Training Division
Classical Ballet, Pointe and Contemporary Ballet training for students ages eight through young adult.
Children's Division
Foundational ballet skills and lots of fun for students ages three and older.
Elective Division
Tap, Jazz, & Hip Hop fun and skill building for ages three through young adult.
Teen/Adult Classes
Weekly ballet classes for teens and adults with no dance experience.
-Teen/Adult Ballet
REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER CLASSES AND CAMPS!
Summer is a great time to try dance for the first time, or to build on skills learned during the school year!
Turning Pointe offers camps and classes for dancers from age 3 to 18, from beginners to preprofessional dancers!
Classical Ballet, Musical Theatre/Tap, Hip Hop/Jazz....all in a safe, Christian environment!
Class sizes are limited.
Level II
Level III-VI
Level I
Children's Ballet 1
Children's Ballet 2
Ballet Starters
Want To Try Ballet?
Childrens Ballet 1 - CB1 Entering 1st/2nd grade Limit 12
For students in first or second grade with little to no ballet experience
1 hr/week for 5 weeks $39 for 5 weeks and $5 Registration
Monday mornings 9:30am-10:30am 1hr Ballet weekly/5 weeks paid in full nonrefundable
Have Ballet Experience?
Childrens Ballet 2 - CB2 Entering 2nd-3rd grade Limit 12
~ For students in first or second grade with 2011-12 ballet experience
~ For TPSD students who just completed Childrens Ballet 1 or 2
1.25 hrs/week for 5 weeks $49 for 5 weeks and $5 Registration
Monday mornings 10:30am-11:45am 1.25hrs Ballet weekly/5 weeks paid in full, nonrefundable
Ballet Starters - Starters Entering 3rd - 12th grade Limit 15
For students, from 3rd grade up, with little to no ballet experience
6 hours/week Cost: $48/week and $10 registration
Monday-Thursday 5:00pm-6:30pm 6 hrs. Ballet weekly
20% due at registration,
remainder due each Monday
Level I - Beginning Ballet - Lev I
Entering 3rd - 12th grade Limit 15
~ For guest dancers from age 8 with 2011-12 ballet experience
~ For TPSD students who are currently in Training Division Level I
or are 8 years old and have just completed Childrens Ballet 2
6 hours/week Cost: $48/week
Level II - Adv. Beginning Ballet
~ For guest dancers by placement of the Director
~ For TPSD dancers who are currently in Training Division Level II
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Half Day Intensive-IIH Cost: $85/week
11 hrs/wk of Ballet Technique, Conditioning/Contemporary
Monday-Thursday 12 noon-2:45pm 2 hr. Tech, .75 hr. Conditioning daily
Full Day Intensive-IIF Cost: $124/week
17 hours/wk of Ballet Technique, Conditioning/Contemporary
Monday-Thursday 12:00noon-4:45pm 2 hr. Tech, .75 hr. Conditioning or
Contemp, break, 1.5 hr Tech daily
20% Due at registration, remainder due each Monday
Level III-VI Intermediate and Advanced Ballet
Half Day Intensive 3-6H Cost: $90/week
12 hrs/wk of Ballet Technique and Pointe
Monday-Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm
2 hr. Tech, 1 hr. Pointe daily
Full Day Intensive 3-6F Cost: $144/week
20 hours/wk of Ballet Technique, Pointe, Contemporary, and Jazz
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30am-3:00pm
2 hr. Tech, 1hr. Pointe, 2 hr. Technique daily
Wednesday 9:30am-3:00pm
2 hr. Tech, 1hr. Pointe, 1 hr. Contemporary, 1 hr. Jazz daily
5 Week Full Day Intensive, 3-6All $599 for all 5 wks. + $5 Regis.
Payment in full by June 4th. No refunds.
20 hrs/wk of Ballet Technique, Pointe, Contemporary, and Jazz
Mon, Tues, Thurs. 9:30am-3:00pm 2 hr. Tech, 1 hr. Pte, 2 hr. Tech daily
Wednesday 9:30am-3:00pm 2 hr. Tech, 1 hr. Pte, 1 hr. Jazz,
1 hr. Contemporary daily
Turning Pointe offers a 5 Week Summer Ballet Intensive for dancers in Levels III-VI with a training schedule that rivals other summer intensive programs at a fraction of the cost.
