Children's Division

Watch your child grow in confidence, agility, dedication, and inspiration.  Through structured classes and professional techniques, we build a foundation that helps our students elevate their art and confidence to their highest potential.  See how much they can gain on and off the stage at MBSA.

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Children's Division

AGES 2-6 YEARS OLD
Placement in Children’s Division is based on the student’s age as of September 1 of the current school year. All children in Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet levels must be fully toilet trained and comfortable entering the classroom without an adult.

Dance Along With Me // Ages 2-4

Dance Along with Me is designed as an introduction to dance for our littlest dancers, aged 2-4 years old.  Students and their adult participate in this class together. Class sessions are typically 6 weeks long.

2024/25 Tuition: 
6-week session | $104
5-week session | $87
A $5 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Sessions: 
Session #1 | 6 weeks | September 3-October 12
Session #2 | 6 weeks | October 14-November 23
Session #3 | 5 weeks | December 2-January 18*
Session #4 | 6 weeks | January 20-March 1
Session #5 | 6 weeks | March 3-April 19*
Session #6 | 6 weeks | April 21-May 31

2024/25 Locations & Times: 

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Thursdays 10:30-11:00am
Saturdays 9:00-9:30am

FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
Wednesdays 11:00-11:30am
Saturdays 10:45-11:15am

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Thursdays 9:00-9:30am
Saturdays 9:00-9:30am

*Classes are not in session during MBSA breaks including November 25-December 1, December 23-January 5, and March 24-30.

Creative Movement // Age 3

Creative Movement introduces elements of dance with a professional instructor in a studio environment. Based on creativity, musicality, and imagination, students gain awareness of elements of dance before entering the Pre-Ballet program. Classes meet once weekly.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $70 per month
A $25 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Locations & Times: 

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Wednesdays 4:15-4:45pm
Saturdays 12:45-1:15pm

FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
Thursdays 4:30-5:00pm
Saturdays 9:00-9:30am

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Tuesdays 4:15-4:45pm
Saturdays 9:45-10:15am

Pre-Ballet I // Age 4

Students develop body and simple muscle awareness, strengthen locomotor skills, and are introduced to basic ballet posture and some techniques. Classes meet once per week.

2024/25Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $100 per month
A $25 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Locations & Times: 

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Tuesdays 3:45-4:30pm
Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm
Saturdays 11:45 am-12:30pm

FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm
Thursdays 4:15-5:00pm
Saturdays 9:45-10:30am

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Mondays 4:15-5:00pm
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm
Saturdays 10:30-11:15am

Pre-Ballet II // Age 5

More complex loco motor movements within the classical posture help students gain knowledge of personal directions and basic musicality. Classes meet once per week.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $100 per month
A $25 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Locations & Times: 

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Mondays 4:15-5:00pm
Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm
Saturdays 10:45-11:30am

FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
Tuesdays 5:15-6:00pm
Thursdays 5:15-6:00pm
Saturdays 11:30 am-12:15pm

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Mondays 5:15-6:00pm
Tuesdays 5:15-6:00pm
Saturdays 11:30 am-12:15pm

Pre-Ballet III / Age 6

More emphasis is placed on right and left, pointed feet, and straight legs within the classical posture and discipline. Upon completion of Pre-Ballet III, students should be prepared to start formal ballet training in Ballet I. Classes meet once per week.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $100 per month
A $25 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Locations & Times: 

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Mondays 5:15-6:00pm
Tuesdays 5:45-6:30pm
Saturdays 9:45-10:30am

FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
Tuesdays 6:15-7:00pm
Thursdays 6:15-7:00pm
Saturdays 12:30-1:15pm

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Mondays 4:15-5:00pm
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm
Saturdays 12:30-1:15pm

How to Register

Learn about MBSA registration, payment policies, and how to register online.

Dress Code

Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy requires a uniform dress code to create a strong sense of unity and discipline in the studio.