(Levels 1 - 4)
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Tuition 2025 - 2026
Class | Age | Classes Per Week | Annual | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 1 | 7+ | 1 | $980 | N/A |
Ballet 2 | 8+ | 2 | $2,025 | N/A |
Ballet 3 | 9+ | 2 | $2,110 | N/A |
Ballet 4 | 10+ | 2 | $2,340 | N/A |
Boys Jumps & Turns | 10+ | 1 | $415 | N/A |
Gaithersburg Class Schedule 2025 - 2026
Class | Age | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 1 | 7+ | 6:15 - 7:15 PM | 6:25 - 7:25 PM | ||||
Ballet 2 | 8+ | 5:15 - 6:25 PM | 7:35 - 8:45 PM | 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM | |||
Ballet 3 | 9+ | 5:00 - 6:15 PM | 6:30 - 7:45 PM | 8:50 - 10:05 AM | |||
Ballet 4 | 10+ | 7:20 - 8:50 PM | 6:15 - 7:45 PM | 12:00 - 1:30 PM | |||
Boys Jumps & Turns | 10+ | 6:45 - 8:05 PM* |
Multiple Class Discount
Class | Discount |
|---|---|
Second Class | 25% Discount |
Third Class | 35% Discount |
Fourth Class | 45% Discount |
Discounted classes are available to students enrolled in more than one class or academic ballet program.
Students are placed based on their age as of September 1, 2025. To register, please call 301-762-1757 or fill out a form to schedule a trial class to determine your student's level. Students 6.5+ will require faculty placement.
Find a Class at our Clarksburg Location!
ACADEMIC BALLET PROGRAM (LEVELS 1 - 4)
For the serious young dancer, Academic Ballet offers training in ballet technique starting at age 7, and continuing through high school, with a pre-professional dance curriculum for those students who may be interested in pursuing a career in dance. Emphasis is placed on learning classical ballet technique while building strength and flexibility, confidence, musicality, and artistry. As students progress through the program, more frequent training is required in order to accomplish the curriculum.
All-Academic Ballet programs require faculty placement and full-year enrollment. Please call the office to schedule a placement class.
Students will focus their training in either the Classical Division or Contemporary Division starting at Academic Ballet Level 5.
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Pre-Professional Beginner option is available starting at Academic Ballet Level 3. Must also take all required classes. Application required to Artistic Director.
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Performing opportunities: Academic Ballet Level 1-4 students are eligible to perform in The Nutcracker, the Winter Collective, the Spring Ballet, and the Spring Collective. In the instance that we cannot produce planned performances due to health restrictions, videos will be taken in in-studio classes and shared with parents.
Tuition 2025 - 2026
Class | Age | Required Classes Per Week | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 5 | 11+ | 3 | $3,020 |
Ballet 6 | 11+ | 3 | $3,630 |
Ballet 7 | 12+ | 4 | $4,185 |
Boys Jumps & Turns | 10+ | 1 | $415 |
Boys Technique | 12+ | 1 | $415 |
Multiple Class Discount
Class | Discount |
|---|---|
Second Class | 25% Discount |
Third Class | 35% Discount |
Fourth Class | 45% Discount |
Discounted classes are available to students enrolled in more than one class or academic ballet program.
Find a Class at our Clarksburg Location!
