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Adult Ballet for all levels
Studio classes
Ninety-minute ballet classes at 455 Franklin Street in San Francisco.
If it is less than one hour before class and you have to cancel due to a sudden illness, please contact classes@sfballet.org and we can help you reschedule your missed class.
Our health and safety policy is currently aligned with San Francisco Department of Public Health and we no longer require mask. Since we know that wearing a well-fitting KN/N 94/95 is a strong defense against COVID, we encourage those who opt to wear a mask in common areas or during class time to continue to do so if that is their preference. This masking policy may change at any time.
Please don’t arrive any earlier than 15 minutes prior to class, or you will be asked to wait outside. Check-in will begin 15 minutes prior to class in the lobby. Class pre-registration is strongly recommended through MindBody via the app or the website as we cannot guarantee accommodation for walk-in students.
Late arrivals: Students may not be permitted into class if they arrive more than 5 minutes past the start time.
LOCATION
455 Franklin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
COST
$22 per class or $200 for a 10-class pass
DATES
September 5–December 11
January 8–May 18
No classes on:
October 7–9
November 22–26
December 18–January 6
February 17–19
March 30–April 1
ONLINE CLASSES
Sixty-minute ballet barre class on Zoom. You will receive the Zoom link via email about 25 minutes prior to class. Online registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of each class.
LOCATION
Online
COST
$12 per class or $100 for a 10-class pass
DATES
September 5–December 8
January 9–May 18
No classes on:
October 7–9
November 22–26
December 18–January 6
February 17–19
March 30–April 1
STUDIO: FRIDAYS 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
$230 for an 8-week series
Fridays: September 8–October 27
The Absolute Beginner Series 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.
Virtual: Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30–10:30 AM, September 5–December 8
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 technique.
Studio: Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30, September 6–December 6
$22 for a single class and $200 for a 10-class pass
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 technique.
Studio: Mondays 9:30–10:30 AM & 6:30–8:00 PM, September 11–December 11
Saturdays 3:30–5:00 PM, September 9–December 9
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.
Virtual: Wednesdays 9:30–10:30 AM, September 6–December 6
Studio: Tuesdays 6:00–7:30 PM, September 5–December 5
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.
Monthly Virtual Series: Tuesdays 2:30–3:30 PM, September 5–November 28
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. Classes will occur on Zoom each Tuesday of the month from 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Class session dates are as follows:
September: 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26
October: 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24
November: 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28
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. A series may be canceled due to low enrollment if a minimum of 9 students is not enrolled by the first of each month.
“I love dance, but I feel discouraged when I attempt standard classes, because there is so much I can’t do. Cecelia’s class highlighted that there is still much that I CAN do, and I really appreciated that.”
–Lacee Santos
“Cecelia has truly created a community among the regulars. The class means more to the participants than an exercise course only. But apart from the warmth that Cecelia imparts throughout the group, the class really is terrific exercise. I always feel much better after a class with Cecelia, and I know that the others feel the same.”
–Harriet Rafter
“It's a wonderful opportunity for those of us of a certain age who love ballet to participate in the art form.”
–Susie Tanner
“Gentle Ballet is a true gem. Cecelia has mastered the art of teaching ballet on Zoom.”
–Jane Weissman
STUDIO: SUNDAYS 11:30 AM–1:00 PM, SEPTEMBER 10–DECEMBER 10
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 Advance Dancers. Pointe shoes are not recommended for this class.
OUR STUDIOS AND FACILITIES
Students may check in and use the designated studio and restrooms on the first floor 15 minutes prior to the start of each class. Restrooms are located outside of the studios. Showers and designated changing rooms are not available. For the safety and consideration of all, studio doors close five minutes after class begins. Adult participants need to exit the building within 15 minutes after the class has ended.
PURCHASES
All purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Single classes have a 30-day expiration. You can track your expiration date on your MindBody account online or through the MindBody app. Please note: Expiration dates will not be extended for any reason, including session breaks.
If you are unable to attend a class, please go to your MindBody account and cancel at least 1 hour before your pre-paid class. If you cancel in 1 hour or less before the class starts, you will be charged for that class.