School Information: Curriculum, Schedule, Tuition, Dress Code
Southwest Ballet Theatre’s goal is to encourage learning in a positive, nurturing, and developmentally sound environment while building on the principles of ballet technique for students of all levels, recreational through pre-professional. The SWBT community promotes excellence, encourages personal responsibility, and emphasizes integrity.
Studio Addresses
Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC): 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale (inside the Performing Arts Center)
Classes take place in two locations in the Performing Arts Center:
Dance Studio — PAC 105
Black Box Studio — PAC 147
St. John Paul II Catholic High School (JP2): 3120 N. 137th Ave., Avondale
Dance Studio
Primary Division
The Pre-Primary classes focus on creative movement and the magic of ballet. They provide a nurturing environment which fosters the child’s imagination; cultivates musicality, coordination, balance, strength, attention skills, and basic movement vocabulary; and develops early ballet technique.
The Primary levels are designed to introduce or continue the study of creative movement concepts and early ballet technique. Classes offer a nurturing environment and feature engaging music and movement exercises. Primary level students will develop the focus and listening skills needed to thrive in a classroom setting. The barre will not be utilized during this phase of development to aid the dancer in cultivating balance, strength, coordination, and proprioceptive skills.
Pre-primary for 3's
Must be 3 years old by September 1st
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleTuesday 4:00 – 4:45 PM Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: $65 Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Pre-primary for 4's
Must be 4 years old by September 1st
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleTuesday 4:00 – 4:45 PM Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: $65 Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Primary A (5 years old)
Must be 5 years old by December 1st
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleFriday 4:15 – 5:00 PM
Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: $65 Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Primary B (6 years old)
Must be 6 years old by December 1st
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleTuesday 4:45 – 5:45 PM |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: $75 Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Primary C (ages 7+)
Must be 7 years old by December 1st
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleTuesday 4:45 – 5:45 PM |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week; see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Lower Division
The School of Southwest Ballet Theatre’s Lower Division builds upon the knowledge of the Primary Division and is a formal introduction to classical ballet technique. The Lower Division welcomes students aged 8+, including those with no prior dance experience. Students engage in ballet vocabulary, theory, and kinesthetic principles; learn to use their bodies correctly to prevent injury; and build strength, stamina, coordination, discipline, and grace. The Lower Division creates a strong foundation in classical ballet technique. Please read our “About Level Placement and Pointe” page at this link for more info.
Level 1 / 1B
Students at this level take 3 classes per week: two ballet classes and one supplemental class
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleWednesday 4:15 – 5:15 PM Level 1B by invitation only – choose one ballet class above, plus the following class: Monday 5:00 – 6:00 PM Enrichment classes begin with Jazz in Level 1. This basic foundation allows students to build on their coordination, strength, flexibility, and musicality needed to enhance their ballet technique. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week; see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Level 2 / 2B
Students at this level take three classes per week: two ballet classes and one supplemental class
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 4:45 – 6:15 PM Level 2B by invitation only – choose one ballet class above plus the following class: Thursday 6:00 – 7:00 PM Enrichment classes begin with Jazz in Levels 1 and 2. This basic foundation allows students to build on their coordination, strength, flexibility, and musicality needed to enhance their ballet technique. Enrichment 2 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week; see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Level 3
Students at this level take five classes per week: three ballet classes and two supplemental classes
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 6:15 – 8:15 PM * Placement required Enrichment classes begin with Jazz in Levels 1 and 2. This basic foundation allows students to build on their coordination, strength, flexibility, and musicality needed to enhance their ballet technique. Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/contemporary. Enrichment 2 and 3 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Upper Division
The School of Southwest Ballet Theatre’s Upper Division is for dancers who:
- Exhibit a strong foundation in Classical Ballet technique
- Choose to continue their study more than two days per week
- Are aged 12+
- Are placed into the Upper Division by audition or by the School Director and/or Artistic Director
- Have had previous pointe training (dancers may choose to continue ballet training without being on pointe)
Classes focus on building and refining technique, strength, flexibility, and artistry. Performance opportunities enhance the students’ artistic experiences and offer a deeper understanding of the beauty of ballet.
