BTCA’s Middle Division offers classes for dancers (generally ages 12 and older) in Levels 2B, 3A, and 3B. BTCA follows the ABT® National Training Curriculum philosophy and lesson plans that are designed for optimum physical and emotional fulfillment in this age group. Our instructors will provide these maturing young dancers with more in-depth instruction in the classical ballet movements, connecting and traveling steps, and additional arm positions. They will also learn all variations of the darting steps (elancer), how to execute additional body directions in their steps, and additional forms of arabesque.
Dancers who take (and regularly attend) the suggested number/type of classes per week will receive the training and should gain the strength/ technique/knowledge necessary to be prepared to move up to the next level of training in a timely manner.
Level 2B: 2 or more Ballet classes, PLUS 1 or more Pre-Pointe classes, PLUS 1 or more Jazz/Contemporary classes
Levels 3A, 3B: 3 or more Ballet classes, PLUS 2 or more Pre-Pointe/Pointe classes, PLUS 1 or more Jazz/Contemporary classes