Classes
The School of the Albany Berkshire Ballet offers dance training for students of all ages in ballet, modern, lyrical jazz and tap, providing personal attention and training for students and professional dancers.
Graduates of the School have gone on to dance at prestigious colleges for dance, including Walnut Hill, Boston Conservatory and Indiana University, and dance with professional companies, such as the Albany Berkshire Ballet, Joffrey Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Jacob’s Pillow, Milwaukee Ballet, Minnesota Ballet, Ballet Memphis, and the Pennsylvania, Ohio, Portland, and Washington Ballets.
Learn about Our Classes
Pre-Ballet
Ages 3 - 6
Creative movement encompassing stretching, motor coordination, music appreciation and rhythm.
Intro to Ballet
Ages 7+
The basics of the ballet barre are taught with development of center and diagonal floor work. Focusing on proper alignment and strength.
Ballet
Ages 8+
Each level builds on material learned in the previous level with more complex musicality, rhythm, and physical movements added as the student progresses.
Tap Dance
Ages 5+
Stylized American theatrical dance form using precise rhythmical foot patterns and movements and audible foot tapping.
Modern Dance
Ages 8+
Dance form based on fundamental ballet training and focusing on the modern dance techniques of Martha Graham, Jose Limon, and Lester Horton.
Adult
Ages 13+
These classes are designed especially for the teen or adult student who is new to the art of dance or refreshing a past knowledge.
Partnering
Ages 13+ or by Director Approval
Partnering class will teach the basics of partnered turns, lifts, jumps, and promenades.
Pointe
Ages 10+ On Teacher Approval
Pointe work requires strength, ankle flexibility and correct alignment. Students are recommended for pointe work on an individual basis at the discretion of the director and will begin in technique class.
45 minute Classes
Preballet 1-2, Intro To Ballet
Classes Per Week | Full year | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
1 | $407 | $107 |
2 | $813 | $214 |
1 Hour Classes
Ballet 1-2, Pointe 1-3, Modern, Variations, Adult Ballet
Classes Per Week | Full year | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
1 | $464 | $122 |
2 | $912 | $240 |
3 | $1,338 | $352 |
4 | $1,748 | $460 |
5 | $2,090 | $550 |
1.5 Hour Classes
Ballet 3, Pointe 4, Beginner Tap & Jazz
Classes Per Week | Full year | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
1 | $597 | $157 |
2 | $1,167 | $307 |
3 | $1,695 | $446 |
4 | $2,200 | $579 |
5 | $2,679 | $705 |
6 | $3,143 | $827 |
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
A
B
Ballet 6
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Madeline Culpo
Pointe 3
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Madeline Culpo
Advanced ballet
7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Christine Geren
Ballet 1
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Ballet 3 w/pointe
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
A
B
Ballet 4 w/ Pointe
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
Advanced Ballet
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
Pointe/Variations
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
Intro to Ballet
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Modern 1 & 2
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
A
B
Ballet 5/6
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Pointe 2
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Ballet 3
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Kerry Piaggione
Ballet 4
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Kerry Piaggione
A
B
Pointe 1
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Madeline Culpo
Pointe 4
5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Madeline Culpo
Ballet 2
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Ballet 4 w/ Pointe
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
A
B
Modern 4
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Lisa Iannacito McBride
Advanced Ballet
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Lisa Iannacito McBride
Preballet 2
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Olivia Moran
Modern 3
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Olivia Moran
Tap (Ages 8 - 12)
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Olivia Moran
A
B
Ballet 3 w/ Pointe
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Madeline Culpo
Ballet 4/5
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Madeline Culpo
Ballet 5/6
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ruslan Sprague
Ballet 2
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Alicia Hornicek
Ballet 1
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Alicia Hornicek
Preballet (Ages 3-5)
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Monday
A
Ballet 6
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Madeline Culpo
Pointe 3
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Madeline Culpo
Advanced ballet
7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Christine Geren
B
Ballet 1
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Ballet 3 w/pointe
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Tuesday
A
Ballet 4 w/ Pointe
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
Advanced Ballet
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
Pointe/Variations
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Deirdre Duffin-Swindlehurst
B
Intro to Ballet
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Modern 1 & 2
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Wednesday
A
Ballet 5/6
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Pointe 2
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Alicia Hornicek
B
Ballet 3
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Kerry Piaggione
Ballet 4
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Kerry Piaggione
Thursday
A
Pointe 1
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Madeline Culpo
Pointe 4
5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Madeline Culpo
B
Ballet 2
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Ballet 4 w/ Pointe
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Nancy Ropelewski King
Friday
A
Modern 4
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Lisa Iannacito McBride
Advanced Ballet
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Lisa Iannacito McBride
B
Preballet 2
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Olivia Moran
Modern 3
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Olivia Moran
Tap (Ages 8 - 12)
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Olivia Moran
Saturday
A
Ballet 3 w/ Pointe
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Madeline Culpo
Ballet 4/5
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Madeline Culpo
Ballet 5/6
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ruslan Sprague
B
Ballet 2
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
Alicia Hornicek
Ballet 1
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Alicia Hornicek
Preballet (Ages 3-5)
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Alicia Hornicek
Hours
Our office is open every class day; see the schedule for specific days and times. If you need to visit us at another time, please contact the School Administrator by email or at 518-426-0660.
Students must be picked up immediately following the end of class.
Notices
Notices will be posted at the studio as well as emailed to our families. Please check to make sure your email is on file as this will be our main form of communication.
Closings
If the school closes due to inclement weather an email will be sent out. You can also check your local radio or televisions stations for further information.
Hours
Our office is open every class day; see the schedule for specific days and times. If you need to visit us at another time, please contact the School Administrator by email or at 518-426-0660.
Students must be picked up immediately following the end of class.
Notices
Notices will be posted at the studio as well as emailed to our families. Please check to make sure your email is on file as this will be our main form of communication.
Fees
Our annual recital takes place on June 6, 2021 (tentative). Although it is not mandatory, we encourage participation as it is a rewarding experience and builds confidence. Costume Fees are due on Nov 1st. Any students who drops before January 1st will be given a refund. After that time, we are unable to refund any costume fees.
- Child XS, S, M, L: $50
- Child M, L: $55
- Child XL, Adult S, M, L: $65
- Adult XL: $70
Dress Code
We strive to maintain a professional atmosphere for our students, therefore our dress code will be enforced at all levels and styles. All girls wear pink or white tights and white ballet slippers for ballet. Hair must be worn in a bun, no bangs. Members of the Academy and Jr. Company program have required leotards for repertory classes.
Pre Ballet and Intro
Ballet 1 & 2
Ballet 3
Ballet 4
Boys
Modern
Jazz, Broadway
Hip Hop
Tap
Pilates
Skirts
Dress Code
We strive to maintain a professional atmosphere for our students, therefore our dress code will be enforced at all levels and styles. All girls wear pink or white tights and white ballet slippers for ballet. Hair must be worn in a bun, no bangs. Members of the Academy and Jr. Company program have required leotards for repertory classes.