Level 1 - Ages 8-10

Level 1: Where formal ballet training begins – and a lifelong passion takes root.

Classes meet twice a week, with the option to add Jazz 1 and/or West African 1.

Level 1 is the first level of academic ballet training. Students are expected to bring respect for the studio and a readiness to learn. Elementary ballet steps are introduced at the barre and in center, with a focus on stretching, coordination, and musicality as the cornerstones of each dancer’s developing technique.

*Students should expect two consecutive years of study for completion of Level 1.

Registration & Schedule

Academy Parent Page

School Calendar

Female Identifying Students

Ballet

• “Wine” color KCBS Nadine Cap Sleeve Elevé leotard
• “Ballet Pink” color Body Wrappers Total Stretch Mesh Seamed Convertible Tights or flesh toned convertible tights
• Pink or flesh toned full sole ballet shoes 

Optional Jazz Class

• Black leotard
• Black convertible tights
• Black slip-on jazz shoes

Optional West African Class

• Black leotard
• Black convertible tights

Performances

• “Wine” colored Elevé mesh “Wrap Skirt”
• Optional West African Class: lapa (more details shared in Spring semester)

Hair & Accessories

• Dancers are not to wear undergarments under their leotard and tights. If a dancer needs to wear undergarments, we ask that it be easily concealed by their leotard.
• Hair should be pulled back neatly and secured in a ballet bun, or similar style to the best of your ability. Protective styles are welcome and encouraged as needed for your hair type and care routine, with the shared goal of keeping hair secured and away from the face. To ensure the safety and focus of all dancers, we kindly ask that decorative accessories—such as scrunchies, flowers, bows, and beads—not be worn during class.
• No jewelry, accessories or watches. Stud earrings are allowed.

Male Identifying Students

Ballet

• White KCBS “Gabe” short sleeved Elevé shirt
• Black bike shorts (any fabric)
• White ankle socks
• White full sole ballet shoes

Optional Jazz Class

• White shirt
• Black bike shorts
• Black socks
• Black slip-on jazz shoes

Optional West African Class

• White shirt
• Black bike shorts

Performances

• Ballet uniform

Hair & Accessories

• Hair should be neatly styled and kept out of the face
• No jewelry, accessories or watches. Stud earrings are allowed.

COMPANY PRODUCTIONS

Academy students are eligible to audition for Kansas City Ballet productions where roles and ages vary. Casting of students into Kansas City Ballet company productions is at the sole discretion of Kansas City Ballet’s Artistic Director and not a guarantee.

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Watch Weeks

KCBS hosts two annual watch weeks for families, one in the fall and one in the spring (see the school calendar for dates).

END OF SCHOOL YEAR PERFORMANCE

Students will participate in the annual Children’s Showcase held each May in the Frost Theater at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity.

The Children’s Showcase is an exciting celebration of each student’s growth throughout the school year. Performing on stage allows students to build confidence, develop performance skills, and share what they have learned with family and friends in a supportive environment.

Participation in the Children’s Showcase is considered an important part of the Academy experience, and all students enrolled in these programs are expected to participate. Additional information regarding rehearsal schedules, costumes, tickets, and performance details will be shared with families during the spring semester.