Primary Division

2012-2013 Academic Year Schedule | 2012-2013 Tuition | Registration

Registrations are being accepted now.

The Primary Division introduces and builds upon beginning levels of ballet technique. This division consists of levels 1A, 1B, 2A and 2B.

2012-2013 Preschool and Primary Divisions Brochure
2012-2013 Academic Year Brochure
Dress Code

Students of all ages begin in Level 1A, learning the basic ballet positions, the progression of a standard ballet barre, and learning the French vocabulary that defines all ballet steps. The student moves into beginning centre work, away from the support of the ballet barre.

When the student learns the ballet technique appropriate for each level and when the student's body has become strong enough to accomplish the movements taught, then at the discretion of the Artistic Director, the student moves to the next level where more intricate steps and combinations are introduced. Advancement is based on ability, not age.

Performance experience is an integral part of a dancer's training at CPYB. As Resident Ballet Company of Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg, CPYB's performing season includes four productions per year. Performance opportunities may be offered to students in Primary and Pre-Professional divisions. In order to qualify as a member of the CPYB performing company, students must comply with requirements as described in the Academic Handbook and Student Policies.

Beyond training in the studio and on stage, CPYB offers CPYB Dialogues, an informative seminar series on important topics such as nutrition and wellness, injury prevention, resume preparation, and more.

It is recommended that students invest at minimum the following amount of time into their ballet studies per week:

• Level 1A - 2 hours
• Level 1B - 4 hours
• Level 2A - 8 hours
• Level 2B - 10 hours

2012-2013 Academic Year Schedule

All students registered in CPYB's Primary Division will take a placement class at the beginning of the academic year to determine the class level in which they will benefit the most. Placement is based on ability, not age.

DRESS CODE:

Females
Black leotard, conservative traditional styles (no embellishments, low-cut backs, halters, high-cut legs or strap designs)
Pink tights with feet worn in the shoes
Black ballet shoes with elastic strap
Bra (if appropriate); underclothing must not show
Hair in a bun or similar style if possible; short hair secured with a band; all bangs neatly pinned or sprayed back

Males
White leotard or plain white t-shirt tucked in tights
Black tights
Black ballet shoes with elastic strap
White socks (short)
Black or tan dance belt (athletic supporter) if necessary
Hair neatly combed back out of face and secured