Geeky Ballerina
artistry + technique
Which Division is Right For You?
Complete progression from ages 3 through pre-professional training. Each division builds on the previous with clear developmental benchmarks.
What you'll have:
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Systematic technique progression across five divisions
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Integrated pointe curriculum that aligns with technical training
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Complete vocabulary at every level
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Developmental benchmarks that eliminate guesswork
Pre-ballet & Ballet Foundations​
Teach ages 3-7 with developmental clarity, not guesswork.
​Clear frameworks for progression from first movement exploration through formal ballet readiness.
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What you'll have:​
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Age-appropriate vocabulary development aligned with cognitive and physical stages
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Integrated artistry elements for developing minds
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Complete class themes, activities, and developmental benchmarks
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Progression that builds authentic foundations
Beginning students become confident, coordinated young dancers prepared for formal elementary training.​​
Elementary Division
Your dancers are ready for formal ballet training. Build them from foundations through pointe readiness.
​Three levels from first formal concepts through pointe preparation. For ages 8+ (adult and teen beginners start at Level 2).
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What you'll have: ​​
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Clear progression from Level 1 through Level 3
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Complete vocabulary from barre through grand allegro
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Developmental benchmarks including pointe readiness standards
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Level 1: Formal Ballet Foundations
Introduction to foundational ballet vocabulary from barre through grand allegro. Integrated artistry elements appropriate for beginning formal training.
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Level 2: Technical Development & Alignment Excellence
Focused progression from 3rd to 5th position mastery. More challenging muscle engagement with continued artistic development.
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Level 3: Control & Grace Refinement
Develops aplomb and builds toward confident pirouettes from 5th position. Establishes pointe-readiness through refined strength and elegant artistry.
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Beginning students become technically proficient, artistically sensitive dancers prepared for intermediate training.
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Adult and teen beginning dancers should begin with Level 2.
Intermediate Division​
Your dancers have foundational technique. Now build refined control and artistic maturity.
​Three levels from movement quality refinement through performance presence cultivation. For ages 11+.
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What you'll have:​​
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Clear progression from Level 4 through Level 6
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Complete vocabulary including épaulement, higher extensions, and dynamic range
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Developmental benchmarks for advanced training readiness
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Level 4: Movement Quality Refinement
Introduces épaulement to develop sophisticated movement coordination. Integrated breath training that enhances technical execution.
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Level 5: Classical Awareness Development
Builds anatomical understanding and strength for higher extensions. Refined artistry integration focusing on line and spatial awareness.
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Level 6: Performance Presence Cultivation
Masters aplomb through weight transfer and develops dynamic range in execution. Artistry growth preparing for pre-professional training.
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Students become technically accomplished, artistically aware dancers prepared for advanced training.
Advanced Division
Your dancers are ready for pre-professional training. Give them systematic progression to professional standards.
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Two levels that build from performance artistry through audition preparation. For dedicated dancers ages 14+.​
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What you'll have:
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Clear progression from Level 7 through Level 8
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Complete vocabulary for batterie, multiple pirouettes, and advanced technical elements
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Developmental benchmarks for collegiate and professional readiness
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Level 7: Performance Artistry Cultivation
Develops finesse in batterie and consistency in multiple pirouettes while maintaining technical excellence. Artistry elements integrated throughout all movement.
​Level 8: Professional Transition Preparation
Masters advanced technique with artistic expression. Preparation for collegiate auditions and professional opportunities.
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Students become technically exceptional dancers prepared for professional and collegiate success.
Pointe Division
Teach pointe with complete knowledge, without relying on vague traditions.
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Four progressive levels from foundational alignment through professional performance intensity. Each level provides clear developmental benchmarks for what to teach when.
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What you'll have:
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Readiness evaluation framework
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Optional preparation level for younger dancers
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Systematic progression across four levels with complete vocabulary
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Developmental benchmarks that eliminate guesswork
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Level 1: Alignment Establishment en Pointe
Foundation skills including relevé mastery and platform stability. Methodical introduction to pointe work at the barre.
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Level 2: Ankle Stability Development
Progressive balance challenges and single-foot stability. Introduction to simple turns.
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Level 3: Turning Mastery en Pointe
Complete turning vocabulary and dynamic traveling elements. Advanced center work with refined musicality.
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Level 4: Professional Intensity Preparation
Advanced stamina building and performance preparation. Sophisticated combinations supporting artistic maturity.
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Students become technically masterful, artistically expressive pointe dancers prepared for professional performance demands.
