Ballet Conservatory
The Ballet Conservatory at Fort Worth Country Day provides students from around the metroplex the opportunity to study with experienced professionals in the world of ballet. With the emphasis on developing the technique and artistry of each dancer, The Ballet Conservatory provides a curriculum to foster the joy, expression and discipline of ballet at every level. All ability levels are welcome.
Spring Semester 2024 registration is now open.
The Ballet Conservatory at Fort Worth Country Day invites all students in the metroplex to participate in its outstanding ballet training program. The school provides quality ballet instruction for all levels of advancement.
From the youngest pre-ballet student to the aspiring professional, each student is guided through a curriculum designed to enhance both physical skill and the appreciation for the artistry of dance. The goal of The Ballet Conservatory is to provide a firm foundation for each dancer to attain his or her full potential through a combination of the highest quality training and exciting performance opportunities.
To enroll in The Ballet Conservatory, please access our Online Registration Platform. If you have questions about The Ballet Conservatory programs, please contact Carrie Cheng ([email protected]).
Children's Division - Studio A (Spring Semester)
Junior Kindergarten Ballet (age 4-5), Spring Semester
| Grades | Ages 4-5, Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Day/Time | Fridays, 3:45-4:30 p.m. (18 classes) |
| Tuition | $525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $500 |
| Capacity | 20 |
Kindergarten Ballet (ages 5-6), Spring Semester
| Grades | Ages 5-6, Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Mondays, 4-4:45 p.m. (16 classes) |
| Tuition | $495 ($370 + $125 Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $475 |
| Capacity | 25 |
Ballet 1 (ages 6- 7 | First Grade), Spring Semester
| Grades | Ages 6-7, Grade 1 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Tuesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. (18 classes) |
| Tuition | $525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $500 |
| Capacity | 20 |
Ballet 2 (ages 7-8 | Second Grade), Spring Semester
| Grades | Ages 7-8, Grade 2 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Wednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. (18 classes) |
| Tuition | $525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $500 |
| Capacity | 15 |
Ballet 3 (ages 8-9 | Third Grade), Spring Semester
| Grade | Ages 8-9, Grade 3 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. (18 classes) |
| Tuition | $525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $500 |
| Capacity | 15 |
Children's Division Dress Code
| Level | Class Days | Color | Leotard Brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Kindergarten | F | Pink | Bloch CL8262 |
| Kindergarten | M | Pink | Bloch CL8262 |
| Ballet 1 | T | Light Blue | Bloch CL8262 |
| Ballet 2 | W | Lavender | Bloch CL8262 |
| Ballet 3 | TH | Lavender | Bloch CL8262 |
Girls will wear the selected leotard for their class with pink ballet shoes. Pink tights are not required until Parent Observation Days or for performances. Students will wear thin white socks with their ballet slippers. Hair must be in a bun or a secured ponytail. Boys will wear a white t-shirt with either black shorts or black tights with white socks and black ballet shoes.
Student Division – Studio A (Spring Semester)
Placement of students in the student division is governed by individual potential and technical proficiency not entirely by age, grade, or amount of previous training. New students ages 9 and up must audition for placement.
Intermediate 1 (Grades 4-5), Spring Semester
| Grade | Grades 4-5 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. (36 Classes) |
| Tuition | $800 (includes $150 Fall Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $760 |
| Capacity | 15 |
Intermediate 2 (Grades 5-6), Spring Semester
| Grade | Grades 5-6 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. (34 Classes) |
| Tuition | $770 (includes $150 Fall Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $730 |
| Capacity | 15 |
Intermediate 3 (Grades 5-7), Spring Semester
| Grade | Grades 5-7 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm, Fridays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (Pointe/Pre-pointe) 52 Classes |
| Tuition | $1,090 (includes $150 Fall Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $1,035 |
| Capacity | 15 |
Intermediate 3, Fridays Only Pointe/Pre-Pointe (Grades 5-7), Spring Semester
| Grade | Grades 5-7 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Fridays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (Pointe/Pre-pointe) 18 Classes |
| Tuition | $325 |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $310 |
| Capacity | 15 |
| Recital | No recital for this class |
Student Division Dress Code
| Level | Class Days | Color | Leotard Brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate 1 | T & TH | Red | Mirella Dance Dress M201C2 |
| Intermediate 2 | M-W-F | Black | Mirella Dance Dress M201C2 |
| Intermediate 3 | M-W-F | Royal Blue | Bloch Leotard L5405 Mirella Wrap Skirt |
- Students in the Student and Pre-Professional Divisions will wear their selected leotard and matching skirt with tights matching their skin tone. We prefer body wrappers tights. A45 for adult sizes and C45 for children’s sizes.