(Levels 5 - 7)
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Gaithersburg Class Requirements 2025 - 2026
Class | Required Classes Per Week |
|---|---|
Ballet 5 | Tuition includes 3 required ballet classes per week. |
Ballet 6 | Tuition includes 3 required ballet classes per week plus 1 optional pointe or elective. |
Ballet 6/7 | *Placement Required |
Ballet 7 | Tuition includes 4 required ballet classes per week plus 1 optional elective. |
Ballet 7/8 | *Placement Required |
Classes for Young Men | *Placement Required |
Pre-Professional Option | This is an add-on with intermediate level starting at level 5. Must also take all required classes; Application required to Artistic Director. |
Youth American Grand Prix (YAGP) | Must apply to be considered. Rehearsals, private lessons, and other meetings with artistic staff will be scheduled as needed. Expect 12-20 weeks of weekly rehearsal. Dancers are responsible also for their registration fees to YAGP, costumes, and all travel needs. |
Gaithersburg Ballet Class Schedule 2025 - 2026
Class Key T = Technique P = Pointe T/P = Technique/Pointe C = Conditioning
Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 5 | 4:40 - 5:10 (C); 5:10 - 6:40 (T) | 7:30 - 8:50 (P) | 6:35 - 8:05 (T) | |||
Ballet 6 | 4:40 - 5:10 (C); 5:10 - 6:40 (T/P) | 5:00 - 6:30 (P) | ||||
Ballet 6/7 | 5:00 - 6:30 (T)* | 10:05 - 11:45 (T)* | ||||
Ballet 7 | 3:15 - 3:30 (C); 3:30 - 5:00 (T) | |||||
Ballet 7/8 | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:10 (T)* | 5:20 - 6:45 (P)* | 5:00 - 6:30 (P)* | 10:05 - 12:00 (T/P)* | ||
Ballet 7/8 (additional Monday option) | 6:45 - 8:40* (T/P/C) | |||||
Boys Jumps & Turns | 6:45 - 8:05* | |||||
Boys Technique | 3:30 - 5:00 PM* |
Students are placed based on their age as of September 1, 2025. To register, please call 301-762-1757 or fill out a form to schedule a trial class to determine your student's level. Students 7+ will require faculty placement.
ACADEMIC BALLET PROGRAM (LEVELS 5-7)
Students will focus their training in either the Classical Division or Contemporary Division starting at Academic Ballet Level 5. The progression through the Classical Division of the Academic Ballet Program requires a traditional focus on pointe work for women, and strengthening, jumps, and partnering for men. All Academic Ballet programs require faculty placement. Please call the office to schedule your free placement class.
Application to Intermediate Pre-Professional classes is available at Academic Ballet 5 and Advanced Pre-Professional is available at Academic Ballet 8. Must also take all required classes. Acceptance required from Artistic Director.
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Performing opportunities: Academic Ballet Levels 5 through 9 are eligible to perform in The Nutcracker, the Winter Collective, the Spring Ballet, and the Spring Collective, as well as informal performances throughout the year. As part of their curriculum, these upper-level students must perform in at least one of MBT’s two major ballet productions annually to develop the artistry and confidence required to progress to the next level. In the instance that you have a known conflict with both ballet productions, please discuss with the artistic staff in advance for options to obtain performance credit.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
(Levels 8 - 9)
Multiple Class Discount
Class | Discount |
|---|---|
Second Class | 25% Discount |
Third Class | 35% Discount |
Fourth Class | 45% Discount |
Discounted classes are available to students enrolled in more than one class or academic ballet program.
Gaithersburg Class Requirements 2025 - 2026
Class | Required Classes Per Week |
|---|---|
Ballet 8 | Tuition includes 5 required ballet classes per week plus 1 optional elective. |
Ballet 9 | Tuition includes 5 required ballet classes and 1 required elective class per week. An additional elective is included. |
Pre-Professional Option | This is an add-on with advanced level starting at level 8. Must also take all required classes; Application required to Artistic Director. |
Youth American Grand Prix (YAGP) | Must apply to be considered. Rehearsals, private lessons, and other meetings with artistic staff will be scheduled as needed. Expect 12-20 weeks of weekly rehearsal. Dancers are responsible also for their registration fees to YAGP, costumes, and all travel needs. |
Ballet 8-9 Tuition 2025 - 2026
Class | Age | Required Classes Per Week | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 8 | 13+ | 5 | $4,547 |
Ballet 9 | 14+ | 6 | $4,774 |
Boys Jumps & Turns | 10+ | 1 | $415 |
Boys Technique | 12+ | 1 | $415 |
Fitness Add-On | 13+ | 1 | $200 |
Ballet 8-9 Class Schedule 2025 - 2026
T = Technique P = Pointe T/P = Technique/Pointe C = Conditioning
Class Key
Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ballet 7/8 | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:10 (T) | 5:20 - 6:45 (P) | 5:00 - 6:30 (P) | 10:05 - 12:00 (T/P) | ||
Ballet 7/8 (additional Monday option) | 6:45 - 8:40 (T/P/C) | |||||
Ballet 8 | 3:15 - 3:30 (C); 3:30 - 5:00 (T) | |||||
Ballet 8/9 | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:15 (P) | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:00 (P) | 10:05 - 12:00 (T/P) | |||
Ballet 9 | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:10 (T) | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:15 (Pre-Pro) | 3:15 - 3:30 (C); 3:30 - 5:00 (T) | 3:15 - 3:40 (C); 3:45 - 5:00 (Pre-Pro) | ||
Boys Jumps & Turns | 6:45 - 8:05* | |||||
Boys Technique | 3:30 - 5:00* |
Students are placed based on their age as of September 1, 2025. To register, please call 301-762-1757 or fill out a form to schedule a trial class to determine your student's level. Students 7+ will require faculty placement.
