Student Division Classes

Ages 8 - 18


The Student Division classes are year-round classes for new and returning students. Levels in this division are based on age, physical strength, and technique ensuring students can develop at a pace that matches their development and goals. Our curriculum stresses the importance of relating other techniques such as Modern and Jazz to the dancer’s ballet technique to create a well rounded dancer.  

Dancers may enter this division starting at age eight.  A class placement is required for Ballet Level 2 and up, students older than 9, and new students coming from other schools.

The promotion to a higher level considers the amount of hours required in the training for each level. Students are promoted to higher levels according to their individual progress and attendance.

For non-Level students, see below for available out of program classes.

Please E-mail School Director Christopher@rockforddancecompany for a placement appointment.
*Please note: The age you are by registration date is the age you will start at. Registration fees are included in cost, and classes will be prorated weekly*

Level 1

  • Age 8 - 9

  • Two classes per week

  • Students begin formal training with a focus on barre work. This program includes one ballet technique class and one modern class a week.

Level 2

  • Age 9-11

  • Four classes per week

  • Students progress past the basic movements learned in Level 1 to begin learning more complicated movements, start building endurance, and gain physical strength. This program includes two ballet technique classes, one jazz/contemporary class, and one modern class per week.

Pre-Professional Level

  • Level 4, Level 6, Level 7, Company/Apprentice

  • Students enrolled at this level have chosen to commit to a higher level of dance training. Their technique and artistic expression are broadened through an increased number of classes per week as well as performance opportunities. Weekly classes include ballet technique, pointe technique, variations, modern, and conditioning.

Non-Level Classes

  • Age 8 - 11

  • Students have a choice of Level 1 Modern, Level 2 Jazz/Contemporary, and/or Level 2 Modern. These classes can be taken outside of the leveled program. See below for scheduling and tuition rates.

Please E-mail School Director Christopher Damle at Christopher@rockforddancecompany.com for placement appointment.

*Tuition is per semester