevin, the Studio Programs Manager, at eslevin@ballettheatre.org.
DRESS CODE
HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS
We have prepared our space to receive you in as practical and safe a way as possible. We are taking steps to improve ventilation, sanitation, and circulation.
As a reminder, we ask students to respect the following protocols:
— Face coverings are not required, although students may choose to wear them if they wish.
— Students are encouraged to maintain basic hygiene, including hand washing as necessary.
— In order to minimize gathering, we ask that students arrive dressed for class.
— If you are sick or experiencing symptoms, we encourage you to consider staying home.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial aid is available on a need-basis.
AUDITION
Students age 8 or older who were not previously enrolled in the 2022-23 Young Dancers Program will be asked to attend a placement class. To schedule a placement class, please email us at registration@ballettheatre.org.