Student Division Levels 1 through 8 are designed for students ages 10 and up. Ballet West Academy promotes a healthy and nurturing approach. Classes follow a carefully constructed, comprehensive curriculum, designed to provide the skills necessary to pursue a career in dance. Students perform in the Ballet West Academy Winter, Spring, and Contemporary Showcases.
Utah County
Ballet levels 1 through 8 in Pleasant Grove, Utah, is designed for students ages 10 and up. Placement are determined by placement only. Acceptance and placement are determined by an audition held before the new fall season, or an audition can be arranged with the Campus Principal. Promotions are considered on an individual basis and determined in part by an examination demonstrated at the end of the school year and an evaluation by the Ballet West Academy Director and Principal of the Campus. Students in this division can expect to spend more than one year in each level.
Level 1
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Upon placement in Level 1, students begin to experience the satisfaction of a more comprehensive knowledge of the Ballet West Academy syllabus, and the ability to execute its principles. The emphasis in this level is the development of the “whole child”. Along with continued progress in their physical development, students enjoy a more detailed curriculum.
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2024-2025
Tuesday - 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Ballet Technique
Conditioning
Rep
Thursday - 4:45pm - 6:30pm
Ballet Technique
Conditioning
Friday - 4:30pm - 6:45pm
Ballet Technique
Contemporary*Schedules are subject to change.
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Tuition for the Academy Year: $3,300
Monthly Installment: $366.67
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Pink with BWA logo
Skirt: Pink
Belt: Pink
Tights: *So Danca" tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Skin tone leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Burgundy with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:
https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2225
Level 2
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Level 2 students continue to experience the satisfaction of a more comprehensive knowledge of the Ballet West Academy syllabus, and the ability to execute its principles.
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2024-2025
Monday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pre-Pointe
Tuesday - 6:30pm-8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pre-Pointe
Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Contemporary
Friday
4:30pm - 6:00pm Ballet Technique
6:00pm - 7:00pm Conditioning/Rep
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $3,780
Monthly Installment: $420
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Emerald Green (looks like turqouise blue) with BWA logo
Skirt: Emerald Green
Belt: Navy
Tights: So Danca in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Emerald Green with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2226
Level 3
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Level 3 prepares the serious dance student for entrance to the Upper School. Students in this level begin to understand a commitment to excellence and the desire to achieve their “personal best”. It is at this stage in a child’s training that we begin to see them emerge as young artists. We continue to build on each student’s natural abilities while emphasizing strength, stamina and technical accomplishment. In addition to technique and conditioning classes, the students add modern dance to their program. Boys focus on boy’s techniques while girls at this level are carefully evaluated and typically placed on pointe. With support and guidance students progress at a pace tailored to match their individual needs.
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2024-2025
Monday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe
Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe
Thursday - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
7:00pm - 8:30pm Contemporary
Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep
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Tuition for the Academy Year: $4,500
Monthly Installment: $500
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Navy with BWA logo
Skirt: Navy
Belt: Black
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Navy with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2227
Level 4
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Upon completing the essential requirements of training and successfully demonstrating appropriate skill level and maturity, students are ready for a more intense and challenging course of study in Level 4. Female students at this level must show a structural capacity for pointe work and all students must possess ample strength and stamina. All of the classes in our comprehensive curriculum are designed to best provide the skills necessary to pursue a career in dance. We believe in a healthy and nurturing approach to the development of each student. As the level of difficulty increases, so does the passion for the pursuit for excellence. As a result, every student’s advancement through the program is based on their ability rather than their age.
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2024-2025
Level 4 - Ladies
Monday - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:00pm Pointe
Tuesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe
Wednesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe
Thursday - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
7:00pm - 8:30pm Contemporary
Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep
Level 4 - Gentlemen
Monday - 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Tuesday - 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Wednesday - 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Thursday - 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Saturday - 10:00am – 1:15pm
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,850
Monthly Installment: $650
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Tropic Green with BWA logo
Skirt: Tropic Green
Belt:Turquoise
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Skin tone leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Tropic Green with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at
Level 4 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2228
Level 4 Gentlemen: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2237
Level 5
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Level 5 is the entry into the upper school of the Ballet West Academy. Female students at this level must have strong pointe work at barre and center. Male students will continue to have specialized classes in male technique. Supplemental classes in modern, conditioning, and pas de deux help to round out the curriculum for these students to better prepare them for the versatile demands of the professional ballet career.
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2024-2025
Monday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe
Tuesday - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
6:30pm - 8:00pm Ballet Technique
8:00pm - 8:30pm Pointe
Wednesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Variations/Rep
Thursday - 4:00pm - 7:00pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
Saturday - 10:00am - 1:15pm
10:00am - 11:30amm Ballet Technique
11:45am - 1:15pm Pointe/Rep
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,715
Monthly Installment: $635
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Purple with BWA logo
Skirt: Purple
Belt: Lilac
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Tights and a nude camisole leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Purple with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:
https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2229
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Levels 6, 7, and 8 are the highest levels in the Academy before the Professional Training Division. Students at this level study 6 days per week in ballet curriculum and also in the additional dance genres necessary for their preparation for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program. Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.
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2024-2025
Monday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class
Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
6:30pm - 7:30pm Optional Pilates
Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Variations/Rep Girls
6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys
Thursday
4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
Saturday
10:00am - 1:45pm Ballet Technique
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $5,850
Monthly Installment: $650
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Dark Purple with BWA logo
Skirt: Dark Purple
Belt: Dark Purple
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Skin tone leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Dark Purple with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:
Level 6 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2230
Ladies 6 Gentlemen: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2238
Level 6
Level 7
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Levels 6, 7, and 8 are the highest levels in the Academy before the Professional Training Division. Students at this level study 6 days per week in ballet curriculum and also in the additional dance genres necessary for their preparation for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program. Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.
