Complementary Program
The Complementary Program classes are designed for new and continuing students wishing to create a more dynamic class schedule or supplement their ballet training with elective classes. Complementary Program classes are also open to non-Classical Ballet Program students wishing to explore other styles of movement. Our instructors are qualified to assess a student’s level in class and to make appropriate recommendations upon request. Students enrolled in the Classical Ballet, Pre-Professional or one Complementary Program class will receive a 25% tuition discount on any additional Complementary Program class(es). Classes are available for ages 6 – 18. Students are placed in class levels according to their age and level of dance experience. Classes are held at the St. Matthews and Downtown Studios.
Class schedule information for the 2023 – 2024 School Year is now available.
Spring Only registration opens November 20, 2023.
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1 Hour Electives
$275 per semester ($68.75 with 4 Monthly Payments)
| Class | Ages | Ballet Level Equivalent | Day | Time | Instructor |
| Jazz/Tap 1 | Ages 6-8 | CB I, CB II No prior experience needed |
Thursday | 5:45 – 6:45 pm | Olivia Eckert |
| Jazz/Tap 2 | Ages 8-10 | CB II with prior experience CB III without prior experience |
Thursday | 4:45 – 5:45 pm | Olivia Eckert |
| Jazz/Tap 3 | Ages 8-12 | CB III with prior experience CB IV |
Monday | 6:15 – 7:15 pm | Olivia Eckert |
| Musical Theater Jazz/Tap 1 | Ages 10-14 | CB V-VI | Wednesday | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | Daniel Scofield |
| Musical Theater Jazz 2 | Ages 12-16 | CB VII, Pre-Pro 1 | Wednesday | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Molly Kays |
| Musical Theater Jazz 3 | Ages 13-18 | CB VIII/IX, Pre-Pro 2 | Wednesday | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Molly Kays |
| Modern 1A | Ages 7-10 | CB II-IV No prior experience needed |
Tuesday | 6:00 – 7:00 pm | Lauren Frederick |
| Modern 1B | Ages 9-14 | CB IV with prior experience CB V without prior experience |
Tuesday | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Lauren Frederick |
| Modern 2 | Ages 10-14 Pre-req: 1 year of modern experience |
CB V with prior experience CB VI-IX |
Tuesday | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Kelsey Hutchison |
| Modern 3 (Junior Modern) | Ages 12-16 Pre-req: 2+ years of modern experience |
CB VII with 2+ years experience Pre-Pro 1 |
Wednesday | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Lauren Frederick |
| Modern 4 (Apprentice Modern) | Ages 13-18 Pre-req: 2+ years of modern experience |
CB VIII-IX with 2+ years experience Pre-Pro 2 |
Wednesday | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Lauren Frederick |
Pre-Professional Program Required Classes
Included in Pre-Professional tuition
| Class | Level | Day | Time | Instructor |
| Junior Modern (Modern 3) | Pre-Professional 1 | Wednesday | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | Lauren Frederick |
| Apprentice Modern (Modern 4) | Pre-Professional 2 | Wednesday | 5:30 – 6:30 pm | Lauren Frederick |
| Ensemble Modern^ (Modern 5) | Pre-Professional 3-6 | Wednesday | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Theresa Bautista |
| Body Conditioning^ | Pre-Professional 1-6 | Saturday | 9:00 – 9:55 am | Brienne Wiltsie Keehner |
^Downtown Studios
Dress Code
The student dress code maintains the tradition and aesthetic of classical ballet and allows instructors to see the full lines of the students’ bodies. As such, all students must wear the required uniform colors and styles. View the Uniform Page for more detailed uniform requirements for each level. Required styles and colors are reasonably priced and will be available for purchase through The Louisville Ballet School.