Adult Drop-In Classes

This class will serve as an introduction to the modern dance technique of Lester Horton. This technique emphasizes both strength and flexibility through codified center and across-the-floor exercises. All levels of dance experience are welcome.

Schedule (STUDIO)

• Saturdays 1:45–3:15 PM, June 13, 2026 – August 29, 2026

Ballet Turns Workshop

This special workshop is for ballet students who want to improve the technique of their turns. We will focus on exercises designed to better understand and develop skills needed for a clean execution of pirouettes. Students will get personalized feedback, as every body and level of experience is different and the needs of each individual may vary. We will work on spotting, coordination of the arms and legs, proper alignment of the body, and tips on how to feel more comfortable while turning.

Beginner: During this session, we will also clarify concepts like en dehors and en dedans (inside and outside turns) as well as preparation and landing for pirouettes from 5th and 4th positions.

The workshop will involve both center and across the floor exercises where students will practice and perfect chaines, pique turns, pirouettes en dehors and en dedans from 4th position and possibly work on grand pirouettes (a la seconde, attitude devant, derrière and arabesque). Some students might progress to working on fouetté turns.

It is recommended that students have taken at least 1-3 years of ballet and are able to take one of our ballet technique classes from 3:30 – 5 pm before the workshop, so that students are warm and can get straight to working on turns.

Intermediate/Advanced: Dancers must have at least 3+ years of consistent training and be currently practicing double pirouettes en dehors and en dedans.

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Jumps Workshop

We are excited to offer the opportunity to our adult community to learn more about jumps in general, batterie (beats), transitional steps commonly used in Grand Allegro, and more exciting “trick” jumps.

Dancers signing up for this workshop should be regularly taking Intermediate and Advanced level classes at SFB or Intermediate – Pre-professional level classes at other studios. If you are a regular student at the SFB school and unsure if this workshop is right for you, you are welcome to consult with any SFB adult program teacher.

This class will be physically challenging and not recommended to dancers with knee, ankle or back issues. We love the eagerness of our adult community to always be learning more, but we also care about your safety particularly when it comes to high-impact technique like jumps. Partial participation/partial observation may be allowed but will depend on the level of demand for this workshop.

It is required for dancers to be familiar with and proficient in petite allegro, medium jumps, and have some experience in Grand Allegro.

Example of vocabulary dancers should be familiar with: Sauté, soubresso, changement, echapé in various positions, assemblé, jeté, sissone fermé and sissone ouvert, saut de basque, pas de chat, temps levé, saut de chat, grand jeté, tour jeté, pas de courou.

Schedule (STUDIO)

• Fridays 7:00–8:00 PM
• June 12, 2026 – July 10, 2026: Beginner Turns Workshop
• July 17, 2026 – August 7, 2026: Intermediate/Advanced Turns Workshop
• August 21, 2026 & August 28, 2026: Intermediate/Advanced Jumps Workshop

The Absolute Beginner Ballet Bootcamp is for adults who are new to ballet and those who want to get a handle on the basics. Instruction is broken down to the core elements and then built upon each week so that you’ll finish feeling confident and excited to participate in drop-in classes.

Each session includes a two-hour class and an optional 15–30 minute Q&A.

$250 for a 4-day program.

Summer 2026

We do not currently have plans to hold Absolute Beginner Bootcamp in Summer 2026, but an announcement will be made if this changes.

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This class is for adults who are new to ballet or have taken ballet classes for less than two years. This class will focus on basic ballet techniques.

Schedule (Virtual)

• Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30–10:30 AM, June 9, 2026 – August 28, 2026

Schedule (Studio)

• Tuesdays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 9, 2026 – August 25, 2026
• Wednesdays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 10, 2026 – August 26, 2026
• Fridays 5:15–6:45 PM, June 12, 2026 – July 10, 2026
• Fridays 6:30–8:00 PM, July 17, 2026 – August 28, 2026
• Saturdays 3:30-5:00 PM, June 13, 2026 – August 29, 2026

This class is for adults who have completed a minimum of two years of beginner-level drop-in classes or have previous ballet experience. Students should have a clear understanding of ballet terminology and basic combinations.

Schedule (Virtual)

• Wednesdays 9:30–10:30 AM, June 10, 2026 – August 26, 2026

Schedule (Studio)

• Mondays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 8, 2026 – August 24, 2026
• Thursdays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 11, 2026 – August 27, 2026

This is a fast-paced class for students who have been regularly taking classes for several years and have developed strong techniques at the barre and center. Students should have an in-depth knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient with center work. This class is geared towards students from the intermediate level to the Pre-Professional/Professional level.

Schedule (Studio)

• Thursdays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 11, 2026 – August 27, 2026
• Fridays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 12, 2026 – July 10, 2026
• Fridays 5:15–6:45 PM, July 17, 2026 – August 28, 2026

This is a fast-paced class for students who have been regularly taking classes for several years and have developed strong techniques at the barre and center. Students should have an in-depth knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient with center work. This class is geared towards students from the intermediate level to the Pre-Professional/Professional level.

Schedule (Studio)

• Tuesdays 6:30–8:00 PM, June 9, 2026 – August 25, 2026

This class is intended for students who have studied ballet for a minimum of 10 years and are or have been at a pre-professional level. Students should have an advanced knowledge of ballet terminology and be proficient in center work.

Schedule (Studio)

• Mondays 6:30-8:00 PM, June 8, 2026 – August 24, 2026

This class is specifically designed for adults who may be older, recovering from an injury, or have limited mobility. Classes will offer the benefits of a classical ballet technique class with gentle modifications to honor well-lived backs, hips, knees, and ankles.

Each 4-class monthly series will cost $60. Payment in full is required before the first class of the series and is nonrefundable & nontransferable.

In order for the series to be held, there must be a minimum of 9 students enrolled in each class series before the 1st of each month.

Schedule (Monthly Virtual Series)

Tuesdays June 9, 2026 – August 25, 2026

• June 9, 16, 23, 30
• July 7, 14, 21, 28
• August 4, 11, 18, 25

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This class is a different approach to ballet and an opportunity to investigate and put into practice your technical abilities, as well as to discover more about your dancing.

In this class, students will warm up at the barre incorporating contemporary vocabulary and concepts that will later be developed.

After barre and instead of center work, we will work on ballet-based choreographed phrases exploring the articulation of the spine, mobility of the upper body, musicality, directional changes, speed, and intention, developing new skills and expanding our practice and curiosity.

This class is recommended for Intermediate to Advanced Dancers. Pointe shoes are not recommended for this class.

Schedule (STUDIO)

• Saturdays 3:30–5:00 PM June 13, 2026 – August 29, 2026

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Schedule (Studio)

• Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 PM, June 9, 2026 – August 25, 2026