Academy Division

What we see onstage is the result of countless hours of toil, sweat, failure, and resilience. It is only by becoming a stronger person on the inside that we get to the seemingly effortless level of confidence exuded by our students. This is as true in life as it is in dance.

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a person in a blue leotard with arms in second position

a student in a navy blue leotard dancing in class

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.

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:

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:

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

2023/24 Location & Times:

How to Register

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

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Dress Code

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

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