ACADEMIC BALLET PROGRAM (LEVELS 8-9)
The progression through the Classical Division of the Academic Ballet Program requires a traditional focus on pointe work for women, and strengthening, jumps, and partnering for men. All Academic Ballet programs require faculty placement.
Application to Advanced Pre-Professional classes is available at Academic Ballet 8 and Intermediate Pre-Professional is available at Academic Ballet 5. Must also take all required classes. Acceptance required from Artistic Director.
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Performing opportunities: Academic Ballet Levels 5 through 9 are eligible to perform in The Nutcracker, the Winter Collective, the Spring Ballet, and the Spring Collective, as well as informal performances throughout the year. As part of their curriculum, these upper-level students must perform in at least one of MBT’s two major ballet productions annually to develop the artistry and confidence required to progress to the next level. In the instance that you have a known conflict with both ballet productions, please discuss with the artistic staff in advance for options to obtain performance credit.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
(Levels 3 - 9)
Pre-Professional Tuition 2025 - 2026
Class | Age | Required Classes Per Week | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
Pre-Professional 1 | 9+ | 1 | $430 |
Pre-Professional 2 | 11+ | 1 | $430 |
Pre-Professional 3 | 12+ | 1 | $760 |
Pre-Professional 4 an Advanced | 14+ | 1 | $975 |
Gaithersburg Pre-Pro Class Requirements 2025 - 2026
Class | Required Classes Per Week |
|---|---|
Pre-Pro 1 and Pre-Pro 2 | In addition to your Academic Level requirements: 1 Elective, and 1 Pre-Pro class per week. |
Pre-Pro 3 | In addition to your Academic Level requirements: 1 Elective per week. Minimum 2 Pre-Pro class per week. |
Pre-Pro 4 and Advanced | In addition to your Academic Level requirements: 2 Electives per week. Minimum 3 Pre-Pro classes per week, but can register for as many as you like. |
*Electives include: Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Tap, Boys Classes
Pre-Professional Class Schedule 2025 - 2026
Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pre-Pro 1 | 5:35 - 6:45 | |||||
Pre-Pro 2 | 4:00 - 5:20 | |||||
Pre-Pro 3 and 4 (Variations) | 5:15 - 6:15 | 5:00 - 6:30 | ||||
Pre-Pro 3 and 4 (Contemporary) | 7:20 - 8:20 | |||||
Pre-Pro 3 and 4 (Character) | 9:00 - 10:00 | |||||
Pre-Pro 3 and 4 (Leaps & Turns) | 5:00 - 5:25 | |||||
Pre-Pro 4 and Advanced (Partnering) | 5:30 - 6:30 | |||||
Pre-Pro Advanced (Tech/Pointe) | 3:15 - 3:40 (Conditioning); 3:45 - 5:15 | 3:15 - 3:40 (Conditioning); 3:45 - 5:00 |