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2024-2025
Monday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class
Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
6:30pm - 7:30pm Pilates
Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls en Pointe
5:30pm - 6:30pm Variations/Rep Girls
6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys
Thursday
4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
Saturday
10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
11:45am - 1:45pm Pointe/Rep
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,390
Monthly Installment: $710
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Hunter Green with BWA logo
Skirt: Hunter Green
Belt: Black
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Skin tone leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Hunter Green with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at:
Level 7 Ladies: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2231
Ladies 7 Gentlemen:
https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2239
Level 8
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Levels 6, 7, and 8 are the highest levels in the Academy before the Professional Training Division. Students at this level study 6 days per week in ballet curriculum and also in the additional dance genres necessary for their preparation for a professional dance career or entry into a college dance program. Additional benefits of these upper levels is mentoring from the Academy faculty to help students navigate their future in dance.
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2024-2025
Monday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys Class
Tuesday - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique
5:30pm - 6:30pm Pointe/Boys class
6:30pm - 7:30pm Pilates
Wednesday - 4:00pm - 8:30pm
4:00pm - 5:30pm Ballet Technique Girls en Pointe
5:30pm - 6:30pm Variations/Rep Girls
6:30pm - 8:30pm Ballet Technique/Rep Boys
Thursday
4:00pm - 5:30pm Contemporary
5:30pm - 7:00pm Ballet Technique
Saturday
10:00am - 11:30am Ballet Technique
11:45am - 1:45pm Pointe/Rep
*Schedule is subject to change -
Tuition for the Academy Year: $6,390
Monthly Installment: $710
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
LADIES
Leotard: Hunter Green with BWA logo
Skirt: Hunter Green
Belt: Black
Tights: So Danca tights in Theatrical Pink or skin tone
Shoes: So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe. The color should match the tights
Hair: Hair should be worn in the Academy Bun Style (tutorial here: https://vimeo.com/326914427 )
For Contemporary: Black Leggings. Optional: BWA Black racerback tank
Performances: Skin tone leotard
GENTLEMEN
Shirt: Hunter Green with BWA logo
Tights: Bodywrappers tights in black with a nude dance belt
Socks: Freed socks in white
Shoes: White So Danca SD16 canvas split sole ballet shoe
Hair: Hair should be neatly groomed
Uniforms may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus. -
New Students, who have completed a placement class, and returning students can register at: https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/balletwestacademy/class-details/2232
Our Utah County campus offers additional, open enrollment classes for dancers ages 13 and up. Students can expand into to spend more than one year in each level.
Other Styles
Supplemental Ballet
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Offered for teens who want to improve their ballet technique. Students attending this class are those who want to deepen ballet skills without the demands of a rigorous ballet school schedule or serious ballet students that are interested in more technique assistance. This class will enhance flexibility and strength and offers personalized attention to help the student build a stronger technical foundation.
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2024-2025
Supplementary Ballet (Levels 5-8) Wednesday - 2:30pm - 4:00pm*Schedules are subject to change.
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Tuition for the Academy Year (per class): $150
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
SUPPLEMENTAL BALLET:
Ladies: Solid color leotard, no skirt. Pink tights & shoes or flesh tone tights & matching shoes.
Gentlemen: solid color T-shirt, tights, & shoes. -
Supplemental Ballet - Level 5-8
REGISTER HERE
Commercial Dance
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This class is designed for students to improve various styles of dance to make themselves more marketable in the professional commercial dance industry. Hip Hop, Jazz, Jazz Funk are all included in this class blend of fun and technique. This class will help develop skills to help master the versatility and flair required for the high-energy environment of music videos, commercials, and live performances.
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2024-2025
Commercial Dance
Friday - 3:30pm - 5:00pm*Schedules are subject to change.
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Tuition for the Academy Year (per class): $150
Registration Fee: $45
No performance or costume fees -
COMMERCIAL DANCE:
Ladies and Gentlemen: solid color T-shirt, tights, & shoes. -
Commercial Dance
REGISTER HERE
Important Dates
Academic Year
Start of 2024/2025 Academic Year
August 19, 2024
End of the 2024/2025 Academic Year
May 17, 2025
Performances
Merry Little Christmas Show
November 21 - 22, 2024
All-Campus Contemporary Showcase:
The Four Seasons
March 13 - 15, 2025
Coppelia Suite
May 2 - 3, 2025
Studio Closures
Labor Day - September 2, 2024
Fall Break - October 17 - 20, 2024
Halloween - October 31, 2024
Thanksgiving Break - November 25 - December 1, 2024
Winter Break - December 23 - January 5, 2025
MLK Jr. Day - January 20 , 2025
President's Day - February 17, 2025
Spring Break - March 31 - April 6, 2025
Current Contemporary
Performing Ensemble
Student Division students (Levels 6-8) have the opportunity to audition for the Current Contemporary Performing Ensemble, the official contemporary group of the Ballet West Academy. Students can dive more deeply into contemporary techniques, creative processes, and performance opportunities with guest choreographers.
Our Location
Utah County
Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy
564 W 700 S #403
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
801-869-6990
Office Hours:
Sunday | Closed
Monday - Friday | 3:45PM-8:00PM
Saturday | 9:00AM-1:00PM
Artistic Leadership & Student Division Faculty
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Evelyn Cisneros-Legate
DIRECTOR, BALLET WEST ACADEMY
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Heather Thackeray
PRINCIPAL, UTAH COUNTY CAMPUS
