Ballet level 4
(Ages 10+ by placement) Ballet Level 4 students begin a deeper study of the fundamentals of ballet and an understanding of the commitment to excellence. Barre and
center work combinations become more advanced as students work on sequences, transition steps and stamina. Students are assessed for pointe work, and depending on individual progression and
development, are given the opportunity to begin work en pointe in the second semester.
Ballet Level 4 young men receive specialized training during Young Men’s Class. Tailored to the unique needs of men’s ballet technique, students
continue to work on ballet fundamentals emphasizing clarity in positions and core and back strength as they learn the foundations for men’s virtuosic
technique.
Character and Modern Dance are included in Ballet Level 4 curriculum as essential forms of dance training needed to develop well rounded
dancers.
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, Coppélia, and Sleeping Beauty. Level 4
Character will introduce the fundamentals of this style with emphasis on positions, musicality and history.
Level 4 Modern will introduce techniques of Limon, Horton and Graham as students begin 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.
