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Primary Division – Approximate ages 5-8
In Primary 1 & 2 Ballet, your student will develop musical awareness, rhythm, and coordination through the fundamentals of ballet, creative movement, acting, and games. Appropriate for beginners approximately 5-8 years of age. Primary 2 begins August 15, 2022, Primary 1 begins January 2, 2023.
In Primary 3 Ballet, students will continue to build on their knowledge of ballet’s fundamentals and learn more complex movements at the barre and across the floor. Appropriate for approximately ages 6-8.
Recommended Classes: 1-2 classes per week
Students in the Primary Division will be assessed and placed in the appropriate level by one of our Lead Faculty. Class placements are based on skill level and attainment of curriculum goals, rather than age. If you are a new student, please submit our Class Assessment Form for a trial class. You may also call 303.466.5685 and speak with our Conservatory Docent, Marnie Rundiks. If you are a returning student, please log on to your Student/Parent Portal to register for classes. Upon registration, each student will pay a $35 Registration Fee, siblings will pay $10. Ask about a sibling discount upon registration!
Want to view CCD’s entire 2022-2023 class schedule? Click to view and print our 2022-2023 Full Class Schedule 10.6.22. Questions? Please call the front desk at 303.466.5685.
Brain Body Boogie is a fun, imaginative class which increases body awareness and physicality through intentionally directed free moving exercises. Students will build strong body-brain connections by exploring the world around them and inside themselves.
Primary Boys is a fun class designed to channel the creativity and natural energy of our 5-8 year old gents through full-body imaginative exercises. This class is meant to follow a Primary Division ballet class.
Primary Tap is a vibrant class which focuses on musicality, coordination, and dynamics.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Friday | Saturday |
| Primary Brain Body Boogie
(GALA) 4:45-5:45pm Bridget Church |
Primary 2 Ballet Technique
(GALA) 4:00-5:00pm Jacqueline Campos |
Primary 3 Ballet Technique
(GALA) 4:00-5:00pm Rebeca Rameriz Vargas |
Primary Brain Body Boogie
(GALA) 4:00-5:00pm Rebeca Rameriz Vargas |
Primary Tap
(GALA) 9:00am-9:30am Bridget Church |
| Primary Tap
5:45-6:15pm TBD |
Primary 3 Ballet Technique
(GALA) 4:00-5:00pm Kerry Healy
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Primary 1** Ballet Technique
(GALA) 5:00-6:00pm TBD |
Primary 2 Ballet Technique
(GALA) 9:30am-10:30m TBD |
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Primary 3 Intro to Jazz
(GALA) 5:00-6:00pm Jacqueline Campos
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Primary 3 Ballet Technique
(GALA) 9:30am-10:30m Rebeca Rameriz Vargas |
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Primary Boys
(GALA) 10:30m-11am TBD |
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Primary 1** Ballet Technique
(GALA) 11:15am-12:15pm TBD |
GALA represents a class that will perform in CCD’s year-end performance on June 3*, 2023.
** Primary 1 begins January, 2023.
*Date subject to change.
To withdraw from classes, the Front Desk must be notified by the 15th of the month prior to withdrawing from classes. For example, notify the Front Desk by April 15th for May.
| Hours Per Week | Per Hour | Per Month | Full Year | Half Year | 5% Prepaid Half Year by August 13, 2022 & January 2, 2023 |
| 0.5 | $17.73 | $34 | $337 | $168 | $159.98 |
| .75 | $17.73 | $51 | $505 | $253 | $239.97 |
| 1 | $18.03 | $68 | $685 | $342 | $325.35 |
| 1.25 | $17.81 | $85 | $846 | $423 | $401.81 |
| 1.5 | $17.60 | $100 | $1,003 | $502 | $476.59 |
| 2 | $17.17 | $130 | $1,305 | $652 | $619.84 |
| 2.5 | $16.84 | $160 | $1,600 | $800 | $759.93 |
| 3 | $16.54 | $189 | $1,886 | $943 | $895.74 |
| 3.5 | $16.25 | $216 | $2,162 | $1,081 | $1,026.81 |
| 4 | $15.97 | $243 | $2,427 | $1,213 | $1,152.67 |
Students may receive a 5% Discount by paying for the Half Year Installment if paid in full by August 13, 2022 and January 2, 2023.
| Female-identifying students | Capezio Style SCC400C in Pink (may also wear Mondor Style #1635 in True Pink), flesh tone tights to match as close to the student’s natural skin tone as possible, and flesh tone canvas shoes to match as close to the student’s natural skin tone as possible. Please see our friends at BBW to help you find the perfect match. |
| Male-identifying students | Body Wrappers white shirt # B400, Body Wrappers black ballet tights (B90), and black canvas ballet slippers. |
| Hair | Long must be pulled back from the face in a secure ponytail or bun. Bangs permitted in this level only. Dancers with short hair should secure loose pieces with clips or may use a solid black headband. Dancers will be required to wear a secure “CCD Bun” without bangs for performances. |
| Ballet Skirts | Ballet skirts are not allowed in class. |
| Brain/Body Boogie | There is no required dress code for Primary Brain Body Boogie. Dancers who have ballet class directly before or after BBB should wear their dress code underneath any additional clothing. Attire should be easy and comfortable to move in and allow for a free range of motion. |
| Tap | Dress code + lace up full sole oxford tap shoes. |
| A Special Note for Girls | Girl’s tights serve as underwear dance beneath their leotards, be sure to buy dance tights which have a cotton crotch. Underwear inhibits movement, and are not allowed under tights. We know this can be a bit of a surprise for younger dancers, but they adjust quickly. |
| A Special Note for Boys | Boys and men should always wear dance briefs or a dance belt under their tights. These items serve the same purpose as a jockstrap and protect a male dancer from injury. You can purchase dance briefs and dance belts from Boulder Body Wear. |
| A Special Note for our Transgender Students | You may use the dress code with which you identify. A gender-neutral bathroom/changing area is available and belongings may be stored in our general-purpose lockers. CCD is also committed to continuing to evolve with how we provide a safe space for our transgender community. As such, we are currently researching further dress code options. If there is another option which would make you or your dancer feel safe and accepted, let’s have a conversation, so the organization may continue to evolve. |
Help avoid an uncomfortable situation for your dancer by explaining these aspects of ballet dress code ahead of time, and arrive to class in proper attire. This will also prepare them for our year-end Gala and other performances as they progress.
Interested in knowing more about CCD’s new Brain Body Boogie class offering? Watch this video to learn more!
