Introduction
Les Petits Ballets' pre-professional program offers classical ballet training from beginner to advanced levels based on the Vaganova style. Students are accepted through auditions and are expected to maintain a high caliber of commitment and dedication.
Society of Classical Ballet examinations are part of the pre-professional program. Please visit Society of Classical Ballet for more information.
Les Petits Ballets is a non-competitive ballet school and does not participate in competitions. Students from the pre-professional program are eligible to join Les Petits Ballets' Performing Company.
Students from this program have been accepted into professional dance schools as well as university and college dance programs.
Auditions for the 2022-2023 Season
Initial AUDITIONS for our pre-professional program will be held Thursday, June 16th from 5:30-6:30 pm. If you would like to audition for this program, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Registration for Preprofessional Program
Registration is open to current pre-professional students only.
NEW! Choreography Workshops with Philippe-Alexandre Jacques, August 2022!
Students will learn a piece of classical and/or contemporary choreography and work on developing their performance skills.
Elementary 4/5
| Elementary 4/5 Performing Workshop | S22-PP-E4E5W-01 | Studio 1 | 22 Aug - 22 Aug | 5:00 pm-6:30 pm | Mon | $0.00 | Register | |
| Elementary 4/5 Performing Workshop | S22-PP-E4E5W-02 | Studio 1 | 24 Aug - 24 Aug | 7:00 pm-8:30 pm | Wed | $0.00 | Register |
Elementary 6/Intermediate 1
| Elementary 6/Intermediate 1 Performing Workshop | S22-PP-E6I1W-01 | Studio 1 | 22 Aug - 22 Aug | 6:30 pm-8:00 pm | Mon | $0.00 | Register | |
| Elementary 6/Intermediate 1 Performing Workshop | S22-PP-E6I1W-02 | Studio 1 | 24 Aug - 24 Aug | 5:30 pm-7:00 pm | Wed | $0.00 | Register |
Intermediate 2/Advanced
| Intermediate 2/Advanced Performing Workshop | S22-PP-I2AW-01 | Studio 1 | 23 Aug - 23 Aug | 5:00 pm-6:30 pm | Tue | $0.00 | Register | |
| Intermediate 2/Advanced Performing Workshop | S22-PP-I2AW-02 | Studio 1 | 25 Aug - 25 Aug | 5:00 pm-6:30 pm | Thu | $0.00 | Register |
Syllabus & Repertory Program 2022-2023
Click here for 2022-2023 Schedule
Preparatory
Syllabus class: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm
| Preparatory Syllabus | Y23-PP-P1-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 23 May | Preparatory | $504.00 | Register |
Elementary 1
Syllabus class: Fridays 5:00-6:00pm
| Elementary 1 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E1-SY | NCAC | 09 Sep - 26 May | Elementary 1 | $474.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Fridays 6:00-6:30pm
| Elementary 1 Repertory | Y23-PP-E1-RP | NCAC | 09 Sep - 28 Apr | Elementary 1 | $152.00 | Register |
Elementary 2
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm, Fridays 6:30-7:30pm
| Elementary 2 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E2-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 26 May | Elementary 2 | $883.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Fridays 6:00-6:30pm
| Elementary 2 Repertory | Y23-PP-E2-RP | NCAC | 09 Sep - 28 Apr | Elementary 2 | $152.00 | Register |
Elementary 3
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm, Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
| Elementary 3 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E3-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 25 May | Elementary 3 | $907.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm
| Elementary 3 Repertory | Y23-PP-E3-RP | NCAC | 06 Sep - 25 Apr | Elementary 3 | $247.00 | Register |
Elementary 4
Syllabus classes: Mondays 5:00-6:15pm, Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
| Elementary 4 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E4-SY | NCAC | 07 Sep - 24 May | Elementary 4 | $1039.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Wednesdays 5:15-6:15pm
| Elementary 4 Repertory | Y23-PP-E4-RP | NCAC | 07 Sep - 26 Apr | Elementary 4 | $329.00 | Register |
Elementary 5
Syllabus classes: Mondays 6:15-7:30pm, Wednesdays 5:00-6:15pm
