CURRICULUM
Level I - Tot and Pre-Ballet
Children ages 3 to 6. Classes are 45 to 60 minutes long. Introduction to Barre work, feet, hand positions; beginning steps are combined
with creative dance to encourage the joy of movement in preparation for the following levels.
Levels I/II – Pre-Ballet
Children ages 6 to 12. Classes emphasize ballet technique and structure, and continue introducing the children to ballet barre work.
Classes are one hour long.
Levels II/III – Ballet
Dancers ages 8 to 14. By evaluation or placement class only. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet II and Pre-pointe-classes. At this level
technique, stamina, creativity, and discipline are developed. Older beginner students start in this level. (Supplemental private or semi-
private lessons will help these students catch up to their age group). Classes are one hour fifteen minutes long.
Levels III/IV/V - Ballet/Pointe - Advanced/pre professional
By evaluation or placement class only. Advanced/pre-professional training for serious students. Pointe and pas de deux required.
REQUIRED CLASSES
Students are required to take a minimum number of classes per week depending on level:
Tot-Ballet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - One class per week
Pre-Ballet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - One class per week - Tap/Jazz optional
Ballet I - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Two classes per week -Tap/Jazz optional
Ballet II/III - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Three classes per week - Jazz/Lyrical optional
Intermediate III/IV - - - - - - - - - - - - Four classes per week - Jazz/Lyrical optional.
Advanced/Pre-professional IV/V - - Five or more classes per week - Pointe/pas de deux required
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Young Choreographers Workshop
An interactive program designed to inspire and expose aspiring young choreographers to all aspects and complexity of choreography:
Auditioning dancers – Music selection – Costume selection/design – Stage presentation – Set design – Promotion – The workshop
culminates in a performance showcasing the young choreographers works.
Junior Summer Program
A program designed for younger students featuring classes in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, as well as make up, costume design and arts and
crafts. This program culminates with a performance.
Competition Teams
Teams are open to the serious dancers who are willing to commit to a rigorous class and rehearsal schedule.
Costume and Team class fees apply. Audition classes are held at PDC starting October 1st. Skill and age determine team placement.
Performing Opportunities
Ballet is a performing art, participation in performances is an important part of dance training. We provide several opportunities for
performance experience each year: Students participate in the Annual School Performance in June and in Coast City Ballet, our resident
company, production of The Nutcracker in December. Additionally students are invited to join Coast City Ballet in several outreach
programs during the year: Festival of the Children, Orange County Fair, Disneyland, school assemblies, etc
In order to participate in school performances and outreach programs, students must have had consistent class attendance for a
minimum of three months of classes prior to the performance
Students over the age of nine (9) must auditions for participation in The Nutcracker.
There will be a participation fee for each production. The fee covers rehearsals, costume rental/purchase, and production costs. (No
participation fee for outreach programs)
COAST CITY BALLET
Advanced/pre-professional students ages 10 and older have the opportunity to join Coast City Ballet (CCB) our resident company. CCB
offers a link between dance training and performing by providing dancers and choreographers of all levels with a forum to explore their
talents, gain experience, and grow as performers. Under the direction of Clara D’Autilia, Coast City Ballet members receive the special
care and attention needed to become dancers; a solid base in technique, and the opportunity to work and perform in a professional
setting.
Coast City Ballet, a 501(c)(3) non profit arts organization, fosters excellence in the arts and in education through educational outreach
programs and the presentation of live performances at prices affordable to all segments of the population.
Level I - Tot and Pre-Ballet
Children ages 3 to 6. Classes are 45 to 60 minutes long. Introduction to Barre work, feet, hand positions; beginning steps are combined
with creative dance to encourage the joy of movement in preparation for the following levels.
Levels I/II – Pre-Ballet
Children ages 6 to 12. Classes emphasize ballet technique and structure, and continue introducing the children to ballet barre work.
Classes are one hour long.
Levels II/III – Ballet
Dancers ages 8 to 14. By evaluation or placement class only. Pointe work is introduced in Ballet II and Pre-pointe-classes. At this level
technique, stamina, creativity, and discipline are developed. Older beginner students start in this level. (Supplemental private or semi-
private lessons will help these students catch up to their age group). Classes are one hour fifteen minutes long.
Levels III/IV/V - Ballet/Pointe - Advanced/pre professional
By evaluation or placement class only. Advanced/pre-professional training for serious students. Pointe and pas de deux required.
REQUIRED CLASSES
Students are required to take a minimum number of classes per week depending on level:
Tot-Ballet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - One class per week
Pre-Ballet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - One class per week - Tap/Jazz optional
Ballet I - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Two classes per week -Tap/Jazz optional
Ballet II/III - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Three classes per week - Jazz/Lyrical optional
Intermediate III/IV - - - - - - - - - - - - Four classes per week - Jazz/Lyrical optional.
Advanced/Pre-professional IV/V - - Five or more classes per week - Pointe/pas de deux required
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Young Choreographers Workshop
An interactive program designed to inspire and expose aspiring young choreographers to all aspects and complexity of choreography:
Auditioning dancers – Music selection – Costume selection/design – Stage presentation – Set design – Promotion – The workshop
culminates in a performance showcasing the young choreographers works.
Junior Summer Program
A program designed for younger students featuring classes in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, as well as make up, costume design and arts and
crafts. This program culminates with a performance.
Competition Teams
Teams are open to the serious dancers who are willing to commit to a rigorous class and rehearsal schedule.
Costume and Team class fees apply. Audition classes are held at PDC starting October 1st. Skill and age determine team placement.
Performing Opportunities
Ballet is a performing art, participation in performances is an important part of dance training. We provide several opportunities for
performance experience each year: Students participate in the Annual School Performance in June and in Coast City Ballet, our resident
company, production of The Nutcracker in December. Additionally students are invited to join Coast City Ballet in several outreach
programs during the year: Festival of the Children, Orange County Fair, Disneyland, school assemblies, etc
In order to participate in school performances and outreach programs, students must have had consistent class attendance for a
minimum of three months of classes prior to the performance
Students over the age of nine (9) must auditions for participation in The Nutcracker.
There will be a participation fee for each production. The fee covers rehearsals, costume rental/purchase, and production costs. (No
participation fee for outreach programs)
COAST CITY BALLET
Advanced/pre-professional students ages 10 and older have the opportunity to join Coast City Ballet (CCB) our resident company. CCB
offers a link between dance training and performing by providing dancers and choreographers of all levels with a forum to explore their
talents, gain experience, and grow as performers. Under the direction of Clara D’Autilia, Coast City Ballet members receive the special
care and attention needed to become dancers; a solid base in technique, and the opportunity to work and perform in a professional
setting.
Coast City Ballet, a 501(c)(3) non profit arts organization, fosters excellence in the arts and in education through educational outreach
programs and the presentation of live performances at prices affordable to all segments of the population.
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