Class Information
Registration
Are You a New Student?
Please complete the form below and we will be in touch to schedule a complimentary trial class and assessment.
If you are already a student, visit the current student page for more information about continuing your registration.
Summer 2025
We have several summer dance opportunities available!
Intermediate / Advanced Ballet Classes
TEEN & ADULT DANCERS
Join us at 6:15pm on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Ballet Teachers:
Gina DeAngelo, Valerie Huston, Conor Adler, Ann Marie DeAngelo, Meredith Ventura, and special guest teachers!
Monday, July 7th through August!
Creative Movement on Saturday Mornings
BOYS & GIRLS – AGES 3 to 7
9:45AM to 10:15AM
Saturday, July 12th
Saturday, July 19th
Saturday, July 26th
Saturday, August 2nd
Saturday, August 9th
Saturday, August 16th
DROP-INS WELCOME!
Summer Intensive with Ms. Rinaldi
Monday, June 29th – Friday, July 4th
Intermediate Dancers – Ages 9 to 12
Daily technique class, choreography, classical ballet history, and studio showcase!
Please email denise.rinaldi@santabarbarafestivalballet.com with questions.
Conservatory Program
Our Conservatory program offers a nurturing environment for young dancers to grow. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, we offer a focused curriculum, concentrating on sound technique, artistry, and musicality. Our Conservatory students (Level 1 and above) are invited to audition for the Nutcracker each year and perform in our Spring performance at the close of each season. Please contact us to schedule a complimentary trial/assessment class.
Conservatory Classes 2025-2026
| Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| Creative Movement 1 class / week Ages 3 – 5 | 3:00pm – 3:45pm | 9:45am – 10:30am |
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| Primary 1 class / week Ages 5 – 6 | 3:00pm – 3:45pm | |||||
| Level 2 2 classes / week Ages 7 – 9 * | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | ||||
| Level 3 3 classes / week Ages 8 – 10 * | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | 3:45pm – 4:45pm | |||
| Level 4/5 3-4 classes / week | 4:50pm – 6:10pm | 4:50pm – 6:10pm | 4:50pm – 6:10pm | 3:45pm – 4:45pm ** | ||
| Level 6/7 6 classes / week *** | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 5:00pm – 6:00pm **** 6:15pm – 7:45pm (Modern) | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 10:30am – 12:00pm |
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| Level 8-10 7 classes / week | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 5:00pm – 6:00pm **** 6:15pm – 7:45pm (Modern) | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | 5:00pm – 6:30pm | 10:30am – 12:00pm |
(**) Demi-pointe shoe day
(***) Dancers at this level may add the Advanced Friday class if desired
(****) Conditioning required for those on pointe
Open Classes for Teens & Adults
Our Open Classes are designed for teen and adult dancers seeking the exercise and enjoyment of a traditional ballet class. Modifications are made for varied skill levels and abilities.
Open Classes 2025-2026
| Class | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| Beginning Ballet | 10:30am – 11:30am |
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| Intermediate / Advanced Ballet * | 6:30pm – 7:45pm | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | ||||
| Intermediate / Advanced Modern * | 6:15pm – 7:45pm | |||||
| Advanced Ballet * | 10:30am – 12:00pm |
Important Dates
Classes & Rehearsals
- The Ballet Alliance Adjudication: March 8, 2025
- The Ballet Alliance Festival: April 29 – May 2, 2025 in Spokane, WA.
- Santa Barbara Festival Ballet Youth Ensemble Performance (subject to change): Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Last Day of Regular Classes: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Summer Intensive for intermediate dancers: June 29 – July 4, 2025
- Summer Class Schedule Begins: July 7, 2025
- Fall Classes Begin: August 25, 2025
- 50th Anniversary Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre: December 13 & 14, 2025
Holidays & Closures
- Spring Break: Monday, March 24 — Sunday, March 30
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 27
- Studio Closed (Except for summer intensive): June 23 – July 6, 2025