Collenette School of Dancing

Collenette School of Dancing offers Baby Ballet for ages 3 to 4, 1st Level Ballet for ages 4 to 6, 2nd Level Ballet for ages 6 to 9, 3rd Level Ballet for ages 9 to 12, 4th/5th Level Ballet for ages 10 and up, 5th/6th Level Ballet for ages 11 and up, 6th Level Ballet, Pointe Class for ages 10 and up, Adult/Teen Beginning Ballet for ages 13 to Silver Swan, Hip-Hop Jazz for ages 6 to 100 years old, and Hip-Hop for ages 6 to 100 years old. Classes include simple ballet movements, ballet positions, arm movements, turns, jumps, stretching, ballet language, musicality, posture, turn out, pointe work, jazz warm-up and stretching, and hip hop combinations and routines.

Programs

• Baby Ballet — 3 to 4 · The perfect class for your growing toddler. Dancers will learn simple ballet movements and enjoy discovering the wonderful world of dance.
• 1st Level Ballet — 4 to 6 · Introduces ballet to young dancers, including 1st and 2nd position, all 5 arm movements, turns, jumps, and beginning stretching exercises.
• 2nd Level Ballet — 6 to 9 · Reinforces 1st Level and introduces 5th position, bigger jumps, more advanced turns, stretching techniques, ballet language, musicality, posture, and turn out.
• 3rd Level Ballet — 9 to 12 · For older beginner students; includes longer and more difficult combinations, more intense stretching, and stronger musicality, posture, and turn out.
• 4th/5th Level Ballet — 10 and up · Combined level class; repertoire dances, beginning pointe steps, longer combinations, and more intense stretching. Students must have at least 4 years of Ballet training.
• 5th/6th Level Ballet — 11 and up · Students must have at least 6 years of Ballet training. Pointe work is longer and stronger, with more difficult combinations and more intense stretching.
• 6th Level Ballet — Highest and most advanced level of Ballet. You must be invited to this class and have at least 5 years of Ballet training.
• Pointe Class — 10 and up · An hour of pointe work focused on strengthening feet and ankles and preventing injury. At least 2 years of ballet training is required.
• Adult / Teen Beginning Ballet — 13 to Silver Swan · Designed for adults and teens beginning classical ballet. No prior experience is necessary.
• Hip-Hop Jazz — 6 to 100 years old · Jazz dance class with warm-up, stretching, isolation, strengthening exercises, turns, leaps, jumps, runs, and a fast-paced combination. Great for beginners!
• Hip-Hop — 6 to 100 years old · Introductory-level Hip Hop class with structured learning, fun-filled environment, and new combinations and routines every class.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Facility hours: Monday 3pm-8pm; Tuesday 3pm-8pm; Wednesday 3pm-8pm; Thursday 3pm-8pm; Friday 3pm-8pm; Saturday 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday CLOSED

About the provider

Beatrice Collenette founded the school in 1926. Joan Collenette Damon continued the traditions for the next 40 years, and Emily Bratmon is the current owner and 3rd generation owner. The school’s mission is to offer correct classical technique in a wholesome and nurturing environment.

• Studio Closed — Saturday October 31st

Enrollment lasts 1 full year (August 17th, 2026 to May 16th, 2027). Tuition is due on the 1st of each month and auto-pay is required. Registration requires payment of 1st and last month's tuition. Families must notify staff by email or written notice on or before the last calendar day of the month for cancellation. No refunds. If you do not cancel by November 29th 2026, you are responsible for the rest of the 2026/2027 year's tuition.

Last updated September 12, 2026.