classes at the mill ballet school
Students must attend classes in the school's required uniform for the corresponding level.
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All required dance uniforms can be purchased at the
Mill Ballet School with the exception of pointe shoes.
​Creative Movement (ages 3-5)
This class touches on the child's expression through movement often as a first movement experience. This class an essential building block for development into ballet classes.
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Dress Code: White leotard, white pull on skirt, pink tights, full sole pink leather ballet slippers
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Pre-Ballet (ages 4.5-6)
Rhythms, patterns, and form are covered, along with basic movements to prepare students for classical ballet technique. This class is a level two building block for development into a full ballet classes.
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Dress Code: Light pink tank leotard, light pink pull on skirt, pink tights, full sole pink leather ballet slippers
Ballet Level 1 through 6
The focus at these levels is to develop and refine the student's solid and strong ballet technique. Focus is placed on technique, Por De Bras, Placement, Body Awareness, Vocabulary, and an overall artistic sense. Each level builds upon the last. Students entering the Mill from another school must be evaluated for correct placement at the school.
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Dress Code
Ballet 1: Maroon tank leotard, pink tights, ballet slippers
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Ballet 2: Red tank leotard, pink tights, ballet shoes
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Ballet 3 : Light blue leotard, pink tights, ballet shoes
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Ballet 4​: Royal blue leotard, pink tights, ballet shoes
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Ballet 5-7: Black leotard, pink tights, ballet shoes​
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Contemporary 1, 2, & 3
Elements of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Urban styles meld together to advance the students' knowledge of their bodies and movement vocabulary. Freedom of movement, rhythm, and intricate movement patterns are the foundation of this class. Popular themes and trends are explored in this offering.
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Dress Code: Plain colored leotard, convertible pink tights​
Jazz 1,2,&3
All elements and styles of jazz dance are covered.
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Dress Code: Black tank leotard, black jazz pants, black jazz shoes
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Pre-Pointe
A class designed for the student dancer wishing to pursue pointe work. Emphasis is placed on lower leg strength and flexibility. This class builds the dancers skills for entrance into Pointe 1.
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**Students in pre-pointe need soft/demi pointe shoes**
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Pointe 1,2 & 3
This class covers the basics of pointe work at a level 1, 2& 3
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Hip Hop Level 1,2, & 3
Learns the fundamentals of hip hop and street dance.
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Dress Code: Athletic wear and athletic sneakers.
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Teen / Adult Beginner Ballet
Learns the fundamentals of Ballet and get in shape.
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Dress Code: Ballet shoes, leotard, tights and dance skirt.
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Tap 1, 2, & 3
An exploration of the fundamentals of classic tap at all levels. Adult students are welcome.
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Dress Code: Black tank leotard, black jazz pants, black tap shoes
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Latin Ballroom Dance 1,2,& 3
An exploration and study of the latin ballroom dance at all levels. Adult students & partners are welcome.
Dress Code: Mill Ballet School leotard in the corresponding level color, ballet pink or skin colored tights, latin skirt, latin ballroom shoes with cuban heel for girls 12 and under and narrow heel for girls 13 and up. Boys: White shirt, black dance pant and black jazz shoes.
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Integrated Dance Classes
Dancers with all types of disabilities are welcome to take classes at the Mill Ballet School. We are a fully inclusive school with over 25 years of experience in the field of integrated dance education. Sit-down dance students regularly take ballet classes together with stand-up students. Children with developmental disabilities are welcome and encouraged to join our programs at the Mill Ballet School. Please contact the school director Melissa Roxey for additional details and placement instructions.
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Private classes
(Ages 7-Professional)
A private class can be given to any student who wishes to receive help in an area of a dance class, for performances, weddings, talent shows, or any other reason. These classes are offered in all styles and levels. This service is designed for students at all levels and must be approved and arranged by the director.
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Pre-Professional Trainee Division
(Junior 12-14) (Senior 14-18)
This program offers a unique and intensive training program for the career-minded dance student. Enrollment in our Trainee Division is by invitation or audition only. Dancers work with a variety of choreographers, perfect rehearsals skills, and learn the world of professionalism in the field of performing arts.
Each week, the trainee dancers are mentored alongside professional artists at the Roxey Ballet Company, as they engage in a professional performances throughout the year. The trainees develop a unique body of repertory that is performed throughout their 4-6 years in the program. They will also make special appearances with the professional Roxey Ballet Company, the official company of the Mill Ballet School. Today, dancers are expected to approach their discipline with passion, responsibility, versatility, and experience. These skills are developed through programs such as our Trainee Division, bridging the gap between student and professional artists.
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2024-2025 Season Trainee Audition: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 | 5:00 pm
Request consideration with a formal letter to the directors
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