Children's Beginning Division
Children's Division
The Children’s Division at Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy is designed for young dancers ages 2–7 and provides a positive, engaging introduction to the world of dance.
Our age-appropriate curriculum encourages children to explore movement while developing coordination, musicality, creativity, balance, and confidence in a nurturing and supportive environment. Through imaginative activities and structured instruction, students learn foundational dance skills while fostering a love for the arts.
Classes are designed to make learning fun while helping young dancers build listening skills, classroom etiquette, self-expression, and a strong foundation for future dance training.
Beginning Division Levels
Beginning Division
The Beginning Division is designed for students who wish to pursue formal training in Classical Ballet. Through a structured curriculum and the guidance of our experienced and supportive faculty, students develop confidence, discipline, and a love for the art of dance.
Classes focus on building a strong technical foundation through the development of strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and musicality, while introducing the fundamental principles of Classical Ballet. Students also cultivate important life skills such as focus, perseverance, respect, and teamwork.
This training provides the physical and artistic foundation necessary for continued advancement in ballet and other dance forms. Students in the Beginning Division also have access to a variety of performance opportunities throughout the season, allowing them to apply their training on stage and gain valuable performance experience.
Dress Code & Uniforms
Academy Dress Code & Uniform Policy
To maintain a professional training environment and ensure consistency across all levels, Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy requires all students to adhere to the following dress code policies:
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Hair: All students must arrive with hair neatly secured in a tight ballet bun.
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Uniforms: Students are required to wear the designated uniform for their assigned level at every class.
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KBT Logo: All required uniforms must have the official Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy logo embroidered.
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Cover-Ups: Cover-ups are optional; however, only approved styles listed in the dress code guidelines may be worn.
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Ballet Skirts: Ballet skirts are not permitted in Beginning C through Advanced levels or in any Pre-Professional Division classes.
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Personal Items: Students are encouraged to label all leotards, tights, shoes, and dancewear with their name to help prevent lost items.
Uniform Purchases
All Academy uniforms must be purchased through Dance Biz, KBT's official dancewear provider. Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy students receive a 10% discount on uniform purchases.
Dance Biz
2535 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 276-4900
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the high standards of professionalism and discipline that are central to the Kentucky Ballet Theatre Academy experience.