Mobile Ballet School

Exciting Changes coming to Mobile Ballet School for 2025-2026!

Dear Current and Future Mobile Ballet Families,

Mobile Ballet School stands as the region’s leading classical ballet school and performing company, offering exceptional dance training for students from age 3 to adult across all skill levels—from first plié to pre-professional artistry. To maintain that legacy and continue moving forward for new generations, we’re thrilled to share some exciting news about Mobile Ballet School’s growth for the 2025-2026 season!  After careful consideration, we’re restructuring our programs to better serve every student and simplify the experience for families.

What’s New:

• Simplified registration process – one and done!
  • One registration covers the entire school year
  • No mid-year sign-ups for performances
  • Clear upfront costs with equal monthly payments
  • Less paperwork and fewer surprises

• Two clear divisions: Performance or Recreational
  • Performance Division:
    • Ballet technique classes appropriate for your child’s skill level
    • Repertoire class (learning choreography and performance skills)
    • NO rehearsals outside of regular class schedule until the week leading up to theater move-in.
    • Participation in Nutcracker, end-of-year Showcase, and other performance opportunities and outreaches; including possible auditioned roles for Mobile Ballet Company fall and spring productions.
    • Option to add elective classes including jazz, tap, contemporary, Pilates, or pointe.
    • Your child will gain performance experience and develop advanced ballet skills in a structured program.
  • Recreational Division:
    • Ballet classes at appropriate skill level
    • Flexible scheduling – no required number of classes
    • Parent observation opportunities
    • Showcase participation – OPTIONAL
    • Perfect for families who want quality dance education without the time and cost commitment of performances.

• New Homeschool Division:
  • A specialized daytime program designed for homeschool families.
  • Offered at both Mobile and Daphne studio locations.
  • Allows students to integrate ballet training into their educational schedule.
  • Quality instruction from experienced Mobile Ballet instructors

The goal of the above changes is to provide clearer pathways for every student while making the experience more manageable for families; and to fulfill our mission of “enriching our community through exceptional dance education and artistic excellence, and inspiring a love and appreciation for ballet through performances and meaningful community engagement.”

 What Stays the Same:

• Quality instruction from experienced teachers in all divisions
• Age-appropriate class content
• Placement determined by technical ability, ensuring every dancer receives instruction perfectly matched to their skill level
• Supportive, encouraging environment
• Commitment to proper ballet technique
• Individual attention to each student’s development

 Other Divisions:

• Primary Division (Ages 3-5): Our youngest dancers begin their ballet journey in a nurturing environment designed specifically for developing bodies and minds. Through creative movement, basic ballet positions, and imaginative play, children build coordination, confidence, and a love for dance that will last a lifetime. New for 2025-26: Mommy & Me morning classes for parents and toddlers.
• Academy: Our premier daytime program provides intensive classical ballet training for serious students pursuing collegiate dance programs or professional careers. With small class sizes and advanced curriculum, Academy students receive the focused attention needed to reach their highest potential in a pre-professional environment.
• Mobile Ballet Company: Our prestigious auditioned student company offers exceptional dancers the opportunity to perform alongside professional artists in Mobile Ballet’s full season productions and community events. Company members experience classical ballets and cutting-edge new works while training at the highest level.
• Adult Ballet Division: Whether you’re returning to ballet or starting for the first time, our adult classes welcome all levels. From absolute beginners discovering the joy of movement to advanced dancers maintaining their skills, our supportive environment helps every adult student achieve their personal dance goals. New for 2025-26: morning classes for adult beginners at both studio locations.

Please review the 2025-26 schedules linked below, and choose the division that best suits your dancer’s goals and your family’s schedule.  Registration will open soon! 

Let us know if you have any questions.

We can’t wait to welcome your family to our enhanced programs!

To contact the Mobile Ballet Registrar:

Call 251-342-2241, Email info@mobileballet.org, or submit your question on our Contact Form

To contact the Eastern Shore Studio:

Call 251-626-8932 or email DaphneSchool@mobileballet.org

Is a class you’re interested in already full? 

Are there other classes you’d like for us to offer? 

Let us know!  We may be able to add classes based on interest!

Email info@mobileballet.org

Mobile Ballet’s Relevé Project

Mobile Ballet’s Relevé Project tuition assistance fund was established to help reduce the financial burdens that prevent children from accessing dance training. Relevé is a classical ballet term meaning ‘raised, lifted.’

Thanks to generous donors, Mobile Ballet offers tuition assistance and scholarships, as funds are available.

To inquire about availability, CLICK HERE to complete the online inquiry form.