chicago ballet arts Log In HOME ABOUT CLASSES NEWS GALLERY RENTALS CONTACT Pre-Professional Division This division is designed for the dancer, ages 5-18, who would like to commit to the serious study of ballet. Students in this division are expected to take their level's entire schedule. The Pre-Professional Division is held over two semesters and culminates in the Annual Concert performance*. *Students must be enrolled for both semesters and have consistent attendance to be eligible to participate in the Annual Concert. Learn More Pre Ballet Pre Ballet students attend class once a week. This level introduces the more formal structure of a ballet class. The minimum age for this level is 5. Learn More Ballet 3 Students in Ballet 3 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is age 8-11. Learn More Ballet 6 Students in Ballet 6 attend classes 3 days per week which includes technique, pre-pointe/pointe (with approval), and conditioning. Eligible students will be evaluated for pointe work. Learn More Modern 1-3 CBA offers 3 sequential levels of Horton based modern technique classes. Students may enroll in modern in addition to their ballet technique or as a stand alone class. Learn More Ballet 1 Students in Ballet 1 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range for this level is 6 to 9 years old. Learn More Ballet 4 Students in Ballet 4 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is age 9-12. Learn More Ballet 7 Students in Ballet 7 attend classes 4 days per week which includes technique, pointe (with approval) and conditioning. Students typically spend a minimum of 2 years in this level. Learn More Performance Ensembles CBA is home to two performing ensembles which are open to students enrolled in Ballet 4-8. Ensembles provide students with additional rehearsal and performance opportunities. Learn More Ballet 2 Students in Ballet 2 attend 2 days of technique classes per week. The general age range is between 7 to 10 years old. Learn More Ballet 5 Students in Ballet 5 attend classes 3 days per week which includes technique, pre-pointe and conditioning. The minimum age for this level is 10. Learn More Ballet 8 Students in Ballet 8 attend classes 5 days per week, which includes technique, pointe (with approval), variations and conditioning. Some classes may be en-pointe. © 2021 by Chicago Ballet Arts Photo Credits: KT Miller Photography, Pointe Dance Photography and Friends of CBA. 915 Foster Street, Evanston IL E: info@chicagoballetarts.org T: 847-859-6066

chicago ballet arts Log In HOME ABOUT CLASSES NEWS GALLERY RENTALS CONTACT BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Spalding (President) Jane Bialek (Secretary) Peter Bialek (Treasurer) Steve Brunton Patti Eylar Laura Lichter Leslie Saunders Lynne Turner © 2021 by Chicago Ballet Arts Photo Credits: KT Miller Photography, Pointe Dance Photography and Friends of CBA. 915 Foster Street, Evanston IL E: info@chicagoballetarts.org T: 847-859-6066