OPEN FUNDAMENTALS program
SUMMER PROGRAMS
SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE
COMPANY REP WORKSHOP
Camps & Classes
School of Ballet RI
We offer a community where students experience dancing in a joyful environment that is supportive, reimagined, and full of integrity.
Students will:
- Receive a rigorous, comprehensive, professional level education that focuses on process over perfection and artistry alongside technical precision
- Experience the power of self-expression in an environment that encourages individuality, risk taking, and creativity
- Learn from our world-class faculty who possess years of educational training, degrees in dance pedagogy, and significant performance experience.
Our programs begin with classes for 3 year old children and continue through to classes for adult dancers, as well as those pursuing a professional dance career. Additionally, we offer special programs for children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, as well as extensive programs for the youth in our underserved communities.
Together we are reimagining dance education.
Current students can find important information here
New to School of Ballet RI? Visit our New Student page!
SCHOOL OF BALLET RI BROCHURE
OPEN HOUSE WEEK! Nov 9 – 15th, 2026
We are excited to welcome you to our first week of Open House Classes! Try out a class before you commit and see what the Ballet RI Way is all about!
Open house classes are based on age. Following class, an evaluation will be conducted by our faculty to place the student in the correct level for the academic year. You will be able to register once the evaluation has been submitted to you via email. Listed below are our Open House Classes with the appropriate age groups.
If you have any questions please reach out to our front desk at 401-353-1129 ext. 4 or [email protected].
Nov 9 – 15th, 2026
MONDAY NOV. 9
Upper 1 (6-7:30) Age: 13-15
TUESDAY NOV. 10
Primary 3B (4-5:30) Ages: 12-13
WEDNESDAY NOV. 11
Upper 1B (4-5:30) Ages: 8-9
Upper 2 (5:30-7:30) Ages: 15-18
THURSDAY NOV. 12
Primary 2B (5:30–7:00) Ages: 9-11
Creative Movement (4:15-5:00) Ages: 3-4
SATURDAY NOV. 14
Pre-Ballet (8:30-9:30) Ages: 6-7
Pre-Ballet 1 (9:30-10:30) Ages: 5-6
SUNDAY NOV. 15
Ballet Fundamentals 1 (1:00-2:00) Ages 8-11
If you are attending a Core Program or Ballet Fundamentals Open House class, please sign in with the front desk, letting them know what class you are there for. The front desk will assist you in filling out information for your child’s evolution form which will then be completed by a member of our faculty and later sent to you via email with class placement.
If you are attending a Children’s Program class, please sign in with the front desk to let them know what class you are here for. Your child will not be evaluated as we base our Children’s class off of age. The front desk can assist you in finding the right class for our child after the open house class or you can choose to register online. Parents are not permitted to attend the class with their child. Please make sure your dancer has used the bathroom prior to class to minimize the amount of bathroom trips taken during class. Your dancer is permitted to bring a water bottle in the studio with them. If this is their first dance class they do not need to be in dance attire, breathable moveable clothing is okay for Open House classes.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM | AGES 3+
Recreational, Trial Classes Available
For Students Ages 3-8
Children’s Program classes have been created to magnify students’ imagination and explore their moving bodies. These classes are largely based in imaginative play and improvisational games to develop coordination skills, spatial awareness, musical appreciation, body awareness, balance, listening skills, attention and focus, directional skills, and, most importantly, the joy of movement through creative expression and age-appropriate physical exercises.
OPEN FUNDAMENTALS PROGRAM | AGES 8-18
Recreational, Trial Classes Available
For Students Ages 8-18
The Open Fundamentals program is for the student who wants traditional Ballet training without a full-time commitment. Whether an athlete who wants to improve strength and flexibility, or a dancer looking to add more rigorous Ballet to current training, these once a week classes provide a high-level of study via a relaxed schedule.
CORE PROGRAM | AGES 8 – 22
Placement Classes Required
For Students Ages 8-22
This professional-track training program is designed with individual student success at its core. Students receive a solid dance foundation that allows for personal progressive growth and accomplishment. Many graduating students are accepted into high-level college dance programs, traineeships, or professional companies, while others achieve success in different career paths, leveraging skills like a strong sense of self, goal-oriented discipline, and confidence. All graduate with a lifelong understanding and appreciation of the Arts and its impact on our society.
professional trainee PROGRAM
core program | Professional Trainee PROGRAM
By Audition Only
For Students Ages 18-22
Students are accepted into the School of Ballet RI’s Trainee Level through an audition process offered during our Company Rep Workshop, or at the discretion of the Company Director. Trainees are required to take a minimum number of classes in the school while engaging fully in the company schedule. Trainees work extensively in our outreach program and are afforded many performance opportunities with our Company and School. Additionally, Trainees will participate in the end of School year performance, Culmination. After two years, trainees may move on to become company members at Ballet RI or other professional companies.
adult PROGRAM
Recreational, Drop-In and Memberships
For Students Ages 16+
School of Ballet RI’s Adult Program is designed to provide our community with the opportunity to explore dance as an enriching activity in a supportive and professional setting. Classes are offered in a variety of levels in ballet, with workshops in other styles offered throughout the year. Students may take as many or as few dance classes as they wish.
ADAPTIVE dance PROGRAM
Recreational
For Students Ages 4+
Ballet RI’s Adaptive Dance Program enables dancers with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or movement support needs to explore dance in an encouraging, safe environment. Our professional teachers are trained to modify and support ALL bodies through a series of exercises meant to increase physical mobility, flexibility, strength, musicality, and self-expression.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Get moving this summer with Summer Dance Intensive, Company Rep Workshop, children’s camps and classes for movers of all ages! From fun day camps filled with engaging, creative activities, to classes to give your summer training a boost, spend the summer at School of Ballet RI!
Page Under Construction! Check back soon for Summer 2027!
CURRENT STUDENTS
A central place for current Ballet RI students to access the student handbook and other important information.
Hone Your Technique | Private Lessons with School of Ballet RI
FACILITIES
Located in the heart of Providence’s vibrant, charming East Side, Ballet RI’s facilities feature three spacious, light filled studios with sprung floors, ballet barres and mirrors, offering a safe and nurturing environment for developing dancers of all ages and abilities. The largest of the studios transforms into a 95 seat Black Box Theatre where new and innovative works for audiences of all ages are performed.
The vibrant, walkable neighborhood features unique shops, diverse restaurants, a charming public park and playground, and is easily accessible by bicycle, transit, and car. Ballet RI is a proud member of the Hope Street Merchants Association.
