Pre-Professional and Academy Program
Ages 10-18 by Audition

The Steps Youth Pre-Professional program’s diverse curriculum provides outstanding and challenging training for successful and adaptable 21st-century dancers in a welcoming and nurturing environment. Graduates of our program flourish in the professional dance world and are among the top picks for elite college dance programs, conservatories, and dance companies, as well as commercial and Broadway work.

Dancers in our Pre-Professional Program work with world-renowned faculty in an atmosphere that promotes artistic excellence, strong technique and a sense of community. As students advance through the program they are encouraged to find their unique artistic voices as they gain the building blocks for success, whether choosing a career in dance or in another field.

Our Academy Program was received with great enthusiasm in its inaugural year. Entering its third year this program will enable dancers ages 13 and up from performing arts high schools and middle schools to access high-level classes within Steps Youth Programs, in conjunction with their academic school schedules.

CLASSES OFFERED

Ballet, Pointe, Theater Dance, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Pilates, Stretch & Strengthening, and Tap. Students must comply with course requirements specific to each level. View the full schedule here.

AUDITIONS & PLACEMENT

Students are placed via audition in one of six levels, based on age and ability. Each level has its own set curriculum requirements.

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM (ages 10-18, by audition)

Level 1:
Ages 10-12
In Level 1, preparation for pointe work begins for girls and boys explore more advanced allegro work. Emphasis is placed on correct alignment of the feet and ankles, as well as strength in the legs and core. Endurance is gradually built up by longer classes in ballet, and longer, more complex combinations with floor work in Contemporary.

Level 2:
Ages 11-13
In Level 2, girls begin pointe work and all students are in classes for nine hours per week. A Theater dance class is added to expand the students’ ra nge of styles.

Level 3:
Ages 12-14
In Level 3, Jazz and Horton-based Modern are added to the students’ curriculum, in addition to their ballet and tap classes. Studen ts attend twelve hours of classes per week and are included in more performance opportunities within the program.

Level 4-6:
Ages 13-18
In Levels 4, 5 and 6 students enter the advanced levels of training, and study the full curriculum of styles. They continue to build their vocabulary of movement in preparation for high school, college, conservatory and performing auditions.

ACADEMY PROGRAM (Ages 13-18 with a minimum of four years of dance training, by audition)

For advanced dancers looking for access to our high-level dance classes, but who can’t commit to our complete Pre-Professional schedule, we are now offering the Academy program. Dancers choose a minimum of 5 classes (maximum of 7) from within the Pre-Professional curriculum at their determined level. The Academy is recommended for students enrolled in performing arts high schools and middle schools, but all are welcome by audition. Academy students do not participate in end of semester performance opportunities.

Four ballet dancers at the barre, Steps Youth Programs Summer Dance Intensives

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Performance opportunities such as the Holiday and Spring Showcases, and community concerts throughout the city enhance each student’s experience in the Pre-Professional Program. Throughout the year casting directors, talent agents, and photographers contact Steps Youth Programs when they are in need of young dancers for film, theater, commercials and print.

Registration & Tutition

2023-2024

If you are interested in joining one of these programs, please visit our Audition page.

Students in the Pre-Professional and Academy Programs will be sent registration materials upon their acceptance into the program.

Registration Requirements

  • All classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Annual Registration Fee: $65 (valid Sept – Aug)
  • All registrations will be done online. We will not be accepting mailed forms or checks.

Registration is not considered final until payment has been processed.


Refunds:

  • Full tuition will be refunded only if written notification from the parent is received 24 hours PRIOR to the first class. A 75% refund, less total cost of all classes taken, will be granted before October 10, 2022. No refunds will be granted after that date, unless the program has been cancelled. Registration and all additional fees are non-refundable.
  • Steps on Broadway reserves the right to provide virtual classes in lieu of In-Studio classes should conditions warrant doing so.

2023-2024 Tuition

Hours per Week Full Year Tuition
1 $1,360.00
2 $2,720.00
3 $4,080.00
4 $5,168.00
5 $6,120.00
6 $6,936.00
7 $7,616.00
8 $8,160.00
9 $8,568.00
10 $8,840.00
11 $8,976
12 $9,076.00
13 $9,282.00
14 $9,520.00
15 $9,690.00
16 $9,792.00
17 $10,115.00
18 $10,557.00
19 $11,143.00
20 $11,730.00

Other Fees:
Costume Rental Fee (charged for Winter Concert and Spring Concert): $40 per class
Recital Fee (charged for Winter Concert and Spring Concert): $100 per student

Recital and Costume Fees will be charged on
November 1 (Winter Show) and March 1 (Summer Show)

→ Financial Aid Information

Registration Requirements

  • All classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Annual Registration Fee: $65 (valid Sept – Aug)
  • All registrations will be done online. We will not be accepting mailed forms or checks.

Registration is not considered final until payment has been processed.

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Refund Policy:

  • Full tuition will be refunded only if written notification from the parent is received 24 hours PRIOR to the first class. A 75% refund, less total cost of all classes taken, will be granted before October 10, 2022. No refunds will be granted after that date, unless the program has been cancelled. Registration and all additional fees are non-refundable.
  • Steps on Broadway reserves the right to provide virtual classes in lieu of In-Studio classes should conditions warrant doing so.

Looking to dance over the Summer? We offer Summer Intensives!