Young Dancers Program Dorchester
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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.
NOW OFFERING
TEENAGER’S INTRODUCTION TO BALLET
for more information and to register, follow the link below
Teenager’s Introduction to Ballet
ELEMENTARY DIVISION
For children ages 3–10. No audition necessary.
CREATIVE DANCE I
AGE 3 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Wednesday 4:30–5:15 PM
Saturday 10:15-11:00 AM
CREATIVE DANCE II
AGE 4 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Saturday 11:00–11:45 AM
PRE BALLET I
AGE 5 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Saturday 12:00–12:45 PM
PRE BALLET II
AGE 6 BY 9/1/23
1 class/week
Saturday 12:45–1:45 PM
BALLET LEVEL I
AGE 7 BY 9/1/23
1–2 classes/week
Tuesday 5:15–6:30 PM
Saturday 9:00–10:15 AM
MIDDLE DIVISION
For experienced students ages 8 and up. Audition required.
BALLET LEVEL II, YEAR 1
1–2 classes/week
Monday 5:15–6:45 PM
Wednesday 5:15–6:45 PM
BALLET LEVEL II, YEAR 2
2 classes/week
Monday 5:15–6:45 PM
Wednesday 5:15–6:45 PM
BALLET LEVEL III
2–3 classes/week
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 PM
*Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM
Friday 5:15–7:15 PM
*Saturday 9:00–11:00 AM
*Thursday and Saturday classes take place at Cambridge studio
BALLET LEVEL IV
3–4 classes/week
*Monday 4:00–6:00 PM
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 PM
*Wednesday 4:00–6:00 PM
Friday 5:15–7:15 PM
*Saturday 12:00–2:00 PM
*Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday classes take place at Cambridge studio
UPPER DIVISION
For experienced students ages 14–18. Audition required.
BALLET LEVEL V
3–5 classes/week
*Monday 4:00–6:00 PM
Wednesday 6:45–8:45 PM
*Thursday 4:00–6:00 PM
*Friday 4:00–6:00 PM
*Saturday 12:30–2:00 PM
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday classes take place at Cambridge studio
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
All YouthWorks classes take place at Cambridge studio
Please note that class schedules are subject to change based on enrollment.
CALENDAR
Calendar (YDP Dorchester 23/24)
TUITION
Tuition (YDP Dorchester 23/24)
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.
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.
ENROLL
Please click below to complete an Enrollment Application!
