Student Division Classes

Ages 8 - 18

Classes begin September 3rd

The Student Division classes are year-round classes for new and returning students ages 8 - 18. Levels in this division are based on age, physical strength, and technique ensuring students can develop at a pace that matches their development and goals. Our curriculum stresses the importance of relating other techniques such as Modern and Jazz to the dancer’s ballet technique to create a well rounded dancer.  

Dancers may enter this division starting at age eight.  A class placement is required for Level 2 and up.

The promotion to a higher level considers the amount of hours required in the training for each level. Students are promoted to higher levels according to their individual progress and attendance.

For Non-Level students, see below for available out of program classes.

Please E-mail School Director Christopher@rockforddancecompany for a placement appointment.


*Please note: The age you are by registration date is the age you will start at. Registration fees are included in cost, and classes can be prorated*

Level 1

  • Age 8+

  • Two classes per week

  • Thursdays 5:00 - 7:00pm

  • Students begin formal training with a focus on barre work. This program includes one ballet technique class and one modern class a week.

  • Fees: three payments of $150

Level 2

  • Four classes per week

  • Wednesdays & Fridays 5:00 - 7:30pm

  • Students progress past the basic movements learned in Level 1 to begin learning more complicated movements, start building endurance, and gain physical strength. This program includes two ballet technique classes, one jazz/contemporary class, and one modern class per week.

  • Fees: three payments of $360

Level 3

  • Four classes per week (classes reduced due to construction)

  • Wednesdays & Fridays 5:00 - 7:30pm

  • Students continue their training by building consistency and strength. Previously learnt movements are improved while more complicated new steps are learnt. The addition of a Pre-Pointe class prepares these students the upcoming milestone of going en pointe! This program includes Two ballet technique classes, one modern class, and one pre-pointe class per week

  • Fees: three payments of $360

Pre-Professional Level

  • Level 4, Level 5, Company

  • Students enrolled at this level have chosen to commit to a higher level of dance training. Their technique and artistic expression are broadened through an increased number of classes per week as well as performance opportunities. Weekly classes include ballet technique, pointe technique, variations, modern, and conditioning.

Non-Level Classes

  • Age 8 - 11

  • Students have a choice of Level 1 Modern, Level 2 Jazz/Contemporary, and/or Level 2 Modern. These classes can be taken outside of the leveled program. See below for scheduling and tuition rates.

Hip Hop

  • 7 - 12 years

  • Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30

  • This is an introductory class to the style of Hip Hop! Here you will learn the basic moves and rhythms. As students get familiar with the moves, they’ll put it all together with in studio choreographed dancing.

  • Fees: three payments of $80

Intermediate Tap

  • 8 - 12 years

  • Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00

  • This class develops coordination, movement speed, and music skills through a variety of tap steps and styles. Some basic tap experience is needed. Dancers focus on developing proper tap technique and producing clear tap sounds while having fun exploring tap!

  • Fees: three payments of $80

Please E-mail School Director Christopher Damle at Christopher@rockforddancecompany.com for placement appointment.