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
If you would like to audition for this program, please email us at
Registration for Preprofessional Program
Registration is open to current pre-professional students only. If you would like to audition for this program, please email us at
Syllabus & Repertory Program 2022-2023
**NEW** Click here for 2023-2024 Schedule
Click here for 2022-2023 Schedule
Preparatory
Syllabus class: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm
Elementary 1
Syllabus class: Fridays 5:00-6:00pm
Repertory class: Fridays 6:00-6:30pm
Elementary 2
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00pm, Fridays 6:30-7:30pm
Repertory class: Fridays 6:00-6:30pm
Elementary 3
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm, Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
Repertory class: Tuesdays 5:15-6:00pm
Elementary 4
Syllabus classes: Mondays 5:00-6:15pm, Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
Repertory class: Wednesdays 5:15-6:15pm
Elementary 5
Syllabus classes: Mondays 6:15-7:30pm, Wednesdays 5:00-6:15pm
Repertory class: Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
Elementary 6
Syllabus classes: Mondays 7:30-9:15pm, Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
Repertory class: Wednesdays 6:15-7:30pm
Elementary 7
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm, Thursdays 6:00-8:00pm
Repertory class: Tuesdays 8:30-9:30pm, Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm
Intermediate 2
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 8:00-9:30pm, Thursdays 5:00-7:00pm
Repertory class: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Advanced
Syllabus classes: Tuesdays 6:00-8:00pm, Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm
Repertory class: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
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 held late March / early April each year
Examinations are mandatory for all students enrolled in our Performing Company / Repertory program. All examination fees are non-refundable.
2022-2023 Exams are Complete! Well Done Everyone!
Holidays - No Classes
Click here for full 2023-2024 Calendar of Important Dates
| National Day for Truth & Reconciliation | September 30, 2023 |
| Thanksgiving | October 7-9, 2023 |
| Winter Break | December 23, 2023 - January 7, 2024 |
| Family Day | February 19, 2024 |
| March Break | March 11-17, 2024 |
| Easter | March 29 - April 1, 2024 |
| Victoria Day | May 18-20, 2024 |
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.