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2025/2026 CHILDREN'S DIVISION classes 

Colorado Ballet Academy students receive professional classical ballet training and mentorship from our faculty members that extends beyond the dance studio. The Academy shapes students into well-rounded, dynamic dancers by empowering our students to express themselves while cultivating their technique and musicality freely and creatively. Our faculty is passionate about sharing the beautiful experience of this art form with our students and creating a unique space that transforms students into ballet artists.

ALL ACADEMY CLASSES BEGIN AUGUST 25, 2025

Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Have questions or need help with registration? Contact Colorado Ballet Academy at academy@coloradoballet.org

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twinkle tots - SEMESTER CLASSes 

Ages 2½–3
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Inspire your child’s love for movement and music with this engaging and imaginative ballet class for our tiny tots. In a warm and supportive environment, toddlers enhance their coordination, motor skills, musicality, and balance through fun and creative activities. Each semester features exciting themes that bring energy and animation to every session, making it a fun and enriching experience for these tiny dancing toddlers.     

Details
Ages 2.5–3 as of October 1 
One 30 Minute Class Per Week   
Registration Fee: $30  
Tuition per semester: $245     

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

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THURSDAY

10:00am-10:30am 
Twinkle Tots with Academy Faculty

SATURDAY

8:45am-9:15am  
Twinkle Tots with Academy Faculty

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

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creative ballet I - SEMESTER CLASSes

Ages 3–4
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Our young aspiring dancers will be introduced to body and spatial awareness and the development of imagination through movement and musicality. Students begin identifying basic forms of movement through dance games, songs, music, and rhythmical patterns. Each semester will focus on an exciting theme that brings creativity and animation into the classroom, resulting in a fun and inspiring experience. Students will end each semester in high spirits with a heartwarming performance either in-studio or in our own Black Box Theater. 

Details 
Age 3 as of October 1 | No Audition Required 
One 45 Minute Class Per Week   
Registration Fee: $30 
Production Fee: $50 
Tuition per semester: $325  

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

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monDAY

3:45pm-4:30pm  
CB1 with Rheana Montesantos   

tuesday

3:45pm-4:30pm 
CB1 with Suellen de Villiers

friDAY

3:45pm-4:30pm  
CB1 with Academy Faculty   

saturDAY

8:45am-9:15am   
CB1 with Academy Faculty

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

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creative ballet II - SEMESTER CLASSes

Ages 4–5  
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Students continue their development by identifying basic forms of movement through imaginative games, songs, music, and rhythmical patterns at an age-appropriate level while continuing to foster independence. Students learn concepts of body and spatial awareness, use of energy in movement, taking direction from their instructor and taking turns with peers. Each semester will focus on an exciting theme that brings creativity and animation into the classroom, resulting in a fun and inspiring experience. Students will end each semester in high spirits with a heartwarming performance either in-studio or in our own Black Box Theater.

Details 
Age 4 as of October 1 | No Audition Required 
One 45 Minute Class Per Week   
Registration Fee: $30 
Production Fee: $50 
Tuition per session: $325  

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

creative ballet 2
monDAY

4:30pm-5:15pm  
CB2 with Rheana Montesantos   

wednesDAY

3:45pm-4:30pm 
CB2 with Academy Faculty   

thursDAY

3:45pm-4:30pm  
CB2 with Suellen de Villiers   

SaturDAY

10:00am-10:45am   
CB2 with Academy Faculty 

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

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pre-ballet I - semester classes  

Ages 5–6
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

In Pre Ballet 1, students are introduced to foundational concepts such as turnout, coordination of the upper and lower body, spatial awareness, and class etiquette. Through imaginative activities, they continue to develop musicality, expand their ballet vocabulary, and grow as young artists. Each semester concludes with a joyful performance on stage in our own Black Box Theater.

Details 
Age 5 as of October 1 | No Audition Required 
One 45 Minute Class Per Week   
Registration Fee: $30  
Production Fee: $50 
Tuition per Session: $325  

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

pre-ballet 1
monDAY

5:15pm-6:00pm  
PB1 with Rheana Montesantos    

wednesDAY

3:45pm-4:30pm 
PB1 with Suellen de Villiers  

friDAY

5:00pm-5:45pm  
PB1 with Academy Faculty  

saturDAY

11:45am-12:30pm   
PB1 with Academy Faculty  

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

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PRE-BALLET II - semester classes 

Ages 6–7 
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Pre-Ballet 2 follows a carefully designed curriculum that bridges the creative foundation of early childhood dance with the formal structure of classical ballet training. Students build on their understanding of ballet concepts, coordination, musicality, and expressive artistry in a supportive environment. With an emphasis on classical fundamentals, students also begin to develop classroom etiquette and self-discipline in preparation for Level 1, culminating each semester with a joyful performance in- our own Black Box Theater. 

Details 
Age 6 as of October 1 | No Audition Required 
One 1 hour Class per Week 
Registration Fee: $30  
Production Fee: $50  
Tuition per Year: $395 

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

pre-ballet 2
MONDAY

4:30pm-5:30pm 
PB2 with Ella Gozdieski   

tueSDAY

4:30pm-5:30pm  
PB2 with Academy Faculty    

friDAY

4:30pm-5:30pm 
PB2 with Academy Faculty

SATURDAY

10:45am-11:45am  
PB2 with Suellen de Villiers   

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

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male agility  

Ages 6+   
Fall Semester: August 25, 2025 – December 13, 2025  
No Classes: September 1-2, 2025, September 24-27, 2025, November 24-29, 2025 

Spring Semester: January 26, 2026 – May 16, 2026      
No Classes: February 16-21, 2026, March 29-April 5, 2026

Welcome to our Male Agility dance class, specially designed to introduce young students to ballet through an athletic and sport style approach! Classes are tailored to accommodate the specific needs and interests of young males, providing activities that engage their natural energy and enthusiasm. This fun, energetic class focuses on developing agility, coordination, and confidence. Using age appropriate techniques, children work to build strength, flexibility, rhythm, artistry, use of space, and proper use of the body for better physical health. Male Agility dance class fosters a positive attitude towards exercise and encourages lifelong habits of health and wellness, while learning to work with others and support and care for each other. Perfect for students with boundless energy, this class is all about having fun while developing essential skills and physicality in an encouraging and supportive environment.

Details  
Age 6 as of October 1 | No Audition Required  
One 1 hour Class Per Week    
Tuition per session: $245/Ages 4-5, $395/Ages 6-8
Registration Fee: $30   

SCHEDULE & REGISTRATION

male agility
TUESDAY

4:30pm-5:00pm   
Male Agility Ages 4-5 with Carlos Molina   

5:00pm-6:00pm    
Male Agility Ages 6-8 with Carlos Molina   

dress code

Please view the CBA Dress Code document here: 2025-2026 CBA Dress Code 

Photos by Andrew Fassbender

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