Community Division 2025-2026

Name
Days
Location
Join the announcement list for Fall 2026
Register to join the Fall 2026 Announcement list!

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Join the announcement list for Summer 2026
Register to join the Summer 2026 Announcement list for Summer Intensives and Camps!

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Community Ballet (Ages 7-12) SPRING
Community Ballet is a FREE group class for children ages 7-12 (Dancers must be 7 by September 3). This class is a collaboration between Portland Youth Dance and Portland Ballet, aiming to enrich the community through free beginner-level ballet classes to children in need in the Greater Portland area. Classes incorporate technique, stretching, musicality, and choreography. This class runs in 11-week sessions throughout the year. Students MUST be registered through the PB Office.

Fall: September 2 - November 15
Winter: November 17 - March 7
Spring: March 9 - May 30
Wednesday
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Community Ballet (Ages 7-12) WINTER
Community Ballet is a FREE group class for children ages 7-12 (Dancers must be 7 by September 3). This class is a collaboration between Portland Youth Dance and Portland Ballet, aiming to enrich the community through free beginner-level ballet classes to children in need in the Greater Portland area. Classes incorporate technique, stretching, musicality, and choreography. This class runs in 11-week sessions throughout the year. Students MUST be registered through the PB Office.

Fall: September 2 - November 15
Winter: November 17 - March 7
Spring: March 9 - May 30
Wednesday
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
WEDS. Ballet Essentials (True Beginner) - Winter 2 (2/25-3/25; 7pm-8pm)
Ballet Essentials (Teen/Adult True Beginner), Winter 2
Wednesdays 7pm-8pm
2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25

Ballet Essentials is a 5-week group class for beginner ballet students. This class is intended for Teen and Adult beginner students to learn ballet basics in order to move into our Beginner/Intermediate drop-in classes, or move into Portland School of Ballet's Senior Division. Students may also re-enroll for the next session of Ballet Essentials. Missed classes may not be transferred to another session.

Attire: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - April 3
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - Please register under the child's name
April 3 - 10:00am-10:30am

Parents and Caregivers have fun and engage with their children (ages 1-3) and each other through dance, rhythms and music. Designed to inspire movement through observation, dance and creative exploration, these classes focus on engaging children to find expression through movement. Children should be comfortable walking independently.

Parents and Caregivers are expected to attend and participate with their children in this class. (1 adult per child.)

Attire for adults: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery. Outside footwear will not be permitted in the studio.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - February 6
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - Please register under the child's name
February 6 - 10:00am-10:30am

Parents and Caregivers have fun and engage with their children (ages 1-3) and each other through dance, rhythms and music. Designed to inspire movement through observation, dance and creative exploration, these classes focus on engaging children to find expression through movement. Children should be comfortable walking independently.

Parents and Caregivers are expected to attend and participate with their children in this class. (1 adult per child.)

Attire for adults: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery. Outside footwear will not be permitted in the studio.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - March 6
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - Please register under the child's name
March 6 - 10:00am-10:30am

Parents and Caregivers have fun and engage with their children (ages 1-3) and each other through dance, rhythms and music. Designed to inspire movement through observation, dance and creative exploration, these classes focus on engaging children to find expression through movement. Children should be comfortable walking independently.

Parents and Caregivers are expected to attend and participate with their children in this class. (1 adult per child.)

Attire for adults: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery. Outside footwear will not be permitted in the studio.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - May 1
Baby & Me (Ages 1-3 w/an Adult) - Please register under the child's name
May 1 - 10:00am-10:30am

Parents and Caregivers have fun and engage with their children (ages 1-3) and each other through dance, rhythms and music. Designed to inspire movement through observation, dance and creative exploration, these classes focus on engaging children to find expression through movement. Children should be comfortable walking independently.

Parents and Caregivers are expected to attend and participate with their children in this class. (1 adult per child.)

Attire for adults: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery. Outside footwear will not be permitted in the studio.
Friday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
FRI - Ballet Essentials (True Beginner) - Winter 2 (2/27-3/27; 7pm-8pm)
Ballet Essentials (Teen/Adult True Beginner), Winter 2
FRIDAYS 7pm-8pm
2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

Ballet Essentials is a 5-week group class for beginner ballet students. This class is intended for Teen and Adult beginner students to learn ballet basics in order to move into our Beginner/Intermediate drop-in classes, or move into Portland School of Ballet's Senior Division. Students may also re-enroll for the next session of Ballet Essentials. Missed classes may not be transferred to another session.

Attire: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery.
Friday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet

Young Dancer Division 2025-2026

Name
Days
Location
Creative Movement (Tuesdays) - Spring
Creative Movement
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:00pm, 11 weeks
MUST BE AGE 3 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies

Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Tuesday
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Pre-Ballet 2 (Tuesdays) - Spring
Pre-Ballet 2
Tuesdays, 4:00-4:45pm, 11 weeks
Weeks of March 9-May 30
MUST BE AGE 6 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies

Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Pre-Ballet 1 (Wednesdays) - Spring
Pre-Ballet 1
Wednesdays, 4:00-4:45pm, 11 weeks
Weeks of March 9 - May 30
MUST BE AGE 5 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies
Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Creative Movement (Saturdays) - Spring
Creative Movement
Saturdays, 9:00-9:30am, 11 weeks
Weeks of March 9 - May 30
MUST BE AGE 3 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies

Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Saturday
9:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Pre-Ballet 1 (Saturdays) - Spring
Pre-Ballet 1
Saturdays, 9:30-10:15am, 11 weeks
Spring: March 9-May 30
MUST BE AGE 5 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies

Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Saturday
9:30 AM to 10:15 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Pre-Ballet 2 (Saturdays) - Spring
Pre-Ballet 2
Saturdays, 10:15-11:00am, 11 weeks
Weeks of March 9-May 30
MUST BE AGE 6 BY SEPTEMBER 1 2025
*Please check Handbook for Uniform and Calendar available at portlandballet.org/schedule-policies

Spring Trimester 2026 (March 9 - May 30)
Monday, March 9 — First day of trimester
Monday, April 20 - Saturday, April 25 — No classes (April Break)
Monday, May 25 — No Classes (Memorial Day)
Saturday, May 31 — Last day of school year
Saturday
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
Portland School of Ballet

Junior Division 2025-2026

Name
Days
Location
Ages 7-10: Register for a trial class!
Register and a member of our staff will be in touch!