Level 4
Students at this level take seven classes per week: three ballet classes, variations, and three supplemental classes
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 6:15 – 7:45 PM Tuesday 7:15 – 8:15 PM Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/Contemporary. Enrichment 3 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Level 5
Students at this level take seven classes per week: three ballet classes, variations, and three supplemental classes
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 6:15 – 7:45 PM Tuesday 7:15 – 8:15 PM Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/Contemporary. Enrichment 3 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Level 6
Students at this level take seven classes per week: three ballet classes, variations, and three supplemental classes
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 6:15 – 7:45 PM Tuesday 7:15 – 8:15 PM Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/Contemporary. Enrichment 3 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Level 7
Students at this level take seven classes per week: three ballet classes, variations, and three supplemental classes
Classes Run August 5, 2024 – May 18, 2025
ScheduleMonday 6:15 – 7:45 PM Tuesday 7:15 – 8:15 PM Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/Contemporary. Enrichment 3 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Sibling Discount: 10% off lowest level of tuition for each additional sibling Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Dress Code: click here |
Other Classes & Information
Adaptive Dance
ScheduleWednesday 5:15 – 6:00 PM Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: $75 |
Dance for Homeschool Students
Students must be enrolled at least 12 hours before their initial class
ScheduleTuesday 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationDrop-In Fee: $15 Monthly Tuition: Registration Fee: $20 per student; $10 for each additional sibling, maximum of $40 per family. ** SWBT is a qualified vendor for the Empowerment Scholarship Account program from the Arizona Department of Education. |
Boys' Tuition-Free Ballet
Please find our full description of the class and the enrollment link at this page.
Students must be enrolled at least 12 hours before their initial class
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ScheduleBoys take the Saturday class and at least one other co-ed ballet class in Levels 1–3 (placement required). Saturday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationRegistration Fee: $20 for first student; $10 for each additional sibling, maximum of $40 per family. ** SWBT is a qualified vendor for the Empowerment Scholarship Account program from the Arizona Department of Education. |
Preteen & Young Teen Recreational Classes
Black leotard. Ballet slippers required for ballet class, black leggings required for Enrichment.
ScheduleWednesday 5:00 – 6:15 PM * Placement required Enrichment classes begin with Jazz in Levels 1 and 2. This basic foundation allows students to build on their coordination, strength, flexibility, and musicality needed to enhance their ballet technique. Enrichment 3 will include a semester of jazz and a semester of Modern/Contemporary. Enrichment 2 students will also have Master Class opportunities, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement, while always keeping the focus on strengthening their overall technique. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationMonthly Tuition: Based on hours per week, see Tuition Schedule Military Discount: 10% off tuition Proration: Tuition is prorated in December, April, May, and during a student’s first month. Performance opportunities available! |
Adult and Older Teen Recreational Classes
Dress for comfort. Ballet slippers, character shoes, or tap shoes are required.
ScheduleTuesday 12:30 – 1:30 PM (begins Oct 15th) Enrichment class subjects will change through the year, with the intent to provide dance education in different genres to enhance the students’ learning and adaptability to different styles of movement. Will include jazz and Modern/Contemporary. Class schedule subject to change based on enrollment. |
Additional InformationPunchcard (Ballet-only): $200, expires in 120 days Performance opportunities available! |
Drop-In Classes
45-minute class: $18
1-hour class: $20
1.25-hour class: $23
1.5-hour class: $25
Pointe: $10
Private lessons: Contact admin@swbtballet.org for prices and scheduling.
Monthly Tuition Rates
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| Hours | Tuition | Hours | Tuition | |
| 0.75 | $65 | 4.5 | $195 | |
| 1.0 | $75 | 5.0 | $210 | |
| 1.25 | $85 | 5.5 | $225 | |
| 1.5 | $95 | 6.0 | $240 | |
| 2.0 | $115 | 6.5 | $255 | |
| 2.25 | $125 | 7.0 | $265 | |
| 2.5 | $135 | 7.5 | $275 | |
| 3.0 | $150 | 8.0 | $285 | |
| 3.25 | $160 | 8.5 | $295 | |
| 3.5 | $165 | 9.0 | $305 | |
| 4.0 | $180 | |||
Monthly Tuition Rates
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| Hours | Tuition |
| 0.75 | $65 |
| 1.0 | $75 |
| 1.5 | $95 |
| 2.0 | $115 |
| 2.5 | $135 |
| 3.0 | $150 |
| 3.5 | $165 |
| 4.0 | $180 |
| 4.5 | $195 |
| 5.0 | $210 |
| 5.5 | $225 |
| 6.0 | $240 |
| 6.5 | $255 |
| 7.0 | $265 |
| 7.5 | $275 |
| 8.0 | $285 |