ADVANCED Division

Colorado Ballet Academy students in Levels 1 through our Pre-Professional Division have the extraordinary opportunity to participate in the annual full-length classical ballet production at the magnificent Ellie Caulkins Opera House in downtown Denver in May. Each class is featured in age appropriate original and adapted choreography in ballets such as Swan Lake, Coppelia and Giselle. The experience of being a part of a large-scale production gives students countless lifelong skills, an ultimate sense of accomplishment and comradery along with the thrill of telling a story through dance during Memorial Day weekend.

BALLET LEVEL 5

(Ages 11+ by placement) Training intensifies as students mature and gain more knowledge of classical ballet vocabulary. Classes focus on strengthening placement for pointe and men’s work, developing articulation of port de bras and transition steps, pirouettes, clarity of Allegro, musicality and maturing artistry. Performance is emphasized at this level and opportunities increase to include Fall Feature and First Fridays in our Black Box Theater. During this progression, students become aware of the long-term goals inherent to classical ballet training. Each student’s natural abilities are fostered, and students are encouraged to pursue their passion for dance.

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Young men’s specialized training becomes more advanced as they continue to refine the fundamentals of ballet, emphasize clarity in positions, develop core and back strength and essential foundations for men’s virtuosic technique.

In addition to Ballet, Stretch and Condition, Pointe and Men’s class, Level 5 students’ curriculum includes Intermediate Character and Modern.

Character Dance is the stylized representation of a traditional folk or national dance, mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music which have been adapted for the theater. Examples of Character Dance are found in full length classical ballets such as Swan Lake, Coppelia, and Sleeping Beauty. Level 5 Character will strengthen the fundamentals of this style with emphasis on positions, dynamic movement and musicality.

Level 5 Modern will build on the techniques of Limon, Horton and Graham as students continue to explore composition and improvisation. Character and Modern classes culminate with a performance at the end of each semester.

Students in this level are eligible to participate in Colorado Ballet Academy’s Youth America Grand Prix and Denver Ballet Guild programs.

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DRESS CODE

Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA.

BALLET 5 LADIES

Leotard: “Allison” Leotard by Eleve, Wine with CBA Logo.
Last day of month: Student choice of leotard and short ballet skirt.
Tights: SoDanca Style TS-82 in Ballet Pink or tights that match skin tone.
Skirt: Black Bullet Pointe style or chiffon wrap skirt may be worn during pointe/variations classes and rehearsals.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe to match tone of chosen tights, pointe shoes to match tone of chosen tights.
Hair: Hair should be natural in color and worn in a professional ballet style away from the face and off the neck for daily classes.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

BALLET 5 GENTLEMEN

Shirt: “Gabe” Shirt by Eleve, Black with CBA logo.
Tights: SoDanca Style SL-159 (adult size) or SL-160 (youth size) in Black
Socks: White socks by Freed.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe in White.
Saturday Technique Class: Student choice of colored fitted shirt and solid black, grey or white tights with appropriate shoes.
Dance Belt: All tights must be worn with a tan or nude colored dance belt.
Hair: Hair and facial hair should be neatly groomed and natural in color.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

CHARACTER

Ladies: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 5 Uniform, Mirella Character Skirt MS23 in Black, SoDanca “Celine” CH-50, Black, 1.5” heel Character Shoe.
Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 5 Uniform, SoDanca “Courtney” CH-95, Black, 0.5” heel, Character Shoe.

MODERN

Ladies and Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 5 Uniform with tights rolled up and bare feet.

*Recommended SoDanca tights and shoes can be purchased at Dance Xtreme in Centennial. All CBA students receive a 10% discount.

All uniforms must be purchased online by June 18 to ensure arrival by first day of classes.

Purchase Uniforms: LADIES

PURCHASE UNIFORMS: GENTLEMEN

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Ballet Level 6

Ballet Level 6 training becomes more rigorous as the complexity of combinations increase. Students focus on fluidity of transitions, clarity of movement, sustained Adagio, advanced repertoire of turns and moving combinations, complex Allegro and stamina for Petite and Grand Allegro. In addition to Ballet, Conditioning, Pointe and Men’s training, Level 6 curriculum includes Variations, Character and Contemporary.

Details

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Dress Code

Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA.

BALLET 6 LADIES

Monday, Wednesday, Saturday production rehearsals: “Allison” Leotard by Eleve, Black with CBA logo.
Tuesday, Thursday: “Cocoa” Leotard by Eleve, Lagoon with CBA logo.
Saturday Technique Class: Student choice of leotard and short ballet skirt.
Skirt: Black Bullet Pointe style or chiffon wrap skirt may be worn during pointe/variations classes and rehearsals
Tights: SoDanca Style TS-82 in Ballet Pink or tights that match skin tone.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe to match tone of chosen tights, pointe shoes to match tone of chosen tights
Hair: Hair should be natural in color and worn in a professional ballet style away from the face and off the neck for daily classes.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

BALLET 6 GENTLEMEN

Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Production Rehearsals: “Gabe” Shirt by Eleve, Black with CBA logo.
Tights: SoDanca Style SL-159 in Black and Chrome
Tuesday, Thursday: “Gabe” Shirt by Eleve, White with CBA logo.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe in White and Black.
Socks: White socks by Freed
Saturday Technique Class: Student choice of colored fitted shirt and solid black, grey or white tights with appropriate shoes.
Dance Belt: All tights must be worn with a tan or nude colored dance belt.
Hair: Hair and facial hair should be neatly groomed and natural in color.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

CHARACTER

Ladies: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 6 Uniform, Mirella Character Skirt MS23 in Black, SoDanca “Celine” CH-50, Black, 1.5” heel Character Shoe.
Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 6 Uniform, SoDanca “Courtney” CH-95, Black, 0.5” heel, Character Shoe.

