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 9/1/24
1 class/week
Monday 3:30–4:15 PM
Wednesday 3:30–4:15 PM
Saturday 9:45–10:30 AM
Saturday 11:15 AM–12:00 PM
CREATIVE DANCE II
AGE 4 BY 9/1/24
1 class/week
Monday 4:15–5:00 PM
Wednesday 5:00–5:45 PM
Saturday 9:00–9:45 AM
Saturday 10:30–11:15 AM
PRE BALLET I
AGE 5 BY 9/1/24
1 class/week
Monday 5:00–5:45 PM
Wednesday 4:15–5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00–10:45 AM
Saturday 11:45 AM–12:30 PM
PRE BALLET II
AGE 6 BY 9/1/24
1 class/week
Tuesday 5:15–6:15 PM
Wednesday 5:15–6:15 PM
Saturday 9:00–10:00 AM
Saturday 10:45–11:45 AM
BALLET LEVEL I
AGE 7 BY 9/1/24
1–2 classes/week
Tuesday 4:00–5:15 PM
Wednesday 4:00–5:15 PM
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
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
Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM
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
The 2024-25 school calendar will be confirmed by May 1, 2024. We are waiting to align with the Cambridge and Boston Public Schools calendar for 2024-25. For reference, please view the 2023-24 for similar dates below.
TUITION
Tuition can be paid in full upon registration or in six installments throughout the school year.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial aid is available on a need-basis.
Typical families of four without special needs with a household income under $100,000 are recommended to apply.
Financial Aid Application Requirements
DRESS CODE
All students are required to adhere to the dress code outlined below. For more information on where to purchase the required dancewear, please email us at registration@ballettheatre.org.
AUDITION
Students age 8 or older who were not previously enrolled in the 2023-24 Young Dancers Program will be asked to attend a placement class. To schedule a placement class, please email us at registration@ballettheatre.org.
Questions about our Young Dancers Program? Read our FAQ and Terms & Conditions here.
