Vaganova Method Training
The Vaganova method is a ballet technique and training system devised by the Russian dancer and pedagogue Agrippina Vaganova (1879–1951). The steps in Vaganova’s syllabus builds on a carefully developed progression in which the “basic” or “preparatory” forms are mastered before the dancer moves on to more difficult forms. The syllabus is founded upon the idea that when a dancer is introduced to a step, he or she will have developed the correct strength in foundation in order for their steps and movements to be successful. It is understood that this strength-building requires time and consistent hard work. Temecula Ballet requires a level placement before training begins. Students do not move up a level based on age, but on skill. Students at Temecula Ballet are expected to take courses in ballet as well as character dance, contemporary dance, and PBT stretch and conditioning training. Ballet demands versatility and ballet students cannot rely solely on the study of classical ballet.
Levels
Temecula Ballet offers classes to all levels of dance experience for ages 3-Adult. Students must be accessed for a level placement before enrolling in classes.
Students enrolled in our membership program must take the minimum requirement of classes. Memberships include unlimited classes within level placement. Dancers who do not meet the minimum classes required may be prevented from advancing to higher levels.
LEVELS | REQUIRED CLASSES | ADD-ON CLASSES |
Petite | 1 – Ballet Class | Beginning Tumbling |
Beginning | 1 – Ballet Class | Character 1, Beginning Acro |
I | 2 – Ballet Classes, Character 1 | Beginning Acro |
II | 3 – Ballet Classes, Character 2, PBT® | Contemporary, Jazz, Acro 1 |
III | 3 – Ballet Classes, Character 3, PBT®, Contemporary | Jazz, Acro |
IV – V | 4 – Ballet Classes, Character 3, PBT®, Contemporary | Jazz, Acro |
Adult | No minimum requirements | Assessed on an individual basis |
Open Registration
You may register for classes online in the Parent Portal. Please remember that all students need to be evaluated and placed in a level before registering for classes (with the exception of Petite level, ages 3-5 and adults).
Annual registration fee of $30 is due with first tuition regardless of when you enroll, unless you are enrolling in our membership program, in which case annual registration is included. Membership enrollment cut off is February 1. The last day of the 2022/2023 season is May 27
