Upper Division - Richmond Ballet

Upper Division

Ages 14–18 / September 4, 2025 - May 30, 2026

Reaching Your Potential

Once students have achieved an advanced standard of classical ballet technique, the faculty places them in the School of Richmond Ballet Upper Division. The Upper Division features course options of ballet instruction, varying in intensity, for students ages 14-18. Options are designed to provide the pre-professional training needed to pursue either a professional ballet career or a college dance major. Training includes a continuing emphasis on classical ballet technique and additional classes in modern, character dance, and theatre dance. Performance opportunities with the SRB Ensemble and in Richmond Ballet professional company productions play an important role in this division. Tuition for Upper level ballet classes includes two tickets for the Richmond Ballet performances of Giselle in February 2026.

Note: Advancement through the Upper Division is based on a student’s level of skill and accomplishment, not his or her age. New students with previous training must be placed by the School of Richmond Ballet faculty prior to the start of the fall session. Students already enrolled in the School of Richmond Ballet are placed according to ability. For new students interested in enrolling after November 1st, please reach out to enrollment@richmondballet.com to schedule a placement class.


Questions? 
CONTACT: enrollment@richmondballet.com

Upper I Schedule

The Upper I program is designed to be a minimum of 3 days per week. An additional 4th day of training for Upper I Students is strongly recommended.
The Monday/Wednesday/Thursday option is required for workshop rehearsals. The SRB Youth Ensemble is by audition only and held on Saturdays 12-3pm. Upper students will receive two complimentary tickets to Giselle at Dominion Energy Center.

CLASS Day/Time Quarterly Tuition
Upper I Ballet Program M Technique 4:45-6:15pm
M Men's Work 6:30-7:15pm or Pointe 7:45-8:30pm
W Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
Th Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
$906.25
Additional Upper I Ballet Class Tu Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm $217.50

Upper II Schedule

The Upper II program is designed to be a minimum of 3 days per week. An additional 4th or 5th day of training for Upper II Students is strongly recommended. The Monday/Wednesday/Thursday option is required for workshop rehearsals. The SRB Ensemble is by audition only and held on Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm and Saturdays 12-2pm. Upper students will receive two complimentary tickets to Giselle at Dominion Energy Center.

CLASS Day/Time Quarterly Tuition
Upper II Ballet Program M Technique 4:45-6:15pm
M Pointe or Men's Work 6:30-7:15pm
W Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
Th Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
$906.25
Upper II Additional Ballet Training Tu Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm $217.50
Upper II Additional Ballet Training Sa Technique & Pointe 9:30-11:30am $217.50

Upper III Schedule

The Upper III program is designed to be a minimum of 3 days per week. An additional 4th or 5th day of training for Upper III Students is strongly recommended. The Monday/Wednesday/Thursday option is required for workshop rehearsals. The SRB Ensemble is by audition only and held on Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm and Saturdays 12-2pm. Upper students will receive two complimentary tickets to Giselle at Dominion Energy Center.

CLASS Day/Time Quarterly Tuition
Upper III Ballet Program M Technique 4:45-6:15pm
M Pointe or Men's Work 6:30-7:15pm
W Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
Th Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm
$906.25
Upper III Additional Ballet Training Tu Technique & Pointe 6:30-8:30pm $217.50
Upper III Additional Ballet Training Sa Technique & Pointe 9:30-11:30am $217.50

ADDITIONAL UPPER DIVISION CLASSES

CLASS DAY/TIME QUARTERLY TUITION
Upper Character Dance W 5:15-6:15pm $211.00
Upper Modern I M 6:30-7:30pm $211.00
Upper Modern II/III M 7:30-8:30pm $211.00
Upper Theatre Dance A Tu 5:15-6:15pm $211.00
Upper Theatre Dance B Th 5:15-6:15pm $211.00

School Policies

PARKING

We are located in the heart of downtown Richmond at 407 East Canal Street. Free parking is available in the Richmond Ballet lot directly next to the Ballet building at all times. After 4pm, you may park in the first two rows in the O lot (the lot across from Canal Street and the Ballet building) at no charge. Street parking is also available.

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