Denver Academy of Ballet

Denver Academy of Ballet offers Tiny Tots in Tutus, Pre-Ballet, Ballet/Tap, Ballet/Jazz, Ballet I-VIII, Boys Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Adult Ballet, and Adult Classes. Classes include early ballet education, classical ballet training, stretching, strengthening, injury prevention, pointe work, variations, partnering, proper diet, tap, jazz, expressive movement, and beginning and intermediate adult instruction.

Programs

• Tiny Tots in Tutus — Early ballet education program to introduce the language and style of ballet and prepare children for more technical dance levels.
• Ballet/Tap — Early ballet education program to introduce the language and style of ballet and prepare children for more technical dance levels.
• Ballet/Jazz — Early ballet education program to introduce the language and style of ballet and prepare children for more technical dance levels.
• Pre-Ballet — Early ballet education program to introduce the language and style of ballet and prepare children for more technical dance levels.
• Ballet I-VIII — Leveled classes with classical ballet training, stretching, strengthening, injury prevention, pointe work, variations, partnering and proper diet.
• Boys Ballet — Taught by Rob Kuykendall, award winning instructor for men of all ages.
• Jazz — Uses the principles of dance learned in ballet classes and helps students gain confidence as they learn classic jazz movements.
• Lyrical — An expressive jazz class for students who like to move in a creative and musical way.
• Contemporary — Teaches students to explore unique ways to move their body while building confidence and performance skills.
• Adult Ballet — Beginning and intermediate adult classes.
• Adult Classes — Offered for beginner and intermediate adults.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old

About the provider

Denver Academy of Ballet was established in 2001. The directors are Rob and Chandra Kuykendall. The program states a mission to offer technical training to students interested in pursuing a career in dance and to those who simply wish to have fun. It lists two performance opportunities each year.

Last updated August 20, 2026.