Summer
Ballet

July 6-August 1st, 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

Class sizes will range from 6 to 14 students.
Classes with less than 6 registered students may be canceled.

Email balletofkingston@gmail.com to register

Tiny Dancer Sunday Programs

  • Dates: Sundays, July 12–August 9
    Time: 9:30–10:15 AM
    Tuition: $95 early bird / $105 regular price

    • Creative movement & music exploration

    • Balance, coordination, and dance-themed games 

    • Introduction to basic rhythm and movement concepts 

    • Independent class for littles ones comfortable in a classroom setting

  • Dates: Sundays, July 12–August 9
    Time: 10:30–11:30 AM
    Tuition: $100 early bird / $110 regular price

    • Introductory ballet skills and basic positions 

    • Musicality, balance, and focus through playful activities 

    • Gentle preparation for The Littles 

The Littles Summer Camp Program 

  • Dates: July 6–16
    Time: Mon–Thurs 9-11:30AM
    Tuition: $395 early bird / $435 regular

    • Intro to ballet 

    • Daily technique 

    • Crafts & storytelling

    This Ballet Camp is designed for young dancers ages 5–6 who are ready to explore classical ballet in a fun, structured, and encouraging environment. Dancers will participate in daily ballet technique classes focused on foundational skills such as posture, coordination, musicality, and basic ballet vocabulary. The camp also includes themed crafts and storytelling inspired by classical ballet, helping dancers connect technique to artistry in an age-appropriate way. This program is suitable for beginners and also serves as a continuation for students building on skills learned during the year.

  • Dates: July 20–30
    Time: Mon–Thurs 9-11:30 AM
    Tuition: $395 early bird / $435 regular

    • Builds foundational skills 

    • Posture, coordination, expressive movement 

    • Ballet-inspired movies and choreography exploration 

    This program is designed for young dancers ready to deepen their classical ballet training in a supportive, age-appropriate environment. Daily ballet technique classes focus on alignment, coordination, strength, musicality, and expanding ballet vocabulary. Students also enjoy ballet-inspired videos, music and storytelling that reinforce classical concepts in a fun and engaging way.

Ballet III/IV Ballet V/Advanced

  • Dates: July 6–23
    Time: Mon/Wed/Thurs 1:00–4:00 PM
    Tuition: $495 early bird / $545 regular
    Optional Add-Ons: Pointe Extension (4:00 to 4:30 PM on class days) $75/$90

    • Daily ballet technique 

    • Specialty classes: pre-pointe/pointe, jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, body conditioning 

    Program Description: 

    Ballet Level III/IV combines intermediate students ready for increased technical and artistic demands. Each class includes daily ballet technique followed by a specialty class, which may include pre-pointe or pointe work, musical theatre, jazz, contemporary dance, repertoire, choreography, conditioning or Pilates. Placement is based on technical readiness and instructor recommendation. 

    Optional Add-Ons:

    • Pointe (Teacher assigned) 

    • Guest Artist Series Saturdays 

  • Dates: July 6–Aug 1
    Time: Mon/Wed/Thurs 5:30–8:00 PM
    Tuition: $510 early bird / $555 regular

    Program Description: 

    • Daily ballet technique 

    • Specialty classes: pointe & variations, repertory, contemporary, partnering, Pilates/conditioning 

    Ballet V and Advanced are now combined, offering highly committed students an advanced training environment. Classes include daily technique and specialty classes (pointe/repertory, contemporary, partnering, or Pilates/conditioning). Placement is based on technical readiness and instructor recommendation. Optional Tuesday and Friday evening adult classes allow for additional training, and students are strongly encouraged to participate in the Guest Artist Series on Saturdays.

    Optional Add-Ons:
    Adult Ballet (Tue 6PM) Total: $575/$625
    Adult Ballet (Tue 6PM) & Contemp (Fri 6PM) Total: $640/$695
    Guest Artist Series Sat 11:00 AM–1:00 PM $30 single/ $100 for 4

Our Summer Instructors

  • Melissa Bierstock

    Owner, Director, Teacher
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  • Emily Hildebrand

    Adult Beginners
    Bio Coming Soon

  • Aaron McGloin

    Contemporary Instructor
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  • Patrick John O'Neill

    Ballet, Partnering, Conditioning and Jazz
    Guest Instructor
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  • Nina Ries

    Moving Munchkins and Pre-Ballet
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 Email balletofkingston@gmail.com to register