BALLET
Ballet technique is the strong foundation for all other forms of dance. Due to time constraints, only the ballet basics are taught in the Company Classes for ages 8 and up, so we highly recommend supplementing with a Ballet class. These extra Ballet classes will spend a significant time on proper alignment of the body, carriage of the arms, turnout of the legs and gracefulness. Dancers will learn ballet skills with increasing difficulty. Ballet classes run September-May and are available for girls 5-18. Registration closes in October for the season. Dancers in the Ballet classes will learn choreography to perform in the May Showcase.
2024-2025 SEASON
Classes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Click the button above for specifics.
- September 16 – December 5
- No classes on November 28 (Thanksgiving)
- January 6 – May
- There will be a one week break due to rehearsals for the Company production (TBA)
- May TBA – May Showcase
- June-August – Summer Classes
DRESS CODE
- Black cap-sleeved leotard. Front and back should have a scooped neckline with no additional adornment and no attached skirt
- Black capris that fit tightly and come to 1-2 inches below the knee
- Black skirt to cover the bum
- Pink ballet slippers (not half soles or jazz shoes). All dancers are required to have PINK ballet slippers for the showcase.
- Hair is to be secured in a bun
Company dancers can wear the official uniform. Studio dancers are welcome to order pieces from Tutu, but have the option of ordering similar pieces on their own. Examples are linked above.
The black leotard and capris will be the base used for the May Showcase. We will provide embellishments to those pieces. All costuming pieces are property of GCDC and are to be returned at the end of the showcase.
MAY SHOWCASE
Our Ballet Classes have the opportunity to showcase their skills at a May Showcase for parents and grandparents. This is an informal showing of what the girls have been learning set to Christian music. Showcase will be approximately 20-30 minutes in length. There is a $15 family fee to participate in the showcase. There is no ticket cost for this event.
TUITION AND FEES
YEARLY REGISTRATION FEE:
There is a family registration fee to participate in all studio classes including Acro-Dance, Ballet, Contemporary and Recreational. This class has a $25 fee due every August or at the time of registration. You pay this fee only once each year and it covers all studio classes taken. If a Company dancer is adding this studio class to their schedule, their Company registration fee covers all additional classes as well. Your spot in a class is not guaranteed until we receive your non-refundable registration fee.
TUITION:
30 minute classes – $45/ month ($40 cash/check)
45 minute classes- $50/month ($45 cash/check)
60 minute classes – $55/ month ($50 cash/check)
Company dancers can add this class on for a reduced rate of $25. NOTE: May-August, when GCDC Company classes are not offered, regular rates apply to Company dancers.
SHOWCASE FEE:
There is a family showcase fee of $25 for dancers to participate in the May Showcase and includes four tickets to the event. Additional tickets can be purchased at $5/seat until sold out. This fee is due the first class in April.
LATE FEE:
Tuition is due by the 7th of every month. There is a fee assessed to late tuition:
Paid on day 8-14: $5 late fee
Paid on day 15-21: $10 late fee
Paid on day 22 and beyond: $15 late fee
If you need to delay payment for any reason, please discuss this with us ahead of time.
Tuition can be paid onsite by cash or check. You can also mail your payment by the 7th of each month. Paying online or with a credit card incurs a $5 fee for each tuition payment.
