Ballet Conservatory
Ballet Conservatory
Ballet Conservatory
Ballet Conservatory
Ballet Conservatory

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. 

Summer Classes 2024 now open.

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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]).

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2024 Summer Intensive

Senior Intensive

Advanced Level (13 and up)
Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Modern, Jazz, Pilates

  • Week 1: June 3-7
  • Week 2: June 10-14
  • Week 3: June 17-21
  • Week 4: June 24-28

Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

  • 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Technique
  • 12:00-12:45 p.m. Pointe
  • 1:00-2:00 p.m. Variations, Modern, Jazz, Pilates

$225 Week/ $900 for 4 weeks


Junior Intensive

Intermediate Level (10-12 years old)
Ballet, Pre-pointe, Pointe, Character

  • Week 1: June 3-7
  • Week 2: June 10-14
  • Week 3: June 17-21
  • Week 4: June 24-28

Monday-Friday, 9:00-10:30 a.m.

$150 Week/ $600 for 4 weeks


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Children's Division - Studio A (Spring Semester)

Junior Kindergarten Ballet (age 4-5), Spring Semester

GradesAges 4-5, Kindergarten
Day/TimeFridays, 3:45-4:30 p.m. (18 classes)
Tuition$525 ($400 +  $125 Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$500
Capacity20

Kindergarten Ballet (ages 5-6), Spring Semester

GradesAges 5-6, Kindergarten
Date/TimeMondays, 4-4:45 p.m. (16 classes)
Tuition$495 ($370 + $125 Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$475
Capacity25

Ballet 1 (ages 6- 7 | First Grade), Spring Semester

GradesAges 6-7, Grade 1
Date/TimeTuesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. (18 classes)
Tuition$525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$500
Capacity20

Ballet 2 (ages 7-8 | Second Grade), Spring Semester

GradesAges 7-8, Grade 2
Date/TimeWednesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. (18 classes)
Tuition$525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$500
Capacity15

Ballet 3 (ages 8-9 | Third Grade), Spring Semester

GradeAges 8-9, Grade 3
Date/TimeThursdays, 4-5 p.m. (18 classes)
Tuition$525 ($400 + $125 Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$500
Capacity15

Children's Division Dress Code

Level Class DaysColor Leotard Brand 
Junior KindergartenFPinkBloch CL8262
KindergartenMPinkBloch CL8262
Ballet 1TLight BlueBloch CL8262
Ballet 2WLavenderBloch CL8262
Ballet 3THLavenderBloch 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

GradeGrades 4-5
Date/TimeTuesdays & Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. (36 Classes)
Tuition$800 (includes $150 Fall Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$760
Capacity15

Intermediate 2 (Grades 5-6), Spring Semester

GradeGrades 5-6
Date/TimeMondays & Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. (34 Classes)
Tuition$770 (includes $150 Fall Recital Fee)
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$730
Capacity15

Intermediate 3 (Grades 5-7), Spring Semester

GradeGrades 5-7
Date/TimeMondays & 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
Capacity15

Intermediate 3, Fridays Only Pointe/Pre-Pointe (Grades 5-7), Spring Semester

GradeGrades 5-7
Date/TimeFridays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (Pointe/Pre-pointe)
18 Classes
Tuition$325
Early Bird Tuition (through November 12)$310
Capacity15
RecitalNo recital for this class

Student Division Dress Code

LevelClass DaysColorLeotard Brand
Intermediate 1T & THRedMirella Dance Dress
M201C2
Intermediate 2M-W-FBlackMirella Dance Dress
M201C2
Intermediate 3M-W-FRoyal BlueBloch 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.

Pre-Professional Division – Studio B (Spring Semester)

Advanced 1 (ages 11-14), Fall Semester

Ages11-14
Date/Time

Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
Fridays, 6-7:30 p.m. (Pointe/Variations)
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
Capacity25

Advanced 2 (ages 14+), Fall Semester

Ages14+
Date/TimeTuesdays 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
Capacity25

Advanced 2, 5 Days (ages 14+), Fall Semester

Ages14+
Date/TimeMondays 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
Capacity25

Pre-Professional Division Dress Code

Level Class DaysColor Leotard Brand 
Advanced 1M-W-FBurgundyBloch Leotard L5405
Mirella Wrap Skirt
Advanced 2T-TH-SBlackBloch 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.

MondayTuesdayWednesday ThursdayFridaySaturday
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 8 - 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 (All levels except Junior Kindergarten & Kindergarten Ballet)
  • May 25 at 2 p.m. - Spring Recital (All levels except Ballet 1)
  • 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).


Meet the Instructors

Fort Worth Country Day has an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity. In that spirit, the School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or national origin in admissions, the administration of its educational policies, financial aid, athletics, and other School-administered programs.