The Portland Ballet, a world-class dance academy, trains students ages 3-22 in a professional curriculum guided by resident teachers and guest masters with expertise in classical and contemporary repertoire. With its nurturing, student-centered training, TPB helps to build confidence, maturity, and discipline. Graduates have carried TPB’s reputation for excellence into major professional companies and conservatory programs throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Performance opportunities for all ages include dancing in annual shows on Thanksgiving weekend and in the spring.

PROGRAMS

• Curriculum Classes (ages 6-18): Dancers gain a strong technical foundation as they progress from beginning level 1 to advanced level 8.

• Creative Ballet (ages 3-6): Explore dance in a fun, guided way and develop motor skills, strength, balance, and flexibility.

• Free Classes (ages 6-9): A commitment-free three-class series, offered twice a year in September and January, is a great way for children to see whether ballet is right for them.

• Men’s Program (ages 6-22): Taught by men for men, classes focus on the needs and skills specific to young male dancers, who develop strength, poise, and discipline.

• Career Track (ages 14-22): An opportunity for advanced dancers to simulate a professional company experience.

• Summer Programs: A variety of programs for ages 6-18 keep dancers in shape while they develop new skills.