Growth measured in leaps and bounds

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

Children's Division

Ages 2-6

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.

Teacher assistants will be scheduled as needed based on social distancing and capacity requirements.

  • DANCE ALONG WITH ME, Ages 2-4

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

    Tuition for 2022-23 School Year | A $25 registration fee applies at time of enrollment only
    6-week session | $99
    5-week session | $82.50

    Session #1 | 6 weeks | September 5-October 15
    Session #2 | 6 weeks | October 17-December 3*
    Session #3 | 5 weeks | December 5-January 21*
    Session #4 | 6 weeks | January 23-March 4
    Session #5 | 6 weeks | March 6-April 22*
    Session #6 | 6 weeks | April 24-June 3

    DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
    Tuesday | 10:00-10:30am
    Saturday | 9:00-9:30am

    FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
    Wednesday | 11:00-11:30am
    Saturday | 10:45-11:15am

    BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
    Thursday | 9:00-9:30am
    Saturday | 9:45-10:15am

    *Classes are not in session during MBSA breaks, including, November 21-27, December 21-January 3, and March 27-April 2.

  • 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.

    Tuition for 2022-23 School Year | 9 monthly payments of $66 | A $25 registration fee applies at time of enrollment only

    DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
    Tuesday | 3:00-3:30pm
    Saturday | 12:45-1:15pm

    FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
    Saturday | 9:00-9:30am

    BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
    Saturday | 9:00-9:30am

  • Pre-Ballet I, Age 4

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

    Tuition for 2022-23 School Year | 9 monthly payments of $96 | A $25 registration fee applies at time of enrollment only

    DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
    Tuesday | 3:45-4:30pm
    Saturday | 11:45am-12:30pm

    FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
    Tuesday | 4:15-5:00pm
    Saturday | 9:45-10:30am

    BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
    Tuesday | 4:15-5:00pm
    Saturday | 9:45-10:30am

  • 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.

    Tuition for 2022-23 School Year | 9 monthly payments of $96 | A $25 registration fee applies at time of enrollment only

    DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
    Tuesday | 4:45-5:30pm
    Saturday | 10:45-11:30am

    FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
    Tuesday | 5:15-6:00pm
    Saturday | 11:30am-12:15pm

    BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
    Tuesday | 5:15-6:00pm
    Saturday | 10:45-11:30am

  • 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.

    Tuition for 2022-23 School Year | 9 monthly payments of $96 | A $25 registration fee applies at time of enrollment only

    DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
    Tuesday | 5:45-6:30pm
    Saturday | 9:45-10:30am

    FOX POINT – RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
    Tuesday | 6:15-7:00pm
    Saturday | 12:30-1:15pm

    BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
    Tuesday | 4:15-5:00pm
    Saturday | 11:45-12:30pm

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Faculty & Staff

Our instructors and musicians are experienced, engaging and ready to inspire.

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School & Academy

Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy provides an encouraging environment where all ages are invited to find and refine their artistry.

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Relevé

The Relevé program delivers three years of high-quality ballet classes to over 200 students at three Milwaukee Public Schools.

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