Our Pre-Pointe Program is designed for dedicated ballet students ages 9–14 who are ready to advance their classical ballet training. Following the Vaganova Method, students receive comprehensive instruction focused on developing the strength, alignment, artistry, and technical foundation necessary for future pointe work.

To provide individualized attention and ensure proper technical development, class sizes are intentionally kept small. Enrollment is limited, and once the class reaches capacity, a waiting list will be established. Families on the waiting list will be notified as openings become available. While waiting for enrollment, students are welcome to schedule private lessons.

Class Schedule

Season: August–May

• August – September 14

  • Monday: 5:00–6:30 PM

  • Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00–8:30 PM

• September 16 – October 19

  • Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00–6:30 PM

• October 21 – December 1

  • Monday: 5:00–6:30 PM

  • Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00–8:30 PM

• December 2 – December 18

  • Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00–6:30 PM

• January

  • Monday: 5:00–6:30 PM

  • Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00–8:30 PM

• February

  • Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00–6:30 PM

• March

  • Monday: 5:00–6:30 PM

  • Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00–8:30 PM

• April – May

  • Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00–6:30 PM

Each class meets for 1.5 hours, providing students with consistent, high-quality training throughout the season. Please see Calendar Chart for better view of the schedule.

Ballet Class Dress Code

To promote discipline, uniformity, and proper technique, all students are expected to follow the dress code for every class.

• Monday & Wednesday: Black ballet leotard required. (So Danca Gionata-SL126 or Gioconda-SL96 according to size needed. This brand can tend to run small, size up if needed.)

• Thursday: Free Dress Thursday! Students may wear a ballet leotard in any color or style of their choice.

• Tights: Classical Ballet Pink Tights. (Body Wrappers, Capezio, Bloch)

• Shoes: Split sole canvas ballet shoes. (pink or skin tone in Eurotard or Bloch)

• Hair: Hair must be secured in a neat classical ballet bun before class begins.

• Water Bottle: Bring a labeled water bottle to every class.

• Yoga Mat: Required for conditioning and stretching.

Students are expected to arrive dressed and ready for class to help maintain a focused, professional learning environment.

Tuition & Fees

• Monthly Tuition: $250*

• Annual Registration Fee: $35

Performance Opportunity

Students will participate in our Spring Show held in May. Performance details, recital fees, and costume information will be announced later in the season.

Our Pre-Pointe Program emphasizes discipline, consistency, and excellence in classical ballet training while fostering confidence, artistry, and a lifelong appreciation for the art of ballet.

**Because of this year's rotating schedule, we understand that the class times may not work for every family. If your dancer is unable to attend all scheduled classes, please speak with the instructor about a modified class schedule. Reduced tuition may be available for dancers attending fewer classes per week, based on their individual schedule and needs.

July 27-31, 2026

Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Decatur, Georgia
Ages 9–14

Give your dancer the opportunity to strengthen their technique, build confidence, and make meaningful progress in a focused and supportive environment.

This one-week ballet intensive is designed for dedicated young dancers who want to improve their classical training through structured daily instruction and personalized coaching.

Program Focus

Participants will work on:

• Classical ballet technique

• Strength and flexibility

• Turns, jumps, and coordination

• Musicality and artistry

• Discipline and performance quality

Daily Training Includes

• Ballet technique class

• Stretching and conditioning

• Technical skills development

• Choreography and variations

• Individual corrections and coaching

End-of-Week Performance

Dancers will showcase what they have learned in a special in-studio performance for family and friends at the conclusion of the program.

Why Choose This Intensive?

• Small class sizes with limited enrollment

• Individualized attention and feedback

• Professional, goal-oriented training

• Emphasis on measurable progress and proper technique

Enrollment is limited and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Intensive Class Essentials

Please bring the following items to every intensive class:

• Yoga Mat – For stretching, conditioning, and floor exercises.

• Stretch Bands – Used for strength, flexibility, and technique training.

• Pilates Soft Ball – Required for conditioning and core exercises.

• Socks – Needed for Pilates and certain conditioning activities.

• Water Bottle – Stay hydrated throughout the day.

• Lunch – Bring a healthy, nutritious lunch and snacks to fuel your training.

Arriving prepared with all required items helps ensure each student can fully participate in every aspect of the intensive program.

Train privately with Denys Nedak, an internationally acclaimed Principal Dancer whose distinguished career has earned recognition on some of the world’s most prestigious stages. These exclusive one-on-one sessions offer a rare opportunity to learn directly from a world-renowned artist with extensive professional performance and teaching experience.

Each lesson is thoughtfully tailored to the dancer’s individual needs and goals, whether refining classical technique, strengthening artistry and musicality, preparing for auditions and competitions, or advancing professional-level performance skills. Drawing from decades of elite training and stage experience, Denys provides detailed technical coaching, personalized corrections, and invaluable artistic insight that extends beyond traditional ballet instruction.

Designed for serious students, pre-professional dancers, and professionals alike, these private lessons deliver the highest standard of ballet training, helping dancers develop the technical excellence, confidence, and artistic presence required to excel in today’s competitive dance world.

Semi-private ballet lessons provide dancers with personalized instruction in a small-group setting, allowing for more individualized coaching while still benefiting from learning alongside peers. These lessons are ideal for dancers who want to strengthen technique, improve flexibility and artistry, prepare for evaluations or auditions, or receive focused attention on specific skills and goals.

Each semi-private lesson is limited to a maximum of three students, ensuring every dancer receives detailed corrections and individualized guidance from the instructor.

Semi-private lessons are $40 per student and are subject to instructor availability. To schedule a semi-private lesson, please register for an account to view available times.