- Ballet shoes can be canvas or leather and should match their tights. Hair must be secured in a bun.
- Boys will wear black tights or black shorts with white t shirt and white socks and white or black ballet shoes.
- Attire is available at The Dance Shop at 2485 Forest Park Blvd. and Winners All Dancewear at 6500 Camp Bowie Blvd. Suite #160.
Pre-Professional Division – Studio B (Spring Semester)
Advanced 1 (ages 11-14), Fall Semester
| Ages | 11-14 |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. |
| Tuition | $1,225 (includes $175 Spring Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $1,165 |
| Capacity | 25 |
Advanced 2 (ages 14+), Fall Semester
| Ages | 14+ |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Modern/Jazz) 70 Classes |
| Tuition | $1,225 (includes $175 Spring Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $1,165 |
| Capacity | 25 |
Advanced 2, 5 Days (ages 14+), Fall Semester
| Ages | 14+ |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m. 104 Classes |
| Tuition | $1,725 (includes $175 Spring Recital Fee) |
| Early Bird Tuition (through November 12) | $1,640 |
| Capacity | 25 |
Pre-Professional Division Dress Code
| Level | Class Days | Color | Leotard Brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced 1 | M-W-F | Burgundy | Bloch Leotard L5405 Mirella Wrap Skirt |
| Advanced 2 | T-TH-S | Black | Bloch L5405 MotionWear 2201 AD Mirella Wrap Skirt |
2023-24 Class Schedule and Calendar
Studio A is located across from the theater.
Studio B is located between the two gymnasiums.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-4:45 p.m. KINDERGARTEN STUDIO A Bracken 5-6 p.m. INT 2 STUDIO A Ordonez 6-7:30 p.m. INT 3 STUDIO A Rattliff 6-7:30 p.m. ADV 1 STUDIO B Cheng | 4-4:45 p.m. BALLET 1 STUDIO A Bracken 5-6 p.m. INT 1 STUDIO A Parker 6-8 p.m. ADV 2 STUDIO B L. Cheng | 4-4:45 p.m. BALLET 2 STUDIO A Parker 5-6 p.m. INT 2 STUDIO A C. Cheng 6-7:30 p.m. ADV 1 STUDIO B Parker 6-7:30 p.m. INT 3 STUDIO A Rattliff | 4-5 p.m. BALLET 3 STUDIO A Parker 5-6 p.m. INT 1 STUDIO A Parker 6-8 p.m. ADV 2 STUDIO B C. Cheng | 3:45-4:30 p.m. JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN STUDIO A Parker 4:30-5:30 p.m. INT 3 POINTE STUDIO A Parker 6:00-7:30 p.m. ADV 1 STUDIO B Parker | 9:30-11 a.m. ADV 2 STUDIO B Various 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MODERN STUDIO B Rattliff |
Please note that the FWCD Ballet Conservatory follows the FWCD Calendar and some changes may be made during the year.
- August 28 - Fall semester begins
- September 4 - Labor Day - no classes
- October 9 - Fall Break - No classes
- November 20-24 - Thanksgiving Break- No Classes
- December 11-15 - Parent Observation Week
- December 15 at 7 p.m. - Winter Recital
- December 18-January 2 - Winter Break
- January 3 - Spring Semester Begins
- January 15 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - No Classes
- February 19 - Presidents Day-No Classes
- February 20-23 - FWCD Musical Week No Classes for Ballet 2-Int. 2
- March 11-15 - Spring Break
- March 18 - Classes Resume
- April 15 - Spring Holiday- No Classes
- May 24 at 7 p.m. - Spring Recital
- May 25 at 2 p.m. - Spring Recital
- May 25 - Last Day of Classes
Full tuition payment via credit card is due upon registration. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Ballet Conservatory tuition is non-refundable; fees cannot be refunded or prorated for missed days, including absences resulting from illness or injury.
Parents/guardians of students are responsible for transporting their students to and from Ballet Conservatory classes. FWCD families who would like to utilize SOAR Extended Care coverage before Ballet Conservatory classes are welcome to do so (please note: SOAR Extended Care fees are applicable for this service).
