Preballet
Ages 4-5 are introduced to ballet technique and physical coordination as they learn basic positions, stretches, and steps through games and activities. Students also learn a ballet dance for the May recital.
Classes
KFortier classes follow a clear Preballet through Level IV path.
All ballet classes are taught using the Russian Vaganova method. The dancenter offers classes for ages four through adults, with additional study in jazz and contemporary.
Placement First
Enrollment is guided by age, readiness, and the dancer's long-term path.
The legacy KFortier structure begins with age bands, then grows into barre work, pointe preparation, contemporary, variations, and Ballet Apetrei company opportunities. Parents submit registration first so staff can confirm the correct level before tuition is activated.
Level I
Ages 5-8 gain a better understanding of ballet technique through slightly more advanced steps and exercises. Ages 7 and 8 begin to use the barre in ballet class and learn a ballet dance for the May recital.
Level II
Ages 9-11 continue ballet training with more advanced movement and preparation to begin pointe within the next couple of years. Students also learn a ballet dance for the May recital.
Level III
Ages 12 and above strengthen ballet technique and begin Pre-Pointe, Pointe, and Contemporary. Students learn ballet, pointe, and contemporary dances for the May recital if enrolled in those classes.
Level IV
Ages 13 and above continue strengthening ballet, pointe, and contemporary technique. Dancers may audition for Ballet Apetrei and gain additional performance opportunities if accepted into the company.
How It Works
Students train for technique, performance, and progression.
- Preballet and Level I dancers build coordination, positions, stretches, steps, and early ballet vocabulary.
- Level II and III dancers prepare for more advanced movement, pre-pointe, pointe, and contemporary study.
- Level IV dancers may audition for Ballet Apetrei and gain additional performance opportunities.
Start with registration, then move to tuition.
The class flow protects level progression and keeps parents from purchasing the wrong tuition plan before staff confirms the appropriate class path.