Description of Classes
Pre-Ballet
Ages 3-4
Emphasis on creative dance with an introduction to
basic ballet technique. Creative dance nurtures the
child to move freely, develop music and listening
skills, and express creativity through movement.
This level follows a two year syllabus.
Ballet I
Ages 5-6
Emphasis on ballet technique including the continual
development of musical and improvisational skills.
This level follows a two year syllabus.
Ballet II
Ages 7-8
Emphasis on ballet technique focusing on correct
placement, body alignment, and leg and arm
coordination while furthering student's ballet
vocabulary, music, and performance skills. This
level follows a two year syllabus.
Ballet III
Ages 9+
Continual emphasis on elements taught in Ballet II
while focusing on strengthening ankles and feet in
preparation for advanced footwork and Beginning
Pointe. Girls must be at least 12 years old to begin
pointe. Students will be individually considered as
to readiness for pointe shoes. Students must attend
class twice a week.
Beginning Pointe
Age 12 +
In addition to attending Ballet III classes,
students will stay an extra half hour a week to
study pointe. Students must obtain permission to
attend this class.
Intermediate Pointe
Age 13+
In addition to technique classes, students will take
an hour per week to study pointe. Students must
obtain permission to attend this class.
Ballet IV
Students continue to broaden
ballet technique with emphasis on extensions,
advanced level pirouettes and beats, phrasing and
musicality. Students must obtain permission to take
this level and must attend a minimum of three
classes per week.
Ballet V and Advanced
Pointe
This level is for the serious
student who wishes to pursue a career in dance or is
considering a college dance degree. Students must
attend a minimum of five classes per week. Ballet IV
is a prerequisite to the class. Students with
excellent attendance and focus during class will be
considered for this level. The Advanced Pointe
students will study a minimum of two hour s per week
of pointe and variations.
Ballet VI
Six classes per week. This level furthers training with a variations class in addition to technique and pointe classes.
Oxford Ballet School II
A pre-professional ballet program will be offered to
the serious ballet student 13 through 25 by an
annual audition only. Students are given many
opportunities to perform throughout the year and are
taught how to prepare for auditions.
Beg. Tap
Ages 3-6
Students will learn beginning rhythm
tap.
Int.
Tap
Ages 7-10
Students will learn intermediate level theatre and
rhythm tap.
Adv. Tap
Ages 11-adult
Students will learn intermediate/advanced level theatre and
rhythm tap.
Beginner Adult Ballet
Emphasis on learning ballet
technique and basic ballet vocabulary while enjoying
freedom of movement.
Beg./Int. Adult
Ballet
This class is a continuation of
the Beg. Adult Ballet. Students must have a year or
more of ballet training to attend this class.
Irish Step Dancing
(ages 5+)
Contemporary Jazz
(ages 10+)
Yoga
Perfect for all levels. Aims to release muscle tension, stretch and tone most major muscle groups, increase flexibility and balance. Bring a mat or towel.
Boys’ HipHop
(ages 5-10 & 11+)
Studio Company
the next program offered for the career goal
oriented student. This program offered to students
18 and older by audition only, prepares the dancer
for a professional career by offering contracts to
receive free classes and opportunities to
choreograph & perform.
Birthday Parties [more info]
Oxford Ballet School offers its studio space for birthday parties.
- One hour
rental- $80
Party guests are
given a 45 minute ballet class and a mini
performance taught by one of Oxford Ballet
School's ballerinas.
- Half hour
rental -$40
Party guests are
invited to dance in a 20 minute ballet class
taught by one of Oxford Ballet's ballerinas!
To reserve-
E-mail oxfordballetoffice@gmail.com
Or call (662)-236-4255
*Saturdays are recommended for parties.
*Some restrictions apply such as food or drink in the studio.
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