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet

Senior Division 2025-2026

Name
Days
Location
Ages 11+: Register for a trial class!
Register and a member of our staff will be in touch!

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM
Portland School of Ballet

Pre-Professional Division 2025-2026

Name
Days
Location
PPD Young Men's Class (Tues. February 3-May 5)
For young men in the Pre-Professional Division. For others who are interested in joining please contact office@portlandballet.org to discuss,

Tuesdays 7pm-7:30pm
February 3, February 10, February 24
March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31
April 7, April 14, April 28, May 5
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet

February Break 2026

Name
Days
Location
Revisiting Ballet Mini-Series - Monday Drop-In 5:30pm-6:30pm
MONDAY CLASS ONLY - Drop in sign up
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Ballet Foundations for Musical Theater Workshop
Ballet is one of the building blocks that many musical theater performers rely on for performing and auditioning. This workshop will introduce teens who like to perform to the essentials of ballet, preparing them to understand commonly used terminology, movements, and positions for holding oneself gracefully.
Wednesday
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Revisiting Ballet Mini-Series - Wednesday Drop-In 5:30pm-6:30pm
WEDNESDAY CLASS ONLY - Drop in sign up
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Revisiting Ballet Mini-Series - Friday Drop-In 5:30pm-6:30pm
FRIDAY CLASS ONLY - Drop in sign up
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Revisiting Ballet Mini-Series (M/W/F, 5:30pm-6:30pm)
This 3-session mini course is perfect for busy adults, parents, and working professionals who haven't been in a dance studio in years/decades, yet would love to jump back into the joys of ballet! Instruction will include a refresh of ballet essentials, knowing that the class has prior experience, and will help students find their ballet vocabulary and range once again! Class intended for ages 35+.

Advanced/Professional level dancers are encouraged to attend our intermediate drop in classes: https://www.portlandballet.org/openclasses
Monday Wednesday Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet

Summer 2026

Name
Days
Location
Creative Movement Camp - Forest Friends (July 20-24)
Creative Movement Camp, Forest Friends
Monday - Friday, from 9:30-11:30am
July 20-24

Let your creativity run wild this summer! Creative Movement Camps are intended for 3-5 year olds and will include a daily ballet class, story, a short snack break, creative movement, and art.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Creative Movement Camp - Garden Magic (June 29-July 3)
Creative Movement Camp, Garden Magic
Monday - Friday, from 9:30-11:30am
June 29-July 3

Let your creativity run wild this summer! Creative Movement Camps are intended for 3-5 year olds and will include a daily ballet class, story, a short snack break, creative movement, and art.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Creative Movement Camp - Under the Sea (July 13-17)
Creative Movement Camp, Under the Sea
Monday - Friday, from 9:30-11:30am
July 13-17

Let your creativity run wild this summer! Creative Movement Camps are intended for 3-5 year olds and will include a daily ballet class, story, a short snack break, creative movement, and art.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Junior Intensive - Napoli (July 6-10)
Junior Intensive, Napoli (July 6-July 10)
Monday-Friday from 9:30am-12:30pm

Set on the sunny Italian seaside, Napoli is a joyful adventure where young dancers explore the classical ballet inspired by August Bournonville’s beloved masterpiece. Portland Ballet's Junior Intensive is a fun and varied program, geared toward students ENTERING PSB's Junior Division Levels 2, 3, or 4 or their equivalent (ages 8-11) next school year, who want to maintain their training over summer. Each day will consist of a ballet technique class, stretch & strengthening, time for crafts, and choreography.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Junior Intensive - Rodeo (June 22-26)
Junior Intensive, Session 1 - Rodeo (June 22-26)
Monday-Friday from 9:30am-12:30pm

Inspired by Aaron Copland’s 'Rodeo', this high-energy summer camp brings the spirit of the Wild West to life through ballet, music, and movement. The Portland Ballet Junior Intensive is a fun and varied program, geared toward students ENTERING PSB's Junior Division Levels 2, 3, or 4 or their equivalent (ages 8-11) next school year, who want to maintain their training over summer. Each day will consist of a ballet technique class, stretch & strengthening, time for crafts, and choreography.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Portland School of Ballet
Young Dancer Camp - The Four Seasons (July 20-24)
Young Dancer Camp - The Four Seasons (July 20-24)
Monday - Friday, from 9:30-11:30am

Young Dancer Summer Camps are intended for 5-7 year olds (entering Pre-Ballet or JD1) and will include a daily ballet class, story, a short snack break, creative movement, and art. 5 students must be registered for this program to run.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet
Young Dancer Camp - To The Moon And Back (June 22-26)
Young Dancer Camp - To The Moon And Back (June 22-26)
Monday - Friday, from 9:30-11:30am

Young Dancer Summer Camps are intended for 5-7 year olds (entering Pre-Ballet or JD1) and will include a daily ballet class, story, a short snack break, creative movement, and art. 5 students must be registered for this program to run.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Portland School of Ballet