2025/2026
3-5 Year Monday Ballet/Tap
3 to 5 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
3 to 5 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
Monday
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
3
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ESD
7+ Years Primary Mon
7-10+ Years Primary Ballet
Meets twice a week for 2-hours per week.
7-Year-Olds- New 8 – 10 Year-Olds: Will take two Primary classes per week
New 11 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 1 classes
New 12 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 2 classes
Students must be 7 by Christmas to enroll in this class. Students new-to-dance ages 11 – 12 years old, may take Primary for a few months in addition to their Grade 1 or Grade 2 classes.
* See electives below (Modern 1, Tap, and Drama)
Exams: April 18th All Primary students will participate in Exams.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
7-10+ Years Primary Ballet
Meets twice a week for 2-hours per week.
7-Year-Olds- New 8 – 10 Year-Olds: Will take two Primary classes per week
New 11 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 1 classes
New 12 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 2 classes
Students must be 7 by Christmas to enroll in this class. Students new-to-dance ages 11 – 12 years old, may take Primary for a few months in addition to their Grade 1 or Grade 2 classes.
* See electives below (Modern 1, Tap, and Drama)
Exams: April 18th All Primary students will participate in Exams.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
3
ESD
ESD
Modern 2
MODERN 2: Grade 3 & Grade 4 Students
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet. Ballet levels Grade 3 and Grade 4.
Mondays 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Modern 2 continues to build on the principles introduced in Modern 1 and develops basic modern dance concepts such as contract/release and fall/recover. This class emphasizes moving through space with confidence, clarity, and intention.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
MODERN 2: Grade 3 & Grade 4 Students
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet. Ballet levels Grade 3 and Grade 4.
Mondays 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Modern 2 continues to build on the principles introduced in Modern 1 and develops basic modern dance concepts such as contract/release and fall/recover. This class emphasizes moving through space with confidence, clarity, and intention.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Monday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
2
ESD
ESD
Level 5&6 with Pointe Mon
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
Our exams provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
Our teachers are qualified, experienced and have a passion for dance and their students. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 5 & LEVEL 6 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 4 exam OR placement by a director. This is such an important level, our syllabus prepares each student for entering the Advanced Classes.
Meets twice a week for 4-hours 15-minutes per week including a pointe class. A third ballet class per week is always an advantage
* See electives below (Modern 3, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays (with pointe) 4:30 – 6:15
Thursdays (with pointe) 6:00 – 8:30
Exams: Level 6 exam students also take at least one Level 7 class a week and are recommended to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes as well as intensives. Progress through this level takes one to three years. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production.
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
Our exams provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
Our teachers are qualified, experienced and have a passion for dance and their students. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 5 & LEVEL 6 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 4 exam OR placement by a director. This is such an important level, our syllabus prepares each student for entering the Advanced Classes.
Meets twice a week for 4-hours 15-minutes per week including a pointe class. A third ballet class per week is always an advantage
* See electives below (Modern 3, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays (with pointe) 4:30 – 6:15
Thursdays (with pointe) 6:00 – 8:30
Exams: Level 6 exam students also take at least one Level 7 class a week and are recommended to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes as well as intensives. Progress through this level takes one to three years. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production.
Monday
4:45 PM to 6:30 PM
4:45 PM to 6:30 PM
ESD
Grade 4 Mon
BALLET GRADE 4
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 3 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
Meets twice a week total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
BALLET GRADE 4
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 3 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
Meets twice a week total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Monday
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
2
ESD
ESD
Level 7/8/9 with Pointe Mon
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
Pre-requisite is a successful Level 6 exam OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of twice a week for 4-hours 45-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Monday and Friday Advanced Level 9-8-7 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern , Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Tuesdays 4:45pm – 6:45pm
Exams: Level 7 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and intensives. Progress through this level takes two or more years at minimum. Exams usually take place in April.
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
Pre-requisite is a successful Level 6 exam OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of twice a week for 4-hours 45-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Monday and Friday Advanced Level 9-8-7 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern , Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Tuesdays 4:45pm – 6:45pm
Exams: Level 7 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and intensives. Progress through this level takes two or more years at minimum. Exams usually take place in April.
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Monday
6:15 PM to 8:45 PM
6:15 PM to 8:45 PM
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3-4 Year Tuesday Beginner Ballet/Tap
3 or 4 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
3 or 4 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
Tuesday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
3
ESD
ESD
Modern 1
MODERN 1: Primary – Grade 2 Students
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet.
