Programs & Styles

Level Programs.

Girl in black leotard stretching in a ballet studio with pink walls, with the text 'PRE-K' overlayed on the image.

Ages 3-4

Explore body awareness, right/left distinctions, and routine skills in a fun, supportive environment. Enjoy playful improvisation to classical music while fostering a love for dance.

Two children in ballet class practicing at the barre, with the word 'PRIMARY' overlaid.

Ages 5-7

Build on pre-k skills with an emphasis on form, routine, musical counts, and movement combinations. Develop coordination and grace through structured activities while instilling a sense of musicality.

Two dancers practicing ballet at a barre in a studio, with a large picture on the wall behind them and the word 'Training' overlayed.

Performance Level

Experience three levels—Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced—tailored to each student’s progression. Embrace discipline and grace while advancing through structured movements and performance techniques.

Close-up of ballet dancers' feet in pink pointe shoes, tights, and tutus, standing on a wooden dance floor.
Group of ballet dancers in white tutus and pointe shoes standing in a line during rehearsal or performance.
Ballet dancer in a black leotard and white tutu performing an arabesque on pointe
Black and white photo of ballet dancers in tutus practicing on stage with stage lights in the background.
A ballerina in a navy blue and white tutu is bending down to put on her ballet slippers in a plain, gray room.
A black and white overhead shot of a ballerina in a tutu, stretching with her hands on her ankles, sitting on the floor.

Dance Styles.

At Long Island Youth Ballet, we offer classical ballet instruction that incorporates diverse dance styles which enhance, inspire and nurture young talent through their ballet journey. Our classes include:

  • Build a strong and solid foundation with fundamental ballet technique, gradually progressing to the more advanced and delicate art of pointe work.

  • Explore a wide range of expressive and dynamic dance techniques that not only enhance technical skill but also deepen artistic interpretation and emotional expression.

  • Experience the rich and vibrant traditions, as well as the captivating and dynamic rhythms, of authentic Russian folk dance.
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We would love for you to stop by our dance studio and see first hand what makes Long Island Youth Ballet such a wonderful place to dance.

Schedule a Visit

2025/2026 Ballet Class Schedule

Monday

4:30-5:30pm—Primary Ballet Technique

5:30-7:00pm—Upper Intermediate and Advance Ballet Technique

Thursday

4:30-5:30pm—Lower Intermediate Ballet Technique

5:30-7:00pm—Upper Intermediate and Advance Technique

Tuesday

4:30-5:30pm—Lower Intermediate Ballet Technique

5:30-7:00pm—Upper Intermediate and Advance Ballet Technique

Friday

5:30-7:00pm—Upper Intermediate and Advance Ballet Technique

Saturday

9:30-10:30am—Preschool Creative Movement Ballet

10:30-11:30am—Primary Ballet Technique/Rep

11:30am-1:00pm—Lower Intermediate Ballet Technique/Rep

1:00-3:30pm—Upper Intermediate and Advance Ballet Technique/Rep