Ballet Classes in Tucson, AZ

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Ballet

At Music & Dance Academy, anyone can learn to dance ballet

At the Music & Dance Academy, ballet is taught as both a disciplined art form and a means of personal expression. Our classes focus on building strong technical foundations—alignment, strength, flexibility, and musicality—while nurturing each dancer’s confidence and artistry. With age-appropriate progressions and thoughtful instruction, students develop precision, grace, and a deep appreciation for the tradition of ballet. Whether a dancer is just beginning or advancing through levels, our supportive environment and expert faculty help them grow with purpose and poise.

Our Approach to Ballet Classes

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Ballet Classes Should Be Fun!

We know dance may be what first brings you to our school—but having fun is what keeps you coming back. Our goal is for every student to love their lessons as they grow and discover their potential. We build strong skills while keeping each class engaging and inspiring.

Our experienced staff blends high standards with a creative, student-focused approach, giving dancers the space to explore and nurture their passion. Whether you’re new to dance or experienced, our teachers help you reach your goals—making the journey enjoyable every step of the way.

We Emphasize Healthy Technique

Healthy technique is critical to lifelong enjoyment of the dance. Our first priority is teaching strong fundamentals, including safe stretching, technique, vocabulary, and choreography. We believe that thoughtful instruction is essential to dance development and safeguards students from injury.

Once the fundamentals are in place, you can design your journey. Our qualified teachers will assist you in developing your dance and exploring different styles and programs. Learn with us as we infuse elements of performance throughout the year along with year-end recitals into our well-rounded approach to fostering dance excellence.

Ballet Classes

Tutus for Tots – Ballet for Toddlers in Tucson, AZ

Level: Early Childhood/Pre-School (3-4 yrs)

Tutus for Tots is an introduction to ballet for toddlers. Little ones use creative movement and begin to learn very basic ballet steps and terminology. Through movement games and activities children will learn and practice spatial awareness, rhythm, balance and coordination in this exciting class.

Pre Ballet Class in Tucson, AZ

Level: Children (5-6 yrs)

Pre-Ballet is an introductory ballet class that introduces the positions of the feet, port de bras, basic ballet steps, French vocabulary, class etiquette, barre work, center work, and choreography. Through games, creative movement, and imagery, the foundation for ballet technique will begin to blossom for young dancers.

Ballet 1

(7+ yrs) Beginner

Building upon fundamentals of classical ballet learned in Pre-Ballet, Ballet 1 will expand upon French vocabulary, barre, center, and choreography while adding more complexity and increasing difficulty. Class etiquette and traditions of ballet will be stressed in this level as dancers learn the structure of class and the importance of professionalism and respect. Our ballet curriculum is based upon the Cecchetti technique while incorporating other styles including Balanchine and Vaganova.

Ballet 2

(8+ yrs) Intermediate

While Ballet 1 lays the foundation for technique, Ballet 2 focuses more upon proper body alignment, turnout, execution, balance, and strength. Because Ballet 2 is a preparation for the most advanced level, Ballet 3, and is considered a preparation for pointe shoes, students may study in this level for more than one year until they show a mastery of the steps and concepts of the course. Our ballet curriculum is based upon the Cecchetti technique while incorporating other styles including Balanchine and Vaganova.

Ballet 3/4

(9+ yrs) Advanced

Our most advanced Ballet class ideal for Teens, Ballet 3 provides a strong technical foundation with a focus on more difficult combinations, petit allegro, pirouettes, and grande allegro. Choreography is a mix of classical with exposure to the great ballets and variations with original works of a more contemporary style included. Our ballet curriculum is based upon the Cecchetti technique while incorporating other styles including Balanchine and Vaganova.

Pointe

(11+ yrs)

With instructor permission, Pointe dancers learn the fundamentals of pointe technique and execution. Dancers must have adequate strength, stability, and precociousness to handle this exciting responsibility for advanced dancers only.

Adult Ballet Class in Tucson, AZ

Adult Ballet for Beginning to Intermediate Students

An open class for older teens and adults of any age, Adult Ballet is a fun and functional workout while incorporating ballet steps at the barre, center, and across the floor. Great for building strength, flexibility, and fine muscle tone, Adult Ballet is a nurturing environment for dancers of any age. Bring a friend or make a new one in class! See you at the barre 🙂

Mommy & Me Dance Class in Tucson, AZ

2 year olds

Mommy and Me dance class is designed to get 2 year olds and their caregivers moving! In this toddler dance class, little ones learn motor skills, listening skills, and basic dance skills through creative movement, games, and activities. Mommies, daddies, grandparents, and anyone else is welcome to assist their little one in this fun exploration of movement.

Starting dance is as easy as 1-2-3!

Together we explore students’ dance goals.

We match students with one of our expert instructors.

Start dancing! Parents get progress updates as we prepare for performances.

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Weekly

30 min

$54

Monthly