• Primary Ballet 1: This is the foundational ballet course for this age group, as Unity recommends all dancers aged 5-7 start here.

• Choose ONE or more of the following as a second course:

  • Mini Jazz/Tap: This offers a great introduction to two different styles, building rhythm, coordination, and energy.

  • Mini Creative Dance: This focuses on imaginative movement, self-expression, and fundamental dance concepts in a playful way.

• Optional Add-on Courses:

  • Mini Hip Hop: A fun, energetic class that introduces basic hip hop movements and musicality.

  • Mini Poms: Focuses on sharp, synchronized movements and introduces the use of pom-poms.

Recommended Weekly Schedule Example (Ages 5-7):

• Ballet (Primary Ballet 1): 1 class per week

• Second Course (e.g., Mini Jazz/Tap): 1 class per week

• Optional: Add-on Course (e.g., Mini Hip Hop): 1 class per week

• Primary Ballet 1 or Primary Ballet 2:

  • Dancers aged 6-7 who have completed Primary Ballet 1 would move to Primary Ballet 2.

  • Dancers aged 8 without prior Primary Ballet 1 experience would start at Primary Ballet 2.

• Choose ONE of the following as a second course:

  • Mini Jazz/Tap: Continues to build skills in both styles.

  • Mini Creative Dance: Can be beneficial for continued exploration of movement principles.

• Optional Add-on Courses:

  • Mini Hip Hop: A fun, energetic class that introduces basic hip hop movements and musicality.

  • Mini Poms: Focuses on sharp, synchronized movements and introduces the use of pom-poms.

Recommended Weekly Schedule Example (Ages 6-8):

• Ballet (Primary Ballet 1 or 2): 1 class per week

• Second Course (e.g., Mini Jazz/Tap): 1 class per week

• Optional: Add-on Course (e.g., Mini Hip Hop): 1 class per week

• Primary Ballet 1, Primary Ballet 2, or Primary Ballet 3:

  • Dancers aged 7-8 who have completed Primary Ballet 2 would move to Primary Ballet 3.

  • Dancers aged 9-10 without prior Primary Ballet 2 experience would start at Primary Ballet 3.

• Choose ONE or more of the following as a second course:

  • Junior Jazz: Builds upon foundational jazz technique with more complex steps and combinations.

  • Junior Tap: Develops more intricate tap rhythms, footwork, and musicality.

  • Junior Modern: Introduces the principles of modern dance, focusing on movement quality, expression, and floor work.

• Optional Add-on Courses:

  • Junior Hip Hop: Progresses to more advanced hip hop styles and choreography.

  • Junior Poms: Focuses on more complex pom routines and precision.

Recommended Weekly Schedule Example (Ages 7-10):

• Ballet (Primary Ballet 1, 2, or 3): 1 class per week

• Second Course (e.g., Junior Jazz): 1 class per week

• Optional: Add-on Course (e.g., Junior Hip Hop): 1 class per week

For Dancers Ages 8+ who have completed Primary Ballet 3:

• SOAR Ballet A: This program meets twice a week and is by invitation only, indicating a more serious commitment to ballet training.

• Choose ONE or more of the following as a second course:

  • Junior Jazz

  • Junior Tap

  • Junior Modern

• Optional Add-on Courses:

  • Junior Hip Hop

  • Junior Poms

Recommended Weekly Schedule Example (Ages 8+ in SOAR Ballet A):

• Ballet (SOAR Ballet A): 2 classes per week

• Second Course (e.g., Junior Modern): 1 class per week

• Optional: Add-on Course (e.g., Junior Poms): 1 class per week

• Individual Interest: While this is a recommended course of study, it's important to consider the individual dancer's interests and what styles they enjoy most.

• Progression: The ballet levels are designed for sequential learning. Dancers should generally progress through the Primary Ballet levels before moving to SOAR Ballet.

• Minimum Requirement: Unity strongly recommends a minimum of two classes per week for optimal development.

• Practice Exams and Formal Exams: The Cecchetti Council of America exams offer a valuable opportunity for dancers to work towards specific goals and receive constructive feedback.