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As of 8/15/2012

Classes have piano accompanist unless noted by *
 

Class Descriptions

Fundamentals is recommended for students with little or no previous dance experience.
Beginning Ballet is recommended for students with 1 to 2 years of movement experience.
Intermediate Ballet is recommended for students with 2 or more years of ballet training.
Advanced Ballet is for students of an advanced and/or professional level.
Pointe classes are conducted at the discretion of the instructor.  The half-hour-long class is considered part of the technique class given prior.  Drop-in rate for the hour pointe class is equal to one class on the monthly class card or the single-class rate. 
Pilates: A class based in Pilates, but including exercises from Zena Rommett, Eric Beeler, Yamuna, Gyrotonics, and PNF Release work. The work focuses on fine tuning the turnout, stretching, and strengthening the feet, lengthening the back and finding the foundation of port de bras, as well as strengthening the core. Single class rate or class card. 
Master Classes and Technique Labs: check our front page for current offerings.

There are no classes Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day. Please click the tab “This week's teachers and subs” for updated information.

How to sign in for a class or buy a class card

1. Go through the doors at the top of the brick steps.  Enter the studio to your right (Studio A).
2. At the counter to your left, write your name on the appropriate class sign-in sheet in the class binder.
3. Next to your name, check if you are paying for a single class or using your class card.  If you are taking barre only, please note that.
4. Place your payment (cash or check only – no credit cards accepted) or class card in the marked tray.
5. If paying in cash and change is required, contact the desk aide on duty.
6. BBT has a no-owe policy. Class payment must be made in advance before taking class.  Thank you for your cooperation.
7. During some rehearsal periods, class registration may take place upstairs in Studio B.  Please look for signs on where to proceed to sign-in.
8. You can also purchase a class card using cash or check at the sign-in desk.

ADULT DIVISION CLASS FEES

NO REFUNDS, EXCHANGES OR TRANSFERS!  Returned checks subject to a $15 charge.
All single classes (except barre only), regardless of length, are charged the single class fee or class card rate.  Adult classes are open and ongoing for students age 13 and up.  Drop-ins are welcome 

Work-Study Positions are not currently available. Please check back regularly for updates.

• Desk Aide: Substitute desk aide needed for morning and evening shifts.  Desk Aides are responsible for registering students and staying for the duration of their shift.  In exchange, Desk Aides receive free classes in the BBT's Adult Division. 
• Cleaning Staff: Cleaning shifts available.  Light cleaning of studios and offices in exchange for free classes in BBT's Adult Division.

If interested, contact Ali Taylor Lange, BBT Work-Study Coordinator at (510) 843-4687 x. 114. Email: idance@berkeleyballet.org

Calendar 2012/13