| Elementary 5 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E5-SY | NCAC | 07 Sep - 24 May | Elementary 5 | $1039.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
| Elementary 5 Repertory | Y23-PP-E5-RP | NCAC | 07 Sep - 26 Apr | Elementary 5 | $412.00 | Register |
Elementary 6
Syllabus classes: Mondays 7:30-9:15pm, Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
| Elementary 6 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E6-SY | NCAC | 07 Sep - 24 May | Elementary 6 | $1354.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
| Elementary 6 Repertory | Y23-PP-E6-RP | NCAC | 07 Sep - 26 Apr | Elementary 6 | $412.00 | Register |
Elementary 7
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 5:45-7:15pm, Thursdays 6:00-8:00pm
| Elementary 7 Syllabus | Y23-PP-E7-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 25 May | Elementary 7 | $1564.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Tuesdays 7:15-8:15pm, Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm
| Elementary 7 Repertory | Y23-PP-E7-RP | NCAC | 06 Sep - 29 Apr | Elementary 7 | $634.00 | Register |
Intermediate 2
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 8:00-9:30pm, Thursdays 5:00-7:00pm
| Intermediate 2 Syllabus | Y23-PP-I2-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 25 May | Intermediate 2 | $1564.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
| Intermediate 2 Repertory | Y23-PP-I2-RP | NCAC | 10 Sep - 29 Apr | Intermediate 2 | $611.00 | Register |
Advanced
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 6:00-8:00pm, Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm
| Advanced Syllabus | Y23-PP-ADV-SY | NCAC | 06 Sep - 25 May | Advanced | $1816.00 | Register |
Repertory class: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
| Advanced Repertory | Y23-PP-ADV-RP | NCAC | 10 Sep - 29 Apr | Advanced | $611.00 | Register |
Ballet Examinations
We value the growth and commitment of our students. We offer Society of Classical Ballet examinations, for students in Elementary 4 and up as a part of our Pre-professional Program.
Examinations are mandatory for all students enrolled in our Performing Company / Repertory program. All examination fees are non-refundable.
Elementary 4
Exam Time: coming April 2023
Elementary 5
Exam Time: coming April 2023
Elementary 6
Exam Time: coming April 2023
Elementary 7
Exam Time: coming April 2023
Intermediate 2
Exam Time: coming April 2023
Holidays - No Classes
Click here for full 2022-2023 Calendar of Important Dates
| National Day for Truth & Reconciliation | September 30, 2022 |
| Thanksgiving | October 8-10, 2022 |
| Winter Break | December 24, 2022 - January 8, 2023 |
| Family Day | February 20, 2023 |
| March Break | March 13-19, 2023 |
| Easter | April 7-10, 2023 |
| Victoria Day | May 20-22, 2023 |
Dress Code
Ballet: Girls/Women
- Plain black leotard; Sleeveless (tank style): Preparatory to Elementary 4. Spaghetti straps: Elementary 5 to Advanced
- "Ballet pink" tights without seams (no cut-offs or socks)
- Pink ballet shoes with elastic (leather full-sole for Preparatory - Elementary 4 and canvas split-sole for Elementary 5 - Advanced)
- Nude-coloured spaghetti strap bodysuit: for performance; repertory students only
- ALL pointe shoes must be approved by your teacher before sewing on the ribbons and elastics
- Sweatshirts, T-shirts, shorts, and jewellery are not permitted
- Hair must be placed high in a bun. No bangs or loose hair.
Please visit our blog post How to Make a Ballet Bun
Ballet: Boys/Men
- White short sleeve fitted T-shirt or capped sleeve or tank style bodysuit
- Black tights or leggings
- Black ballet shoes with elastic (leather full-sole for Preparatory - Elementary 4 and canvas split-sole for Elementary 5 - Advanced)
The Les Petits Ballets Code of Conduct can be viewed below.
Withdrawals / Refunds:
No refunds after December 31st except for medical reasons or family transfer.
Prior to Dec 31 refunds will be as follows:
- Prior to Oct 15: 75% of total fees
- Oct 16 to Nov 30: 50% of total fees
- Dec 1 to Dec 31: 40% of total fees
Click here to fill and submit the withdrawal form.