(Ballet Levels 4 - 6)
UPPER DIVISION
September 8th, 2026 - June 6th, 2027
All Upper Division classes are in Gaithersburg unless noted otherwise.
Required: 4 ballet classes with Pointe/Conditioning & 1 elective
Tuition: $4,150
Recommended: 2+ electives
Ballet 4A Classes:
Mon, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Tues, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thurs, 6:00 - 8:00 PM *in Clarksburg
Fri, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Ballet 4A Recommended Electives:
Mon, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 3/4 Modern
Tues, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 3/4 Stretch & Conditioning
Thurs, 8:00 - 9:00 PM 4A Variations *in Clarksburg
Fri, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 3/4 Contemporary/Jazz
Ballet 4A
Required: 4 ballet classes with Pointe/Conditioning + 1 elective
Tuition: $4,150
Recommended: 2+ electives
Ballet 4B Classes:
Tues, 4:45 - 6:45 PM *in Clarksburg
Wed, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Thurs, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Sat, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Ballet 4B Recommended Electives:
Tues, 6:45 - 7:45 PM 4B Variations *in Clarksburg
Wed, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 3/4 Contemporary/Jazz
Thurs, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 3/4 Modern
Sat, 11:00 - 12:00 PM Level 3/4 Stretch & Conditioning
Ballet 4B
Level 4A & 4B can register for any Level 4 Contemporary/Jazz & Stretch/Conditioning elective
Required: 5 ballet classes with Pointe/Conditioning & 1 elective
Tuition: $4,774
Recommended: 2+ electives
Ballet 5 Classes:
Mon, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wed, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thurs, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Fri, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Sat, 10:00 - 12:00 PM (Level 5/6 Technique)
Ballet 5 Recommended Electives:
Mon, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Modern
Wed, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5 Variations
Thurs, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Jazz
Fri, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Contemporary/Jazz
Sat, 9:00 - 10:00 AM Level 5/6 Character
Ballet 5
Tuition is priced at minimum required classes per level. Additional classes priced by hourly tuition matrix.
$50 Registration Fee
Pay in full by Sept. 14th & receive a 2% discount!
Required: 5 ballet classes with Pointe/Conditioning & 2 electives
Tuition: $4,995
Recommended: Additional electives
Unlimited Level 6 Tuition: $5,980
Ballet 6 Classes:
Mon, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Tues, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Thurs, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Fri, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Sat, 10:00 - 12:00 PM (Level 5/6 Technique)
Ballet 6 Recommended Electives:
Mon, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Modern
Tues, 3:15 - 4:00 PM Level 6 Yoga/Pilates/Warm-Up
Tues, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 6 Variations
Thurs, 3:15 - 4:00 PM Level 6 Yoga/Pilates/Warm-Up
Thurs, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Jazz
Fri, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Level 5/6 Contemporary/Jazz
Sat, 9:00 - 10:00 AM Level 5/6 Character
Ballet 6
Additional Elective Classes
Upper Division
Mon, 6:15 - 7:15 PM Int. Tap *in Clarksburg
Tues, 7:00 - 8:15 PM Boys' Class (ages 10+)
Friday, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Partnering (by invitation)
Students are placed based in combination of their readiness and age as of September 1, 2026. To register, please call 301-762-1757 or fill out a form to schedule a trial class to determine your student's level. All students will require faculty placement into the Lower and Upper Divisions.
THE SCHOOL - UPPER DIVISION (LEVELS 4 - 6)
The School ballet levels are designed to prioritize several key components for students: readiness over age, technical mastery over speed, and confidence through consistency. The Upper Division includes Ballet 4 - Ballet 6 levels. Required weekly ballet classes support the training needs of dancers already en pointe, and expand opportunities with access to additional classes. Consistent technique training helps dancers safely develop strength, alignment, and coordination. MBT's training approach aligns with recommendations from the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS).
Level 6 represents the official pre-professional standard at MBT. This level envelops a comprehensive and rigorous program designed to prepare dancers for the next stage in their journey, whether that includes a professional dance career or personal mastery.
Performing opportunities: Upper Division students are eligible to perform in The Nutcracker, the Spring Ballet, and the end-of-year Spring Performance. Informal and community-based performances may be available throughout the year.
All Upper Division programs require faculty placement. Please call the office or fill out a form to schedule your free placement class.
