The mission of the Vacaville Ballet Company School is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for dancers to express, create, and develop an appreciation for the art of dance. Our instructors focus on proper technique and alignment in order to prevent injury. The Pre-Ballet Division is open to young dancers ages 2 and up. Age ranges listed below are based on estimates. Class level placement is based on skill as well as physical and emotional maturity level.
In order to determine a dancer’s skill level, they will be asked to participate in a placement class. Placement class level will be determined by age. The class instructor will determine if the level is appropriate for the dancer. New dancers will be given 1 week to determine if the Vacaville Ballet School is the right fit for them. See the Tuition page for more information.
Toddler Twirlers
Ages 2-3 years
50 minutes/class
Toddler Twirlers is designed for toddlers ages 2-3 years. Connect with your toddler in this playful ballet introduction. Kids will explore moving their bodies to different rhythms, while learning basic ballet steps and skills. Caregiver participation is required.
Pre-Ballet 1
Ages 3-4.5 years
(must be potty trained)
45 minutes/class
This class is designed for children ages 3-4 with little to no experience with ballet. The primary goals are for children to experience the joy of ballet, to introduce movement, and to introduce learning within a ballet classroom setting. Teachers will address strength, flexibility, and spatial awareness. Dancers will begin to be familiarized with ballet classroom etiquette, all while boosting their confidence in their new skills.
Pre-Ballet 2
Ages 4.5-6 years
(must be potty trained)
45 minutes/class
This class is designed for children ages 4-6 who have some ballet experience and/or some experience learning in a structured classroom setting. The primary goals are for children experience the joy of ballet, to introduce movement, to develop musicality foundations, and to learn to appreciate this art form. Teachers will address strength, posture, flexibility, and spatial awareness, and coordination. Dancers will begin to be familiarized with ballet classroom etiquette, all while boosting their confidence in their new skills.