Tuesdays 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Modern 1 is an introduction to modern and contemporary dance technique including articulation of the spine, isolation of different parts of the body, weight changes, turns, levels, and dynamics. Individual exploration and expression in movement are also encouraged in each class.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
MODERN 1: Primary – Grade 2 Students
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet.
Tuesdays 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Modern 1 is an introduction to modern and contemporary dance technique including articulation of the spine, isolation of different parts of the body, weight changes, turns, levels, and dynamics. Individual exploration and expression in movement are also encouraged in each class.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
2
ESD
ESD
5-6 Year Tuesday PrePrimary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
4:45 PM to 5:45 PM
3
ESD
ESD
Level 7 Tue
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 7 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Level 6 exam OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of twice a week for 4-hours 45-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Monday and Friday Advanced Level 9-8-7 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern , Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Tuesdays 4:45pm – 6:45pm
CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR LEVEL 7 STUDENTS
Exams: Level 7 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and intensives. Progress through this level takes two or more years at minimum. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 7 and Level 8 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 7 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Level 6 exam OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of twice a week for 4-hours 45-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Monday and Friday Advanced Level 9-8-7 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern , Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Tuesdays 4:45pm – 6:45pm
CLICK HERE FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR LEVEL 7 STUDENTS
Exams: Level 7 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and intensives. Progress through this level takes two or more years at minimum. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 7 and Level 8 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 6:45 PM
4:45 PM to 6:45 PM
1
ESD
ESD
Grade 1 Tue
BALLET GRADE 1
Pre-requisite is a successful Primary exam OR placement by director. Ages 8 – 12 years old; minimum of 8 years in August.
* See elective classes below (Modern 1, Tap, Hip Hop 1, and Drama)
Meets twice a week for 2-hours and 15-minutes per week. Both classes are required.
Tuesdays 5:45pm – 6:45pm
Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
BALLET GRADE 1
Pre-requisite is a successful Primary exam OR placement by director. Ages 8 – 12 years old; minimum of 8 years in August.
* See elective classes below (Modern 1, Tap, Hip Hop 1, and Drama)
Meets twice a week for 2-hours and 15-minutes per week. Both classes are required.
Tuesdays 5:45pm – 6:45pm
Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
3
ESD
ESD
Level 8&9 with Pointe Wed
ADVANCED PROGRAM
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 8-9 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful exam from previous level OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of three days a week for 6-hours 30-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Tuesday and Friday Advanced Level 7-8 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Fridays 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 8 and Level 9 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee Program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
ADVANCED PROGRAM
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 8-9 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful exam from previous level OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of three days a week for 6-hours 30-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Tuesday and Friday Advanced Level 7-8 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Fridays 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 8 and Level 9 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee Program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
Wednesday
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
ESD
Grade 3 Wed
BALLET GRADE 3
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 2 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
.
Meets twice a week for a total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
BALLET GRADE 3
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 2 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
.
Meets twice a week for a total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 6:15 PM
4:45 PM to 6:15 PM
ESD
Grade 4 Wed
BALLET GRADE 4
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 3 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
Meets twice a week total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
BALLET GRADE 4
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 3 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 2, Tap, Hip Hop, and Drama)
Meets twice a week total of 3-hours per week.
Mondays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Wednesdays 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 6:15 PM
4:45 PM to 6:15 PM
ESD
Tap
Tap is a combined class consisting of beginner – advanced students and is personally customized to meet the needs of each tapper. Beginner/intermediate level students will be introduced to and continue to polish basic tap steps while introducing various combinations of steps and turns as the students progress. The class is structured to accommodate beginners as well as continuing tap students while remaining challenging and fun for all. Each class concludes with games that allow the students to work on their tap skills in a fun, engaging manner.
Through each class, the warm-up, traveling combinations, and center arrangements are designed to start at a beginner level and progress towards more advanced technique through the addition of turns, extra sounds, and acceleration of speed. Flash steps such as wings and variations on pullbacks are introduced at this level.
Performance
Christmas: Tap students may either perform at a Christmas function, or perform, in costume, for various classes at the studio to celebrate the Christmas season.
Theatrical Production: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Tap is a combined class consisting of beginner – advanced students and is personally customized to meet the needs of each tapper. Beginner/intermediate level students will be introduced to and continue to polish basic tap steps while introducing various combinations of steps and turns as the students progress. The class is structured to accommodate beginners as well as continuing tap students while remaining challenging and fun for all. Each class concludes with games that allow the students to work on their tap skills in a fun, engaging manner.
