OPEN FUNDAMENTALS program
School of Ballet RI
We offer a community where students experience dancing in a joyful environment that is supportive, reimagined, and full of integrity.
Students will:
- Receive a rigorous, comprehensive, professional level education that focuses on process over perfection and artistry alongside technical precision
- Experience the power of self-expression in an environment that encourages individuality, risk taking, and creativity
- Learn from our world-class faculty who possess years of educational training, degrees in dance pedagogy, and significant performance experience.
Our programs begin with classes for 3 year old children and continue through to classes for adult dancers, as well as those pursuing a professional dance career. Additionally, we offer special programs for children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, as well as extensive programs for the youth in our underserved communities.
Together we are reimagining dance education.
Join us as we cultivate the next generation of professional dancers and inspire a lifelong appreciation of dance for all. Registration for Fall 2026 is now open! Registration for Session 1 will close on September 27, 2026.
Current students can find important information here
New to School of Ballet RI? Visit our New Student page!
SCHOOL OF BALLET RI BROCHURE
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM | AGES 3+
Recreational, Trial Classes Available
For Students Ages 3-8
Children’s Program classes have been created to magnify students’ imagination and explore their moving bodies. These classes are largely based in imaginative play and improvisational games to develop coordination skills, spatial awareness, musical appreciation, body awareness, balance, listening skills, attention and focus, directional skills, and, most importantly, the joy of movement through creative expression and age-appropriate physical exercises.
OPEN FUNDAMENTALS PROGRAM | AGES 8-18
Recreational, Trial Classes Available
For Students Ages 8-18
The Open Fundamentals program is for the student who wants traditional Ballet training without a full-time commitment. Whether an athlete who wants to improve strength and flexibility, or a dancer looking to add more rigorous Ballet to current training, these once a week classes provide a high-level of study via a relaxed schedule.
CORE PROGRAM | AGES 8 – 22
Placement Classes Required
For Students Ages 8-22
This professional-track training program is designed with individual student success at its core. Students receive a solid dance foundation that allows for personal progressive growth and accomplishment. Many graduating students are accepted into high-level college dance programs, traineeships, or professional companies, while others achieve success in different career paths, leveraging skills like a strong sense of self, goal-oriented discipline, and confidence. All graduate with a lifelong understanding and appreciation of the Arts and its impact on our society.
professional trainee PROGRAM
core program | Professional Trainee PROGRAM
By Audition Only
For Students Ages 18-22
Students are accepted into the School of Ballet RI’s Trainee Level through an audition process offered during our Company Rep Workshop, or at the discretion of the Company Director. Trainees are required to take a minimum number of classes in the school while engaging fully in the company schedule. Trainees work extensively in our outreach program and are afforded many performance opportunities with our Company and School. Additionally, Trainees will participate in the end of School year performance, Culmination. After two years, trainees may move on to become company members at Ballet RI or other professional companies.
adult PROGRAM
Recreational, Drop-In and Memberships
For Students Ages 16+
School of Ballet RI’s Adult Program is designed to provide our community with the opportunity to explore dance as an enriching activity in a supportive and professional setting. Classes are offered in a variety of levels in ballet, with workshops in other styles offered throughout the year. Students may take as many or as few dance classes as they wish.
ADAPTIVE dance PROGRAM
Recreational
For Students Ages 4+
Ballet RI’s Adaptive Dance Program enables dancers with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or movement support needs to explore dance in an encouraging, safe environment. Our professional teachers are trained to modify and support ALL bodies through a series of exercises meant to increase physical mobility, flexibility, strength, musicality, and self-expression.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Get moving this summer with Summer Dance Intensive, Company Rep Workshop, children’s camps and classes for movers of all ages! From fun day camps filled with engaging, creative activities, to classes to give your summer training a boost, spend the summer at School of Ballet RI!
CURRENT STUDENTS
A central place for current Ballet RI students to access the student handbook and other important information.
Hone Your Technique | Private Lessons with School of Ballet RI
FACILITIES
Located in the heart of Providence’s vibrant, charming East Side, Ballet RI’s facilities feature three spacious, light filled studios with sprung floors, ballet barres and mirrors, offering a safe and nurturing environment for developing dancers of all ages and abilities. The largest of the studios transforms into a 95 seat Black Box Theatre where new and innovative works for audiences of all ages are performed.
The vibrant, walkable neighborhood features unique shops, diverse restaurants, a charming public park and playground, and is easily accessible by bicycle, transit, and car. Ballet RI is a proud member of the Hope Street Merchants Association.
