Boys in Ballet: Free Summer Sessions

BBT’s Youth Division is inclusive for all dancers ages 6–21 and includes specialized training for batterie and pointe techniques beginning at Level 5. As male-identifying dancers remain under-represented in contemporary ballet, BBT is offering three free summer classes to encourage boys and male-identifying athletes to experience a dance studio’s contributions to personal physical fitness and self-expression through various styles of ballet, modern, and creative movement. Interested dancers are welcome to attend one or all classes!

  • Tuesday, 06/10/2025

  • Thursday, 07/10/2025:

  • Sunday, 08/10/2025:

Year-Round Boys Class (Ages 7–13)

BBT’s Youth Division is inclusive for all dancers ages 6–18 and includes specialized training for batterie and pointe techniques starting at Youth Division Level 5. As male-identifying dancers remain under-represented in contemporary ballet, BBT offers free classes to encourage boys and male-identifying athletes to experience a dance studio’s contributions to personal physical fitness and self-expression through various styles of ballet, modern, and creative movement.

Interested dancers are welcome to attend part or all of this program; please note the intended dates of participation during enrollment, and please feel welcome to contact BBT School Director Courtney Henry (courtneyh@berkeleyballet.org) with questions.

  • Boys Class, 2025–26 Season, 08/22/2025 – 05/22/2026

    • No class on the following dates: 10/31/2025, 11/28/2025, 12/19/2025, 12/26/2025, 01/02/2026, 02/13/2026, 04/03/2026; additional adjustments throughout the Season will be communicated to enrolled dancers as required.

  • Schedule:

    • Fridays, 4:15pm–5:30pm

  • Tuition:

    • Free

  • Enrollment: