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Summer Classes
Whether a young dancer just starting out, or a serious student looking to maintain their training, classes and sessions are available throughout the summer at each of the MBSA branches.
Children's Division
AGES 2-6 // This summer, let your little ones experience classical ballet preparation in inspiring, creative classes! Emphasizing coordination development, rhythm, body awareness, and ballet class etiquette, classes feature imaginative and age-appropriate activities presented in a welcoming, nurturing, and professional environment.
All children in Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet levels must be fully toilet trained and comfortable entering the classroom without an adult.
Dance Along With Me, Ages 2-4
Dance Along with Me is designed as an introduction to dance for our littlest dancers, aged 2-4 years old. Students and their adult participate in this class together. Class sessions are typically 6 weeks long.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $101 per 6-week session
Please note that a $5 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 11:00-11:30am
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26*
Wednesdays 11:00-11:30am
Thursdays 5:00-5:30pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26*
Tuesdays 4:15-4:45pm
Thursdays 9:00-9:30am
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Creative Movement, Age 3
Creative Movement introduces elements of dance with a professional instructor in a studio environment. Based on creativity, musicality, and imagination, students gain awareness of elements of dance before entering the Pre-Ballet program. Classes meet once weekly.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $101 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 9:00-9:30am
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26*
Tuesdays 4:15-4:45pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26*
Thursdays 4:15-4:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Pre-Ballet I, Age 4
Students develop body and simple muscle awareness, strengthen locomotor skills, and are introduced to basic ballet posture and some techniques. Classes meet once per week.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $152 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 9:45-10:30am
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26*
Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26*
Thursdays 5:00-5:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Pre-Ballet II, Age 5
More complex locomotor movements within the classical posture help students gain knowledge of personal directions and basic musicality. Classes meet once per week.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $152 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 10:45-11:30am
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26*
Thursdays 4:15-5:00pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26*
Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Pre-Ballet III, Age 6
More emphasis is placed on right and left, pointed feet, and straight legs within the classical posture and discipline. Upon completion of Pre-Ballet III, students should be prepared to start formal ballet training in Ballet I. Classes meet once per week.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $152 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 11:45am-12:30pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26*
Thursdays 5:15-6:00pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26*
Tuesdays 6:00-6:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Ballet I, Ages 7-9
Students who have completed Pre-Ballet or ages 7-9 and are new to ballet will enjoy an introductory course to our classical curriculum. Classes meet once per week.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $174 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 11:45am-12:45pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 11-July 23*
Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 13-July 25*
Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Ballet II/III, Ages 8-10
For students who have completed Ballet I or II. Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday each week.
Summer 2024 Tuition:
$159 per 3-week session
$315 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
July 30-August 15 | 3-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30-5:45pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 11-July 25* | 6-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:45-7:00pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 11-July 25* | 6-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30-5:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Boys Class I, Ages 7-10
Boys age 7-12 who are new to ballet or continuing study to improve strength and flexibility specific to techniques used by men in dance. May be taken alone or with other classes or camps.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $48 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
June 15-July 27*
Saturdays 10:30-11:30am
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Boys Workshop, Ages 7-12
A unique and focused week for boys aged 7-12. Daily ballet class and variations (choreography from famous ballet stories). Students will film their accomplishments during the final class.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $107 per 1-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
August 5-9
Monday-Friday 5:00-7:00pm
Ballet IV
For students who have completed Ballet III. Students continue to build on exercises and vocabulary. Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday each week.
Summer 2024 Tuition:
$190 per 3-week session
$371 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
July 30-August 15 | 3-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 11-July 25* | 6-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 11-July 25* | 6-week session
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Ballet V/Pre-Pointe
Students who will start pointe in the fall. Specific focus on preparing for pointe work, but pointe shoes are not worn during this summer session. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday each week.
Summer 2024 Tuition:
$218 per 3-week session
$434 per 6-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
July 29-August 16 | 3-week session | 4:30-6:00pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-July 26* | 6-week session | 4:15-5:45pm
July 29-August 16 | 3-week session | 4:15-5:45pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-July 26* | 6-week session | 4:15-5:45pm
July 29-August 16 | 3-week session | 4:15-5:45pm
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.
Ballet VI/VII
Ballet, pointe, variations and character dance. Students must have at least 1-2 years of prior pointe experience. Classes meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday each week.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $353 per 3-week session
Please note that a $10 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
July 29-August 16 | 6:15-8:45pm
FOX POINT/RIVERPOINT VILLAGE
June 10-28 | 6:00-8:30pm
July 29-August 16 | 6:00-8:30pm
BROOKFIELD/TOWNE CENTRE
June 10-28 | 6:00-8:30pm
July 29-August 16 | 6:00-8:30pm
Junior Ballet Intensive
Live the life of a professional dancer this summer! Ballet, character, variations, jazz, dance history, nutrition, injury prevention, stretching, and strengthening are some of the classes that will extend your training this summer. Take one, two, or three sessions.
For intermediate students ages 9-13 with at least 3 years of ballet class experience. Current MBSA students should have completed Ballet III, Ballet IV, or Ballet V.
Academy Maintenance
Advanced ballet and pointe for students who have at least 3 years of serious pointe experience and boys in the equivalent level, or for students registered for Milwaukee Ballet’s Pre-Professional 6-week Summer Intensive Program.
Summer 2024 Tuition | $101 per weekly session
Please note that a $2 registration fee is added at the time of enrollment.
THIRD WARD/BAUMGARTNER CENTER FOR DANCE
Classes meet Monday-Thusday each week.
6:00-7:30pm
June 10-13
June 17-20
June 24-27
July 8-11
July 15-18
July 22-25
9:00-10:30am OR 6:00-7:30pm
July 29-August 1
August 5-8
August 12-15
August 19-22
*Classes are not in session Monday, July 1 through Saturday, July 6.