Adult Division
Adult classes are designed for teens, age 16+, and adults with varying levels or no experience, who are interested in the fun and fitness of dance. Students may attend any or all of the classes that suit their interest or level of ability.
Photo Rachel Malehorn
Gentle Stretch & Strengthen
This class is designed for students that feel a standard exercise class is too intense. We will use principles from mind body exercise methods such as Pilates and GYROKINESIS®, along with proper form, to strengthen our muscles and increase your range of motion. Small props like balls, chairs, and bands will be added to help achieve our goals. This class may be helpful to those recovering from injury or with chronic injuries.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays 11:00-11:45am
Silver Slippers
Ballet class designed for individuals ages 50 and older. This class begins with gentle movements at the barre and includes center work and progressive combinations that travel across the floor. The pace of the class is adjusted to allow for all abilities to feel challenged while focusing on increasing coordination, balance, and grace.
THIRD WARD
Thursdays 12:15-1:30pm
Designed for students ages 50+
Pilates
This Pilates class contains a system of classic Pilates fundamentals as well as a blend of yoga postures and gentle stretching specifically designed for dancers. This class is recommended for all levels of adult movers. Adaptations for each exercise are eagerly provided to accommodate all individuals. The class begins with breathing and is followed by basic mat work and gentle stretching. A variety of exercises on all 4’s (tabletop position), low back strengthening postures, and core work is provided. The mission is to balance the strength and awareness of the body and to find connections that assist each individual to move efficiently and comfortably, both in class and in daily life activities.
*Please bring your own yoga mat.
THIRD WARD
Saturdays 12:15-1:15pm | Pair with 10:30am Int/Adv Ballet
BROOKFIELD
Mondays 6:15-7:15pm | Pair with 7:15pm Beginning Ballet
Beginning Ballet
Beginning ballet teaches feet, arm, and body positions and introduces students to simple moving and connecting steps.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays 7:15-8:30pm
BROOKFIELD
Mondays 7:15-8:30pm | Pair with 6:15pm Pilates
Continuing Ballet
Continuing Ballet builds upon the basics from Beginning Ballet, adding more complex combinations and steps.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays 12:00-1:15pm
Saturdays 9:00-10:15am
BROOKFIELD
Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet
Students in Intermediate/Advanced Ballet will have a good understanding of ballet technique and are able to do more difficult steps and combinations.
THIRD WARD
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Saturdays 10:30am-12:00pm
Registration & Pricing
Registration for current 2023/24 classes is online through our registration portal. Click the link below to register.
After purchasing the class single or pack, please be sure you’ve booked the specific class date(s) you’d like to attend. Your class pack will deduct a class from your paid total for each booking.
- General Single Class | $15 each
- General Class Packs | $65 for 5 classes
- Advanced Ballet Single Class | $17 each
- Advanced Ballet Class Pack | $75 for 5 classes
All class occurrences are subject to cancellation if minimum requirement for enrollment is not met. Any students registered for such a class cancellation will be notified as much in advance as possible via phone or email.
Photo Rachel Malehorn
Photo Rachel Malehorn
Summer Class Schedule
The following class schedule will be offered from June 3 through August 24, 2024. Registration coming soon.
Classes are not in session July 1-6 and as noted for specific courses below.
Gentle Stretch & Strengthen
This class is designed for students that feel a standard exercise class is too intense. We will use principles from mind body exercise methods such as Pilates and GYROKINESIS®, along with proper form, to strengthen our muscles and increase your range of motion. Small props like balls, chairs, and bands will be added to help achieve our goals. This class may be helpful to those recovering from injury or with chronic injuries.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays* 11:00-11:45am
*This class is not in session from June 18 through August 1.
Silver Slippers
Ballet class designed for individuals ages 50 and older. This class begins with gentle movements at the barre and includes center work and progressive combinations that travel across the floor. The pace of the class is adjusted to allow for all abilities to feel challenged while focusing on increasing coordination, balance, and grace.
THIRD WARD
Thursdays* 12:15-1:30pm
Designed for students ages 50+
*This class is not in session from June 18 through August 1.
Intermediate Modern
This course will touch on some of the fundamentals of modern dance, such as the emphasis on the ground, the use of center, efforts/qualities of movement, and space and rhythmic complexity with personal expression as the ultimate goal. Floor work, standing warm-up, and progressions across the floor are all components of this class. Students who are currently taking Intermediate Ballet, Advanced Ballet, or have previous Modern experience are encouraged to join.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm | Pair with 7:15pm Beginning Ballet
Pilates
This Pilates class contains a system of classic Pilates fundamentals as well as a blend of yoga postures and gentle stretching specifically designed for dancers. This class is recommended for all levels of adult movers. Adaptations for each exercise are eagerly provided to accommodate all individuals. The class begins with breathing and is followed by basic mat work and gentle stretching. A variety of exercises on all 4’s (tabletop position), low back strengthening postures, and core work is provided. The mission is to balance the strength and awareness of the body and to find connections that assist each individual to move efficiently and comfortably, both in class and in daily life activities.
Please bring your own yoga mat.
THIRD WARD
Wednesdays 7:45-8:45pm | Pair with 6:00pm Advanced Ballet
BROOKFIELD
Mondays 6:15-7:15pm | Pair with 7:15pm Beginning Ballet
Beginning Ballet
Beginning Ballet teaches feet, arm, and body positions and introduces students to simple moving and connecting steps.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays 7:15-8:30pm | Pair with 6:00pm Intermediate Modern
FOX POINT
Wednesdays 7:00-8:15pm
BROOKFIELD
Mondays 7:15-8:30pm | Pair with 6:15pm Pilates
Intermediate Ballet
Intermediate Ballet builds upon the basics from Beginning Ballet, adding more complex combinations and steps.
THIRD WARD
Tuesdays* 12:00-1:15pm
Saturdays 9:00-10:15am
FOX POINT
Thursdays 7:00-8:15pm
BROOKFIELD
Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm
*This Third Ward Tuesday class is not in session from June 18 through August 1.
Advanced Ballet
Students in Advanced Ballet will have a good understanding of ballet technique and are able to do more difficult steps and combinations.
THIRD WARD
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm | Pair with 7:45pm Pilates
Saturdays 10:30am-12:00pm
What should I wear?
Dress in comfortable athletic attire with ballet shoes (for ballet classes only; Pilates does not require ballet shoes) Ballera Dance and Activewear is the official dance supply store of Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy at 13865 W North Ave, Brookfield. Visit stores or orders can be made by phone 262.786.8868 and shipped for a minimal fee.