Dance and Movement
Ballet
José Mateo’s Ballet Theatre Young Dancers Program at South Shore Conservatory offers formal instruction in classical ballet for dancers beginning at age three. Ballet Theatre’s philosophy – that every student has the right to a quality dance education – is unique in the ballet world. Acknowledging that children develop an interest in ballet at varying stages, Ballet Theatre at South Shore Conservatory offers a broad range of classes allowing children to enter the program any time between the ages of three and nine.
SSC reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Class minimum 5, class maximum 12
The Elementary Division
Creative Dance I
For students who are three years old by September 1, this 45-minute class allows children to explore their imaginations through the experience of music and movement. Duxbury campus
| Monday, 2:45 - 3:30 pm $245/half year |
Wednesday, 2:30 - 3:15 pm $245/half year |
Saturday, 9 - 9:45 am $245/half year |
Creative Dance II
For beginning dancers who are four years old by September 1, this class provides the opportunity to discover the joy and athleticism of dance movement. Duxbury campus
| Tuesday, 2:30 - 3:15 pm $245/half year |
Thursday, 2:15 - 3 pm $245/half year |
Pre-Ballet I
In this one-hour class for children who are five years old by September 1, students learn to explore ranges of movement through basic dance steps (chasse, polka, skipping, etc.) that help them develop basic rhythm and movement skills and posture awareness. Duxbury campus
| Monday, 3:45 - 4:45 pm $260/half year |
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Pre-Ballet II
In this one-hour class for children who are six years old by September 1, students are taught independent moves of feet, legs, arms and the head in a musical context to begin building a physical awareness helpful to their approach to the early study of ballet technique. Duxbury campus
| Wednesday, 3:45 - 4:45 pm $260/half year |
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Ballet Level I
Taught through structured exercises at the barre and center, this two hour a week program for children ages seven through nine years old is a formal introduction to classical ballet and vocabulary. Duxbury campus
| Monday, 4:45 - 5:45 pm $465/half year |
Wednesday, 4:45 - 5:45 pm $465/half year |
The Middle Division
Ballet Level II
Continuing formal ballet training, this class is recommended for students ages 8 - 11 who have successfully completed at least one year of Level I training. Enrollment is after evaluation only. Duxbury campus
| Tuesday, 5:30 - 7:00 pm $625/half year |
Thursday, 5:00 - 6:30 pm $625/half year |
Ballet Level III
Students having mastered Level II skills continue to advance their ballet technique and begin preparing for regular training en pointe. Duxbury campus
| Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:30 pm $975/half year |
Thursday, 3:15 - 5:00 pm $975/half year |
Friday, 4:30 - 6:30 pm $975/half year |
Ballet Level IV
A technically more accelerated class, Level IV
carefully guides students toward beginning to
formulate their plans for intensifying their ballet studies. Duxbury campus
| Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:30 pm $1350/half year |
Wednesday, 5:45 - 7:45 pm $1350/half year |
Friday, 4:30 - 6:30 pm $1350/half year |
Saturday, 9:45 - 11:45 am $1350/half year |
The Upper Division
Ballet Level V
For students who have demonstrated an intermediate level of
technical mastery, Level V encourages students to excel, whether they have chosen to continue to regularly take ballet for recreation and self development, or have begun to direct their sight on a
professional career. It is recommended that students at this level study five days a week: three in Duxbury and two at the Cambridge studio.
| Duxbury campus Monday, 5:45 - 7:45 pm $1125/half year |
Duxbury campus Wednesday, 5:45 - 7:45 pm $1125/half year |
Duxbury campus Friday, 2:30 - 4:30 pm $1125/half year |
Ballet Level VI
Designed for the serious ballet student, emphasis is put on
mastering advanced technique, musicality, and performance skills. Classes take place six days a week with two days required at the Cambridge studio. It is recommended that students at this level study five days a week: three in Duxbury and two at the Cambridge studio.
| Duxbury campus Monday, 5:45 - 7:45 pm $1125/half year |
Duxbury campus Wednesday, 5:45 - 7:45 pm $1125/half year |
Duxbury campus Friday, 2:30 - 4:30 pm $1125/half year |
Students wishing to continue training beyond level VI are encouraged to enroll in the Upper Division in Cambridge. Call (617) 354-7467 for details.
Students ages six and older are invited to audition for children’s roles in Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker.
Yoga for Beginners
Lorna Jane Norris
A class truly designed for those who have never tried Yoga before. Basic mat and standing positions will be taught and developed over the course of the semester. The goal of this class is to increase knowledge, confidence, flexibility, physical and mental strength. This class is suitable for adults of all ages and fitness levels, including seniors. You will need to bring a yoga mat and a block. 10 weeks
| Hingham: Thursday, 9:15 - 10:15 am $120 |
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Yoga for Life
Lorna Jane Norris
This weekly class is for Yoga practioners of all levels, including absolute beginners. Classes will be loosely based on Ashtanga model, using flow for the central portion of the class and stretching to warm up and cool down. Please bring mat. 10 weeks
| Duxbury: Wednesday, 9:15 - 10:15 am $120 |
Hingham: Thursday, 10:15 - 11:15 am $120 |