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Students who are new to Ballet Co.Laboratory must fill out an Interest Form below and may be asked to take a free placement class prior to enrolling in the Performing Arts Division. Returning students who have been placed by BCL Teaching Staff should fill out the Registration Form affiliated with their Level below to begin the registration process.

25/26 Class Schedule

School Handbook

Important Dates

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

CLASS Attire

Feminine Presenting
Camisole leotard worn over pink or skin-tone tights, with ballet slippers

Masculine Presenting
Fitted tee, black tights, socks, with ballet slippers

Gender Neutral
Any form-fitting athletic clothing paired with ballet slippers

Visit our local dance store Grand Jeté for all your attire needs.

Performance Opportunities

PAD students perform alongside the professional dancers of Ballet Co.Laboratory in two mainstage productions each season in addition to several other performances held annually in our studio theatre. Repertoire rehearsals are included in the schedule to prepare for performances throughout the season.

2025/26 Season Performance Opportunities:
The Snow Queen | December 19 - 21, 2025
Ted Mann Concert Hall (at the University of Minnesota)

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie | March 7 - 15, 2026
Ballet Co.Laboratory Studio Theatre

Mary Poppins | May 15 - 17, 2026
E.M. Pearson Theatre (at Concordia University - St. Paul)

LEVEL III

Ages 10-12 Level Color: Hunter Green
Level III students begin to add more complicated movements at the barre and in the center to build strength and stamina. In addition, dancers focus on jumping and begin to turn. Dancers will also study jazz, character dance, conditioning, and specific pre-pointe conditioning.

7.25 hours per week

New Student Interest Form - Level III

Student Name

First Name

Last Name

Student Age

Parent/Guardian Name

First Name

Last Name

Please tell us more about your past dance experience

Have you begun pointe work? If so, how long ago?

Where have you trained in dance previously and what are you looking for in a new dance school?

Returning Student Registration Form

LEVEL IV

Ages 11-14 Level Color: Navy Blue
Level IV students have solidified their basic ballet stance and focus on broadening their training in jumps and turns, advancing pointe work, and learning artistry through repertoire. Modern dance class provides dancers the opportunity to explore grounded movement and different movement textures.

8.5 hours per week

New Student Interest Form - Level IV

Student Name

First Name

Last Name

Student Age

Parent/Guardian Name

First Name

Last Name

Please tell us about your past dance experience

How many years have you been dancing en pointe?

Where have you trained in dance previously and what are you looking for in a new dance school?

Returning Student Registration Form

LEVEL V

Ages 12-16 Level Color: Cobalt
Level V students explore classical variations and other repertoire to develop their artistry and stage presence. Dancers strengthen ballet technique by taking classes both on flat and en pointe. Dancers also begin Partnering class.

11.75 hours per week

New Student Interest Form - Level V

Student Name

First Name

Last Name

Student Age

Parent/Guardian Name

First Name

Last Name

Please tell us about your past dance experience

How many years have you been en pointe?

Where have you trained in dance previously and what are you looking for in a new dance school?

Returning Student Registration Form

LEVEL VI

Ages 15-18 Level Color: Plum
Level VI students continue to develop and fine-tune their advanced ballet technique and artistry through classical and contemporary choreography. Stamina is built through technically advanced, fast-paced classes focused on developing a well-rounded dancer.

14.5 hours per week

New Student Interest Form - Level VI

Student Name

First Name

Last Name

Student Age

Parent/Guardian Name

First Name

Last Name

Please tell us more about your past dance experience.

How many years have you been dancing en pointe?

Where have you trained in dance previously and what are you looking for in a new dance school?