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Dance Conservatory of Maryland
Dance Conservatory of Maryland

    Pre-Professional Ballet Program (Ages 11-18)

    The Pre-Professional Program continues to build upon the student’s technique and physical strength. It focuses on advancing and perfecting technique, developing artistry, and preparing students for a future in dance, either collegiate or professional. Pointe work is introduced and developed in Levels 4-7 as well.  

    Ballet 4

    Ballet 4

    Ballet 4

    Requirements:

    3 Ballet classes

    2 Pointe/PrePointe class

    1 Elective class


    Placement Evaluation Required

    Ballet 5

    Ballet 4

    Ballet 4

    Requirements:

    3 Ballet classes

    2 Pointe classes

    1  Elective class


    Placement Evaluation Required

    Ballet 6

    Ballet 4

    Ballet 6

    Requirements:

    4 Ballet classes

    2 Pointe classes

    1  Elective class


    Placement Evaluation Required

    Ballet 7

    Conditioning & Pilates Classes

    Pointe Classes

    Requirements:

    4 Ballet classes

    2 Pointe classes

    1  Elective class


    Placement Evaluation Required



    Pointe Classes

    Conditioning & Pilates Classes

    Pointe Classes

    Requirements:

    Each ballet level requires a different number of pointe classes. A ballet class is needed before a pointe class so dancers can adequately warm up and prevent injury.

    Conditioning & Pilates Classes

    Conditioning & Pilates Classes

    Conditioning & Pilates Classes

    These classes help students understand which muscles initiate the correct alignment in ballet training. 


    Enrollment in a conditioning class is strongly recommended for all dancers in the Pre-Professional Program.


    Fall (9/15 - 11/22), Winter (1/5-3/14), Spring (3/16-5/30)
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    Placement Evaluations

    Students 11 years and older with previous dance experience (taking at least three ballet classes per week) must first request a placement evaluation. Turn-out, flexibility, alignment, leg line, foot line, and coordination will be evaluated. Please fill out the form below to request your dancer's evaluation. Placement and advancement are based on ability, not age.

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    Dance Conservatory of Maryland

    3473 Merchants Blvd, Abingdon, Maryland 21009, United States

    4103028867

      

    We are thrilled to share an exciting development that marks a new chapter for our dance community. The Dance Conservatory of Maryland and Ballet Chesapeake (BC) are merging into one unified organization under the Ballet Chesapeake name.


    This merger reflects our continued commitment to excellence in dance education and performance. By combining our resources, talents, and shared vision, we are creating a stronger, more vibrant organization that will better serve our dancers, families, and the greater community.


    What does this mean for you?


    Same location, same staff, same quality training: Your dancers will continue learning and growing in the supportive, professional environment you know and trust.


    Stronger performance opportunities: Ballet Chesapeake’s nonprofit structure will expand access to high-caliber productions, outreach, and scholarship programs.


    Unified identity: While DCM has been the home of our training programs and Ballet Chesapeake has represented our pre-professional company, moving forward, all programs will operate under the Ballet Chesapeake name to reflect our unified mission and vision.


    We believe this transition honors the legacy of both organizations while positioning us for even greater impact in the years ahead. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support and enthusiasm — our families are at the heart of everything we do.


    We’ll be sharing more details and hosting an information session soon to answer any questions and celebrate this exciting change together.


    With gratitude and excitement,
    Kait


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