Saint Paul City Ballet

WELCOME TO THE 2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR OF SPCB!

I invite you to walk up the stairs of our historic Grand Avenue Studios and experience Saint Paul City Ballet school where each student is encouraged to exceed their expectations.

\We raise the “barre” in ballet training whatever your age and ability. Whether building the foundation of a professional career or enjoying exercise in its most elegant form, our qualified and accessible staff offer programs for any skill level.

The SPCB faculty maintains a comprehensive curriculum that is developmentally and physically appropriate. We relentlessly pursue the best in classical training in order to develop dancers’ talent and versatility. And SPCB is proud to have live accompaniment of our ballet classes by accomplished local musicians. In this way, we are able to design the class for the students rather than fit the class to pre-recorded music. The dancer learns to dance as a partner with the music.

Experience the finest in dance training. Come and learn with us. Soli Deo Gloria!

Georgia Finnegan Amdahl

Adult

Classes are held September 10, 2007 through May 31, 2008.
To register: Please call 651-690-1588 or CLICK HERE to download a PDF registration form to mail.

If you danced as a child and would like to begin again, or wanted to dance and never had the chance, this program is for you.Teachers are dedicated to instructing adults in the full Vaganova syllabus, as well as incorporating Russian, Cecchetti, and American styles. This is exercise in its most elegant form…it feeds the soul as well as the body. Minimum age for adult classes is 18. Complete the registration form and return with the annual registration fee ($25 individual; $35 family). Payment of the 2007-2008 registration fee is required to use class cards once the school year begins.

Attire and Hair
Women: leotards, tights, ballet slippers, (skirts acceptable).
Men: tights, dance belt, white t-shirt, white socks, black ballet slippers
All students: Hair should be secured off the face and neck.

Adult Beginning I Ballet

Adult Beginning I classes run in 6-week sessions. No previous ballet experience required. Learn the technique and artistry of ballet as well as musicality and terminology. Each class builds on the previous one and provides an introduction to a complete ballet barre and basic centre exercises. Pre-registration is required to reserve a place in class (classes fill quickly). Class cards may not be used for these classes. Tuition: $45 (6 weeks)

Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. (maximum 9 students per session)
Session 1: September 24-October 29
Session 2: November 5-December 10
Session 3: January 7-February 11
Session 4: February 18-March 31 (no class March 24)
Session 5: April 7-May 12

Wednesdays 8:00-9:00 p.m. (maximum 25 students per session)
Session 1: September 26-November 7 (no class October 31)
Session 2: November 14-December 19
Session 3: January 9-February 13
Session 4: February 20-March 26
Session 5: April 2-May 7

Adult Beginning II and Open Ballet

Adult Beginning II and Open Ballet classes run on a continuous basis throughout the year and are accompanied by a pianist with a full barre and centre work. Students must have previous classical ballet training and knowledge of barre and centre work. These classes offer more demanding movement vocabulary and longer combinations. Classes are taken on a class card basis or at the single-class rate. Class cards expire 3 months from the time of purchase. No extensions on class cards, except for medical reasons with documentation and Director’s approval.

10-class card $115; 5-class card $65; single class $20. Adults design their own schedule and may also attend equivalent classes in the Performing Arts Program with permission from the Director.

Monday   10:00-11:30 a.m.   Ballet (Adult Open)
Wednesday    10:00-11:30 a.m.   Ballet (Adult Open)
Friday   10:00-11:30 a.m.   Ballet (Adult Open)
Saturday   8:30-10:00 a.m.   Ballet (Adult Beginning II)
Saturday   10:00-11:30 a.m.   Ballet (Adult Open)

Adult Beginning Pointe

Adult Beginning Pointe classes run in 6-week sessions. Pre-registration is required to reserve a place in class. Class cards may not be used for these classes. Tuition: $45 (6 weeks)

Mondays 7:30-8:30 p.m. (maximum 9 students per session)
Session 1: September 24-October 29
Session 2: November 5-December 10
Session 3: January 7-February 11
Session 4: February 18-March 31 (no class March 24)
Session 5: April 7-May 12

“Hit The Barres” on Friday Night!

Following a hard day’s work, come exercise and relax at Saint Paul City Ballet! These Adult Beginning II level classes include a full ballet barre and centre work with accompanist, followed by wine tasting (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) and refreshments. After we “hit the barres,” relax and enjoy visiting with guest sommeliers (wine specialists), owners of local vineyards, and gourmet cooking specialists. Classes run in 6-week sessions. Pre-registration is required to reserve a place in class. Class cards may not be used for these classes. Tuition: $100 (6 weeks)

Fridays 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Session 1: September 28-November 2
Session 2: November 9-December 21
Session 3: January 11-February 15
Session 4: February 22-April 4
Session 5: April 11-May 16

General Information

Classes begin September 10, and registrations are now being accepted for the 2007-2008 dance season. All students must complete the registration form and return with the annual registration fee ($25 individual; $35 family). A 10% discount will be given to students in the Performing Arts Program or Young Dancers Program who pay the yearly tuition in full before September 10, 2007. Registrations will not be accepted until account balances are paid in full from the prior season. Check with the Director if you are uncertain about which classes or programs to register for or if you have questions about class placement for the upcoming year. All classes are held at the Grand Avenue Studios in St. Paul.

The culmination of the school year is the Spring Gala, a showcasing of all classes and levels. This year’s Spring Gala performances will be held on May 21-22, 2008 (Wednesday and Thursday) at the E.M. Pearson Theatre, Concordia University. To perform in the Spring Gala, you must take classes January through May 2008. Spring Gala performance fees are due at the time of registration, and no later than January 1, 2008. (To purchase Spring Gala tickets before the performance, student accounts must be paid in full.)

Registrations cannot be accepted by phone (please register in person or by mail).
There is no refund on registration fees.
Tuition is nonrefundable and nontransferable. No refunds will be given once the class registered for has begun.
Credit for tuition or extensions on class cards are given only in cases of injury or serious illness where medical documentation is provided.
A $25 fee will be assessed on all returned checks.
Holidays, school breaks, and classes canceled due to inclement weather are included in tuition.
Make-up classes, when available, must be granted by the Director and taken within 30 days within the same discipline.