Through each class, the warm-up, traveling combinations, and center arrangements are designed to start at a beginner level and progress towards more advanced technique through the addition of turns, extra sounds, and acceleration of speed. Flash steps such as wings and variations on pullbacks are introduced at this level.
Performance
Christmas: Tap students may either perform at a Christmas function, or perform, in costume, for various classes at the studio to celebrate the Christmas season.
Theatrical Production: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
3
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ESD
3-4 Year Thursday Beginner Ballet/Tap
3 or 4 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
3 or 4 years old in August. This 45-minute class begins with 30 minutes of dance/ballet and ends with 15 minutes of tap.
Thursday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
2
ESD
ESD
5-6 Year Thursday AM PrePrimary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
Thursday
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
3
ESD
ESD
Modern 4
MODERN 4/CONDITIONING FOR DANCE: LEVEL 8&9 and 2nd Year LEVEL 7s
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet.
Thursdays 3:30 – 4:45
Meets once and week and extends the modern dance technique foundation with the intention of each student developing an intentional and thoughtful approach to all styles of dance. Individual and ensemble improvisation structures are introduced and practiced at this level as well, helping to build confidence in each dancer and support for all members of the class.
The conditioning portion is built in throughout the class. This part of the class is dedicated to strengthening areas of weakness for dancers, focusing on primarily their core, back, and upper body, as well as flexibility and stretching techniques.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
MODERN 4/CONDITIONING FOR DANCE: LEVEL 8&9 and 2nd Year LEVEL 7s
Pre-requisite is enrollment in ballet.
Thursdays 3:30 – 4:45
Meets once and week and extends the modern dance technique foundation with the intention of each student developing an intentional and thoughtful approach to all styles of dance. Individual and ensemble improvisation structures are introduced and practiced at this level as well, helping to build confidence in each dancer and support for all members of the class.
The conditioning portion is built in throughout the class. This part of the class is dedicated to strengthening areas of weakness for dancers, focusing on primarily their core, back, and upper body, as well as flexibility and stretching techniques.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Thursday
3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
1
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ESD
7+ Years Primary Thur
7-10+ Years Primary Ballet
Meets twice a week for 2-hours per week.
7-Year-Olds- New 8 – 10 Year-Olds: Will take two Primary classes per week
New 11 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 1 classes
New 12 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 2 classes
Students must be 7 by Christmas to enroll in this class. Students new-to-dance ages 11 – 12 years old, may take Primary for a few months in addition to their Grade 1 or Grade 2 classes.
* See electives below (Modern 1, Tap, and Drama)
Exams: April 18th All Primary students will participate in Exams.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
7-10+ Years Primary Ballet
Meets twice a week for 2-hours per week.
7-Year-Olds- New 8 – 10 Year-Olds: Will take two Primary classes per week
New 11 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 1 classes
New 12 Year-Olds: Will take one to two Primary class per week and two Grade 2 classes
Students must be 7 by Christmas to enroll in this class. Students new-to-dance ages 11 – 12 years old, may take Primary for a few months in addition to their Grade 1 or Grade 2 classes.
* See electives below (Modern 1, Tap, and Drama)
Exams: April 18th All Primary students will participate in Exams.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
2
ESD
ESD
Grade 2 Thur
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 1 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 1, Tap, Hip Hop 1, and Drama)
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Meets twice a week for 2-hours and 30-minutes per week. Both classes are required.
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 1 exam OR placement by a director.
* See elective classes below (Modern 1, Tap, Hip Hop 1, and Drama)
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Meets twice a week for 2-hours and 30-minutes per week. Both classes are required.
Tuesdays 5:30pm – 6:45pm
Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Exams: Usually mid April.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
4:30 PM to 5:45 PM
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5-6 Year Thursday PM PrePrimary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
5-7 Year Pre-Primary Ballet
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
3
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Level 5&6 with Pointe Thur
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
Our exams provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
Our teachers are qualified, experienced and have a passion for dance and their students. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 5 & LEVEL 6 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 4 exam OR placement by a director. This is such an important level, our syllabus prepares each student for entering the Advanced Classes.
