Fall Term classes will open to returning families on 8/12 and new families on 8/18- click here to view the schedule and click here to register.
Fall Classes start September 8th.
Returning families should use the Parent Portal to register for Fall Term.
Below you will find the descriptions for all of our genres, as well as a tentative schedule for our fall classes.
To register as a new student, please go to our Online Registration page.
2025-2026School Year
Dallas Ballet & Academy of Dance
We offer a variety of dance techniques for students ranging from three years old to adult, and we work with students and their parents to identify the best fit for each student. Please see a brief description of each course below, followed by our current course schedule. We look forward to welcoming your student into the classes that will best serve their personal goals for dance.
Class Descriptions
Preschool Ballet &
Preschool Tap
Our preschool level classes are for students ages 3-5 years, who typically have not yet entered Kindergarten. Classes are 45 minutes and are based in preschool age development and curriculum. Instruction is comprised of a "follow-along" warm up, singing, introductory technique within the genre, dance games that teach rhythm and musicality, and introducing kiddos to the group class environment. ​
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Ballet & Pointe
For students Kindergarten age and older, Our Vaganova curriculum comprises exercises done at the barre, in the centre, and across the floor. Pointe instruction begins when the student is at least a level IV, and the instructor deems them ready.
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Ballet Class Levels generally are:
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Ballet I
ages 5 - 8 years
Kindergarten - 1st grade
Ballet II
ages 7 - 10 years
2nd - 3rd grade
Ballet III
ages 9 - 12 years
4th - 5th grade
Ballet IV/V
ages 11 - 15 years
6th - 8th grade
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Advanced Ballet
ages 14 - 19 years
9th - 12th grade
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*Age and grade requirements are only a guideline. If you're not sure where your student should go, email us at dbadgeneral@gmail.com. We will help!
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Tap
For students Kindergarten age and older, Tap is performed to a variety of music genres, and incorporates techniques from Ballet, Jazz, and other dance styles. Rhythm is a strong focus within our Tap curriculum.
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Tap Class Levels generally are:
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Tap I
ages 5 - 8 years
Kindergarten - 1st grade
Tap II
ages 7 - 10 years
2nd - 3rd grade
Tap III
ages 9 - 12 years
4th - 5th grade
Tap IV
ages 11 - 15 years
6th - 8th grade
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Advanced Tap
ages 14 - 19 years
9th - 12th grade
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*Age and grade requirements are only a guideline. If you're not sure where your student should go, email us at dbadgeneral@gmail.com. We will help!
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Jazz
For students Kindergarten age and older, Jazz dancing originates from the Broadway tradition, and stylistically is characterized by strong, sassy, Ballet-like movements performed to popular music.
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Jazz Class Levels generally are:
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Jazz I
ages 5 - 8 years
Kindergarten - 1st grade
Jazz II
ages 7 - 10 years
2nd - 3rd grade
Jazz III
ages 9 - 12 years
4th - 5th grade
Jazz IV
ages 11 - 15 years
6th - 8th grade
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Advanced Jazz
ages 14 - 19 years
9th - 12th grade
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*Age and grade requirements are only a guideline. If you're not sure where your student should go, email us at dbadgeneral@gmail.com. We will help!
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Hip Hop
For students of Kindergarten age and older, Hip Hop is a rather new genre when compared to others, and finds its roots in Black culture. Hip Hop is a combination of African, Vaudeville, Jazz, Tap, and other influences best expressed in today's urban Rap culture. Instruction focuses on the technique and history of the genre while integrating current and popular age-appropriate music and movement.
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Hip Hop Levels generally are:
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Hip Hop I
ages 5 - 8 years
Kindergarten - 1st grade
Hip Hop II
ages 7 - 10 years
2nd - 3rd grade
Hip Hop III
ages 9 - 12 years
4th - 5th grade
Hip Hop IV
ages 11 - 15 years
6th - 8th grade
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Advanced Hip Hop
ages 14 - 19 years
9th - 12th grade
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*Age and grade requirements are only a guideline. If you're not sure where your student should go, email us at dbadgeneral@gmail.com. We will help!
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Adult Classes
For ages 18 and older, our adult classes have no minimum experience requirement. Classes are open to all who are wanting a new experience in a completely judgement free environment. Movements are broken down to be inclusive of all skill levels, and even those students who have always wanted to dance but thought they couldn't, have found themselves feeling like a pro in no time!
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Previous Adult Class Offerings include:
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Adult Body Positivity (ABP)
Comprises cardio work through accessible-for-anyone dance steps with PG-13 music and an emphasis on moving our bodies in ways that celebrate our forms.
**currently being offered**
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Adult Stretch & Mobility
This class focuses on development and retention of joint mobility and flexibility training through safe and easily modified exercises. A variety of exercises are adapted and introduced to meet the specific needs of the class.
**currently being offered in combination with ABP**
Adult Barre
**not currently offered**
Adult Tap
**not currently offered**
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Academic Year 2025-2026
Fall Term starts September 8th
