For nearly 35 years, José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s School has boldly challenged a centuries-old tradition of exclusion and elitism to create a more inclusive, just and humanistic approach to expert ballet training.
Creatively adapting to the current conditions triggered by COVID-19, the School is inventively embracing the technology so critical to advancing the role of dance in our reconfigured communities.
The School serves both children and adults, from the beginner to the professional. The Adult Dancers Program offers a robust curriculum of classes for adults (ages 19 and up) of all levels of experience and ability taught by dedicated and experienced professional instructors.
INTRODUCTION TO BALLET
No experience necessary!
LEVEL I
Instructor: Angie DeWolf
Monday 9:00–10:30 AM
Wednesday 9:00–10:30 AM
DATES
November 9–December 14, 2020
5 week course
LEVEL II
Instructor: Angie DeWolf
Tuesday 6:15–7:45 PM
Thursday 6:15–7:45 PM
DATES
November 10–December 17, 2020
5 week course
TUITION
$100
ELEMENTARY LEVEL
For experienced students.
MORNING COURSE
Instructor: Magdalena Gyftopoulos
Tuesday 9:00–10:30 AM
Thursday 9:00–10:30 AM
EVENING COURSE
Instructor: Patricia Chiang
Monday 7:00–8:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00–8:30 PM
DATES
October 5–December 17, 2020
10 week course
TUITION
$190
May be paid in two installments
First Installment: $100, due on enrollment
Second Installment: $90, due November 2
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
For highly experienced students.
Instructor: Magdalena Gyftopoulos
Monday 6:00–7:30 PM
Wednesday 6:00–7:30 PM
Friday 6:00–7:30 PM
DATES
October 5–December 19, 2020
10 week course
TUITION
$280
May be paid in two installments
First Installment: $150, due on enrollment
Second Installment: $130, due November 2
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Dress Code
The only traditional ballet attire required of our adult students is ballet slippers. Otherwise students may wear what is easy to move in and makes them feel most at ease: traditional leotards and tights or typical work out clothing such as leggings and tank tops. Whatever you wear we do ask that it be form-fitted, stretchy and allow for freedom of movement while allowing the teacher to see your silhouette. Longer hair should be pulled back away from the face.
Space and Equipment Requirements
We recommend a space of at least 6′ x 6′ for barre work and at least 8′ x 8′ for centre work. Additionally, we recommend that students have a ballet barre or use the back of a chair (weighted down with books to prevent it from moving) as a substitute.
Holidays
There will be no classes held October 12 (Indigenous Peoples’ Day) or November 24–28 (Thanksgiving Vacation).
Student Portal
After enrolling, you will gain access to a Student Portal where you will find important information such as guidelines for setting up your at-home class space and links to your Zoom classes.
ENROLL
Please click below to complete an Enrollment Application for Fall 2020!