Placement -
Guest dancers with Ballet experience are encouraged to call the Office at (616) 394-7109 or email the School Administrator at www.connieb_turningpointedance.org to schedule a placement class or to make arrangements to send an audition DVD to ensure appropriate placement in our summer programs.
Private Lessons
Cost: Varies by instructor
• Many of our instructors offer private lessons. Please ask for information.
Workshop offers challenging study where dancers train under special teachers, while making friends and growing in their faith. Bring a lunch, snacks and labeled water bottle!
July 30th - August 3rd Cost: $225 $25 Withdrawal fee after 7/20
Devotions, Technique, Conditioning, Contemporary, Jazz, Creative Worship. Students will train under Turning Pointe’s Directors and will be mentored one-on-one by dancers in Turning Pointe Ensembles! It’s an amazing, life-changing week! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Monday 9:30am-3:00pm
Tuesday and Wednesday 9:30am-4:00pm
Thursday (Ice Cream Party and games 3:00-4:00pm) 9:30am-4:00pm
Friday (Student Showcase for Parents 1:30-3:00pm) 9:30am-3:00pm
August 6th-10th Cost: $325 $25 withdrawal fee after 7/20
Devotions, Technique, Pointe, Conditioning, Pointe Variation, Contemporary, Jazz, Creative Worship, and rehearsal of Showcase pieces. Dancers will train under guest teachers from around the country. Price includes all dance training, rehearsals, dinners and extra-curriculars.
Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-8:00*pm
-Daily class schedule and rehearsals *Showcase pieces are rehearsed from 6:00-8:00pm. Check dancer's schedule.
-Dinners** daily **Special dietary needs will be addressed
Thursday 9:00am-9:00pm
-Daily class schedule
-Parking Lot Picnic and Bowling Party *Transportation to Bowling Alley provided
Friday 9:00am-7:30pm
-Ensemble Photos, 1/2 day class schedule
-Studio Cleaning Service Project, Student Pizza Party & Talent Show
-Parent Showcase Christ Memorial Church 6:00pm-7:30pm
limit 10
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30-11:30am
Cost $45 and $5 registration. Nonrefundable.
Bring a water bottle & simple snack. Wear any leotard and tights, ballet slippers or socks, hair in a bun or off face. Dance skirts/tutus allowed.
Limit 12
Cost: $45 and $5 Registration. Nonrefundable.
Register in person, by mail or online:
Park Twp. Office: parktownship.org
Turning Pointe:
Questions? (616) 394-7109
Musical Theater/Tap 6-9 year olds limit 12
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:00-5:00pm
Cost $45 and $5 Registration. Nonrefundable.
Bring a water bottle. Wear a T-shirt or tank top, shorts or pants, socks, tap shoes.
*We may have some tap shoes to loan
Musical Theater/Tap 10-13 year olds limit 12
Hip Hop/Jazz Camp 6-9 year olds limit 12
Bring a water bottle. Wear a T-shirt with no writing on it, shorts or pants, socks
(no shoes, no bare feet).
Hip Hop/Jazz Camp 10-13 year olds limit 12
Thank you for your patience! Online Registration will be ready in a couple of business days
Are you a teen or adult looking for...
...a weekly class to teach you introductory ballet and get good exercise? Try Teen/Adult Ballet!
...a place to "drop in" and keep your previous ballet skills sharp?
Check out our Drop-In Classes!
For teenagers and adults with no experience. This weekly class will teach the fundamentals of introductory level ballet technique while providing excellent conditioning in a fun environment!
This class is offered twice a year for 17 week sessions
Session 1: September 7 – January 24
Session 2: January 25 – June 4
Class is offered: Wednesday 5:45-7:15pm
Dress Code: Ballet leo & tights, yoga pants/sweats/dance shorts, ballet slippers
Cost: $55/month (4 payments)
Turning Pointe offers Drop In classes for dancers with previous Classical Ballet experience who are wanting to stay in shape and keep their ballet skills sharp.
Punchcards are available:
School year: 16 classes (1.5 hour) for $225
Summer: 7 classes (1.5 hour) for $100
Wondering which class to attend? Please email Artistic Director Lara Faucher laraf_turningpointedance.org
for a recommended Training Division class level.
2012 Summer Classes