Meets twice a week for 4-hours 15-minutes per week including a pointe class. A third ballet class per week is always an advantage
* See electives below (Modern 3, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays (with pointe) 4:30 – 6:15
Thursdays (with pointe) 6:00 – 8:30
Exams: Level 6 exam students also take at least one Level 7 class a week and are recommended to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes as well as intensives. Progress through this level takes one to three years. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production.
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
Our exams provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
Our teachers are qualified, experienced and have a passion for dance and their students. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 5 & LEVEL 6 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful Grade 4 exam OR placement by a director. This is such an important level, our syllabus prepares each student for entering the Advanced Classes.
Meets twice a week for 4-hours 15-minutes per week including a pointe class. A third ballet class per week is always an advantage
* See electives below (Modern 3, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays (with pointe) 4:30 – 6:15
Thursdays (with pointe) 6:00 – 8:30
Exams: Level 6 exam students also take at least one Level 7 class a week and are recommended to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes as well as intensives. Progress through this level takes one to three years. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
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Hip Hop
Hip Hop is a combined class that is an introduction to hip hop movement through advanced hip hop. This class enhances concepts including musicality, coordination, rhythm, style, and improvisation. Hip Hop encourages students to step outside the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movement while building strength and stamina as well.
Performance – All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Hip Hop is a combined class that is an introduction to hip hop movement through advanced hip hop. This class enhances concepts including musicality, coordination, rhythm, style, and improvisation. Hip Hop encourages students to step outside the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movement while building strength and stamina as well.
Performance – All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production.
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
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Level 8&9 Fri
ADVANCED PROGRAM
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 8-9 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful exam from previous level OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of three days a week for 6-hours 30-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Tuesday and Friday Advanced Level 7-8 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Fridays 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 8 and Level 9 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee Program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
ADVANCED PROGRAM
Directors may place students in more than one level – depending on age and ability.
These daily advanced classes, led by exceptional advances instructors, elevate dancers to the next level. Students develop refined technique, confident expression, and physical freedom—enabling them to share their message through movement! Our training prepares dancers for collegiate programs (many Excelsior students have received substantial scholarships) and a wide range of dance-related as well as artistic vocations, equipping them for whatever future the Lord has planned.
Our goal is to nurture and help each student develop in dance and vision, as well as to learn to enjoy the self-discipline involved as their skills and artistry grow.
The exams, and the exercise of self-discipline provide individual goals and are highly successful and rewarding for our students.
We are truly blessed to enjoy the excellent Advanced teachers – who are very qualified, very experienced and have a passion for dance. They are leaders and role models, in addition, most of them are currently professional dancers having traveled the world many times with Ballet Excelsior of Houston. They bring a wealth of knowledge to each class and understand exams thoroughly; and with care and diligence, they know how to coach students.
BALLET LEVEL 8-9 WITH POINTE
Pre-requisite is a successful exam from previous level OR placement by a director.
Meets a minimum of three days a week for 6-hours 30-minutes per week including a pointe class. Vocationally minded or exam students also take the Tuesday and Friday Advanced Level 7-8 in addition to maintaining strength over the summer break.
* See electives below (Modern, Tap, and Drama)
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:45pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Fridays 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exams: Level 8 and Level 9 exam students are required to take the Advanced classes four days a week, as well as Modern and Conditioning. In addition, they are required to maintain strength over the summer months by attending ballet classes and Intensives. Progress through each of these levels takes two years minimum each. Exams usually take place in April.
Performance: Students will perform in both:
Dance With A Purpose: – Our annual fundraiser concert towards the end of the first semester.
Theatrical Production: End-of-year Theatrical Production usually at the beginning of June.
Level 8 and Level 9 students are eligible to be a part of the BET (Ballet Excelsior Trainee Program) for more ministry/performance opportunities.
Friday
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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Drama
Drama introduces students to acting techniques and the art of communicating meaning and intent on the stage. In this class, students will enhance skills including creativity, improvisation, imagination, and concentration using both verbal and nonverbal means of communication. Drama students will have weekly opportunities to perform with and in front of their peers, developing expertise in both confidence and teamwork.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production or an in-studio drama.
Drama introduces students to acting techniques and the art of communicating meaning and intent on the stage. In this class, students will enhance skills including creativity, improvisation, imagination, and concentration using both verbal and nonverbal means of communication. Drama students will have weekly opportunities to perform with and in front of their peers, developing expertise in both confidence and teamwork.
Performance: All students will perform in the end-of-year Theatrical Production or an in-studio drama.
Friday
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
6:00 PM to 7:15 PM
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