OPEN CLASSES FOR TEENS/ADULTS
*NOTE: No Open Class on Thursday, April 26th*
Portland School of Ballet is proud to offer instruction to adults and teenagers who wish to learn ballet and improve their technique, as well as students looking to dance for fun and fitness. These classes are taught with the same dedication and structure as the lessons for our year-round students, but the atmosphere is more relaxed to meet the needs of the recreational dancer. Please note: we are located in Portland, Maine. Sign up for Drop-In Classes below.
Open Class Schedule -
Beginner/Intermediate Drop-In Class - Tuesdays: 6:30 - 8:00pm (Note - True Beginners should join Ballet Essentials)
Intermediate/Advanced Drop-In Class - Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:00pm
Registration is required! Please sign up early if you are planning to attend a class. In the event that there are less than 3 students signed up for class, class will be canceled 3 hours prior to the scheduled start time. In the event of a cancellation: Anyone who is signed up will be notified by email, so please check your email prior to leaving for class. If a class is not available for signup, it is full or has been canceled.
Ballet Essentials (True Beginner Class)
Upcoming Sessions:
Winter Session 2: Wednesdays, February 28-March 27, 6:30pm-7:30pm, 5 week session - Register
Spring Sessions: Wednesdays, April 24-May 22, 6:30pm-7:30pm, 5 week session - Register
Summer Session 1: Wednesdays, June 5-July 3, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 5 week session - Register
Summer Session 2: Wednesdays, July 17-August 14, 5:30pm-6:30pm, 5 week session - Register
Ballet Essentials is a 5-week group class for beginner ballet students - no experience required. This class is intended for Teen and Adult beginner students to learn ballet basics in order to move into our Beginner/Intermediate drop-in classes (Open Classes) or Portland School of Ballet's Senior Division (PSB). Students may also re-enroll for the next session of Ballet Essentials.
Attire: Please plan to wear clothes that are comfortable and do not restrict movement (ie: leggings, t-shirt or tank top, loose-fitting shorts). Canvas ballet shoes are highly recommended. Socks are acceptable in place of ballet shoes but may be more slippery
Registration for the full 5- week session is required for Ballet Essentials. Tuition: $60.
COVID-19 Policy
Updated 06-06-2022
Cumberland County’s Community COVID-19 Level is low. As a result, as of Monday, June 6, 2022 masks are optional at Portland Ballet. We welcome you to continue to wear a mask if you feel most comfortable.
We will continue to stay updated on COVID policies and information throughout the coming weeks and months, and make any necessary adjustments.
Arriving for class:
- Students should come with their hair done and full dance attire already on (excluding ballet shoes), wearing outerwear on top. Our communal dressing rooms will remain closed until further notice.
Inside:
- Please minimize what you bring in- preferably, pack all your things in one large bag.
- Cleaning and sanitizing procedures are still in place, and HEPA-filters are replaced regularly. When the weather allows we will open windows in the studios, and every room in the building is equipped with plentiful tissues, hand sanitizer, wastebaskets, and cleaning supplies.
Health & Safety Agreement for Open Classes
To keep myself and the community safe:
I will not come to class if I am experiencing COVID-19 symptoms
I will follow CDC recommendations regarding close contact, masking, and quarantining based on my vaccination status.
I agree that Portland Ballet can use my email address to contact me about important class schedule- and other Portland School of Ballet updates. I understand that I can unsubscribe from such notices at any time.
I hereby certify that I/my child is in good health and capable of participating in Portland Ballet's class(es). I hereby release and forever discharge Portland Ballet of and from any and all claims, demands, rights or cause of action of whatsoever kind or nature, arising from, or by reason of, any and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal injuries and the consequences thereof.
