Fun-filled Ballet & Tumbling Classes for Ages 5-10
Perfect for families who want a joyful first ballet experience that builds positive character traits.
Confidence Built
She will beam with pride as she shows you her new ballet steps & will eagerly look forward to Ballet Day (her favorite day) each week! One class/week recommended for this level.
Friendship & Manners
The ballet studio will truly be her Happy Place where she & her new friends learn manners through delightful, creative dance classes.
What you will love…
Parents love the non-competitive community, wholesome music & costumes, kind teachers & FREE class outfit for first-time students.
“I cannot say enough about the beautiful environment they have created at Octorara Ballet. It’s all about joy, and poise, and beauty.”
— Katie
So much to love!
What you get.
FREE required leotard & skirt for first-time students in Ballet 1 & 2. Ballet shoes & tights purchased separately.
FREE Prop Pack for class.
Welcoming, non-competitive environment
Wholesome costumes & music
Easy make-up classes
Two confidence-building performances/year
Simple inclusive Tuition INCLUDES costumes for performances. (No extra costume fees.)
Personalized evaluations for your dancer twice each year.
What you don’t get.
Long, boring performances with sexy music & sassy attitudes.
Your child will not participate in dance competitions.
No expensive costume or competition fees. Costumes are included in your monthly tuition.
Happiness Guarantee!
If you and your child aren’t delighted after the first two classes, we will refund your tuition.
Convenient Locations
Choose the Parkesburg Studio or Gap Studio. Or our NEW LOCATION for Homeschoolers in Elverson. Need to miss a class? Optional make-up classes are easy to schedule at either location.
Simple Tuition
Simple, inclusive tuition ($89/month) INCLUDES costumes for performances. Most dance schools charge $80-$120 per costume and require multiple costumes for each performance. A $45 annual registration fee holds your space & covers insurance & administrative costs.
No Annual Commitment
Not sure if your child will love ballet? No worries. There is no annual commitment. Students are welcome to join for a semester at a time. If your child doesn’t love her first two classes, we will refund your tuition!
Easy Online Registration
Register online to save a space in your preferred class. Classes do fill up so we recommend that you register early.
Find the right class for your dancer for Fall 2025
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Class Schedule Fall 2025
Mondays 5pm at the Gap Studio or Tuesdays 5:30pm at the Parkesburg Studio. Thursdays 1:30pm in Elverson for the Homeschool Class.
Class Description
Ballet class with Tumbling at the end of class builds coordination, flexibility and strength. Dancers in Ballet 1 perform in our Mini Performance in December and our Story Ballet Performance in June. One class/week recommended.
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Class Schedule Fall 2025
Mondays at 5pm & 5:50pm in Parkesburg (the 5:50 class is currently full) or Tuesdays at 5pm in Gap. Thursdays in Elverson at 2:15pm for Homeschoolers.
Class Description
Ballet class with Tumbling at the end of class builds coordination, flexibility and strength. Dancers in Ballet 2 perform in our December and June Story Ballet Performances. One class/week recommended.
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Class Schedule Fall 2025
Mondays 6:40pm in Parkesburg or Thursdays 5pm in Gap. Thursdays at 2:15pm in Elverson for Homeschoolers.
Class Description
Dancers in Ballet 3 perform in our December & June Story Ballet Performances. Beginning dancers welcome! One class/week recommended.
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Class Schedule Fall 2025
Thursdays 5:30pm in Parkesburg. Thursdays at 2:15pm in Elverson for Homeschoolers.
Class Description
For beginning dancers Age 9-10. Dancers in Novice 1 perform in our December & June Story Ballet Performances. Beginning dancers welcome! One class/week recommended.
“Our family really appreciates the age-appropriate music and costumes!”
— Shelly
FAQs
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Dancers who begin early do have an initial advantage, but many of our older beginners have gone on to become beautiful ballerinas!
At Octorara Ballet, you can begin with Parent/Child classes for Preschoolers & Toddlers for dancers as young as 18 months!
Four year olds may dance in the Parent/Child Preschool Program or the Ballet 1 independent class (without a parent). If your child is independent and thrives apart from a parent, then Ballet 1 is your best option. If your child likes the reassurance of having an adult by her side, we recommend the Preschool Class.
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Yes! Each class level has its own color leotard and skirt. First-time students receive a complimentary required leotard and skirt. Tights & shoes may be purchased from the studio or elsewhere.
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Almost every child will LOVE their class, but i , after her first two classes, she is not happy, we will refund your full tuition, no questions asked.
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Ballet helps every child build their coordination, flexibility and focus. Ballet is one of the BEST activities for children who are not naturally coordinated.
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Young dancers dream of going on pointe. We have a special Pre-Pointe class for dancers in the Junior level (Age 10+) which prepares them for pointe. After mastering pre-pointe skills and turning 12 years old (by age 12 the bones in the child’s foot can safely support pointe work), dancers are ready to dance on pointe. Our pre-pointe teacher will let each child know when they are ready to go on pointe.
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No. Performances are always optional. There is no extra fee for costumes. Almost all of our dancers count performances as one of the highlights of their year! We work with shy dancers to help them to be comfortable on stage.
“Our family is proud to see the progress of growth and confidence the classes have provided our daughter.”
— Chris
Don’t forget that new students receive a FREE dance outfit that meets the dress code requirements!
Sign up today to save your space.