MODERN

Ladies and Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 6 Uniform with tights rolled up and bare feet.

*Recommended SoDanca tights and shoes can be purchased at Dance Xtreme in Centennial. All CBA students receive a 10% discount.

All uniforms must be purchased online by June 18 to ensure arrival by first day of classes.

Purchase Uniform #1: LADIES

PURCHASE UNIFORM #2: LADIES

PURCHASE UNIFORM #1: GENTLEMEN

PURCHASE UNIFORM #2: GENTLEMEN

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Ballet LEVEL 7

Ballet Level 7 is the highest level in the after-school Academy. Students experience professional caliber classes and are encouraged to demonstrate the work ethic needed to embark on a professional career or reputable college dance program.

Emphasis is placed on refining technique, the exploration of artistic individuality and freedom of movement while adding the study of classical repertoire and performance opportunities. Students in Ballet Level 7 will be given guidance and support as they prepare for a professional dance career or entry into collegiate programs.

In addition to Ballet, Level 7 students are required to take Pointe, Variations, conditioning, one semester of Character and one semester of Contemporary Dance.

Details

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Dress Code

Students shall have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity, within the dress code requirements stated by CBA.

BALLET 7 LADIES

Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Production Rehearsals: “Allison” Leotard by Eleve, Black with CBA logo.
Tuesday, Thursday: “Cocoa” Leotard by Eleve, Sangria with CBA logo.
Saturday Technique Class: Student choice of leotard and short ballet skirt.
Skirt: Black Bullet Pointe style or chiffon wrap skirt may be worn during pointe/variations classes and rehearsals
Tights: SoDanca Style TS-82 in Ballet Pink or tights that match skin tone.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe to match tone of chosen tights, pointe shoes to match tone of chosen tights
Hair: Hair should be natural in color and worn in a professional ballet style away from the face and off the neck for daily classes.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

BALLET 7 GENTLEMEN

Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Production Rehearsals: “Gabe” Shirt by Eleve, Black with CBA logo.
Tights: SoDanca Style SL-159 in Black and Chrome
Tuesday, Thursday: “Gabe” Shirt by Eleve, White with CBA logo.
Shoes: SoDanca SD16C “Bliss” Stretch Canvas Split Sole Ballet Shoe in White and Black.
Socks: White socks by Freed
Saturday Technique Class: Student choice of colored fitted shirt and solid black, grey or white tights with appropriate shoes.
Dance Belt: All tights must be worn with a tan or nude colored dance belt.
Hair: Hair and facial hair should be neatly groomed and natural in color.
Jewelry: Small stud earrings or clear gauges allowed. No additional jewelry allowed, including necklaces, rings, bracelets and piercings. You may be asked to remove any jewelry at the discretion of the artistic staff.
Nails: Short and natural color, no colored nail polish or nail jewelry.
Tattoos: No visible tattoos including temporary ink.

CHARACTER

Ladies: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 7 Uniform, Mirella Character Skirt MS23 in Black, SoDanca “Celine” CH-50, Black, 1.5” heel Character Shoe.
Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 7 Uniform, SoDanca “Courtney” CH-95, Black, 0.5” heel, Character Shoe.

MODERN

Ladies and Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Level 7 Uniform with tights rolled up and bare feet.

*Recommended SoDanca tights and shoes can be purchased at Dance Xtreme in Centennial. All CBA students receive a 10% discount.

All uniforms must be purchased online by June 18 to ensure arrival by first day of classes.

Purchase Uniform #1: LADIES

PURCHASE UNIFORM #2: LADIES

PURCHASE UNIFORM #1: GENTLEMEN

PURCHASE UNIFORM #2: GENTLEMEN

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BALLET LEVELS 5, 6 AND 7
EXTRA CLASSES

Students in Levels 5, 6 and 7 are given the option to add additional classes to their curriculum training to broaden their skills, strengthen their core, increase flexibility and round out their movement vocabulary. Students may choose from: Extra Ballet/Variations, Levels 4B and 5 Jazz, Advanced Jazz, and Intermediate Tap. Students in this level are eligible to participate in Colorado Ballet Academy’s Youth America Grand Prix and Denver Ballet Guild programs.

Extra Ballet & Variations
For Levels 5, 6 and 7

Extra Ballet is an opportunity for intermediate and advanced students to supplement their training with an additional technique class. This class focuses on fine details, use of the upper body, breath of movement and expression, as well as an increasingly advanced repertory of steps.

Students will learn several variations from classical repertoire and focus on artistry, strength and stamina as required in solo pieces. This class meets one day a week and is only available as part of a bundle with Extra Ballet.

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Dress Code

Ladies and Gentlemen: Colorado Ballet Academy Uniform as assigned to your level

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JAZZ LEVELS 4 AND 5

Levels 4 and 5 Jazz will give students a thorough grounding in jazz terminology and technique while giving them an opportunity to grow as performers. The warm-up and progressions will use classic Jazz technique to develop students' musicality, athleticism, alignment and performance. Students will use this technical base to explore a variety of Jazz styles, including classical, musical theater, Jazz funk and lyrical/contemporary. All Jazz classes culminate with a showcase performance in May.

This class will explore a lot of floor work and knee pads are highly encouraged to prevent injury.