Academy Division

The Academy program allows students to continue their dance education at a high level of training,  requiring a greater commitment level of four sessions per week. Study includes Ballet & Pointe, Modern, Jazz, and Hip Hop, as well as Pilates. Academy students enjoy their own performances to build skill and confidence on stage.

Academy Division

AGES 13+ YEARS OLD
The Academy program is designed for serious dance students who are interested in and willing to commit to intensive study in a variety of dance styles. Most Academy classes are held at Milwaukee Ballet's Baumgartner Center for Dance in downtown Milwaukee.

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Ballet VIII

Ballet VIII allows students to continue their dance education at a high level of training with a modified schedule and commitment level.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $449 per month
A $25 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Locations & Times:

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Tuesdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:00-8:30pm
Wednesdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Thursdays | Style 5:30-6:30pm | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm

BROOKFIELD – TOWNE CENTRE
Mondays | Ballet & Pointe 6:00-8:30pm
Wednesdays | Ballet & Pointe 4:45-7:15pm
Thursdays | Ballet & Pointe 4:30-7:00pm | Style 7:00-8:00pm

Pre-Academy

Students are required to take all classes as part of Pre-Academy curriculum.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $464 per month
A $50 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Location & Times:

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Mondays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Wednesdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Thursdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Saturdays | Ballet & Pointe 9:00-10:30am | Pilates 10:45-11:45am | Jazz 11:45am-12:45pm | Rehearsals 1:15-3:45pm

Academy I

Students are required to take all classes as part of the Academy I curriculum.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $483 per month
A $50 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Location & Times:

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Mondays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-8:00 pm| Jazz 8:00-9:00 pm
Tuesdays | Modern 6:00-7:00 pm | Ballet & Pointe 7:15-8:45 pm
Thursdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00 pm
Fridays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00 pm
Saturdays | Pilates 10:00-10:45 am | Ballet & Pointe 10:45 am-12:15 pm | Rehearsals 12:45-3:15 pm

Academy II

Students are required to take all classes as part of the Academy II curriculum.

2024/25 Tuition: 
9 monthly payments of $494 per month
A $50 registration fee applies at the time of enrollment only

2024/25 Location & Times:

DOWNTOWN – BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Mondays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-8:00pm | Hip Hop 8:00-9:00pm
Tuesdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:00-7:30pm | Modern 7:45-8:45pm
Wednesdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:15-8:45pm
Thursdays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Fridays | Ballet & Pointe 6:30-9:00pm
Saturdays | Pilates 9:00-9:45am | Ballet & Pointe 9:45-11:15am | Rehearsals 11:45am-2:15pm

How to Register

Learn about MBSA registration, payment policies, and how to register online.

Dress Code

Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy requires a uniform dress code to create a strong sense of unity and discipline in the studio.