Discover the Art of Ballet

Discover the grace, strength, and discipline of ballet at Dance House Productions in Biddeford, Maine. Our ballet program is designed for dancers of all ages and experience levels - from curious beginners taking their first plié to advanced students refining their technique.

Whether your dancer dreams of performing on stage or is simply looking to build confidence and coordination, our classes provide a supportive, creative environment where every student can thrive. Taught by experienced instructors who blend classical ballet fundamentals with fun, engaging lessons, our curriculum focuses on posture, flexibility, musicality, and expression.

We offer multiple class levels grouped by age and skill, so your child can grow as a dancer at their own pace. No matter where you're starting, there's a place for you here at Dance House Productions.

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Benefits of Ballet

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Builds Strength & Flexibility

Through controlled, precise movements, ballet develops lean muscle tone and enhances flexibility — supporting overall physical health.

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Improves Posture & Alignment

Ballet emphasizes proper body alignment and core strength, helping dancers carry themselves with confidence and grace in everyday life.

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Encourages Creativity & Expression

Ballet isn't just physical — it's a powerful outlet for emotion and storytelling, allowing students to express themselves through movement.

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Builds Social Skills

Make new friends and learn teamwork while working together in group performances.

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Boosts Confidence & Discipline

As students master new skills, they build self-esteem and a strong work ethic — lessons that carry over into school and beyond.

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Lays a Foundation for All Dance Styles

As a technical cornerstone, ballet provides a solid base for exploring other styles like jazz, lyrical, and contemporary with greater ease.

Class Details

What to Expect

Each ballet class begins with a structured warm-up to activate the body, improve alignment, and reduce injury risk. Dancers then move into barre work, center combinations, and choreographed routines to refine technique and grace.

Proper body alignment and posture techniques
Foundation exercises for strength and flexibility
Progressive skill development
Age-appropriate choreography
Performance preparation and stage presence
Music appreciation and rhythm training

Class Levels

Ages 3-5: Introduction to basic ballet techniques, focusing on fundamentals, coordination, and musicality in a fun, encouraging environment.

Ages 6-12: Building on foundation skills with more complex combinations, introducing intermediate techniques and performance skills.

Ages 13-18: Advanced technique development & complex choreography.

What to Wear

Proper dance attire is essential for safety and optimal movement. Students should wear:

Leotard (any style) with pink tights
Pink Ballet slippers
Hair in a bun
Ballet skirts, legwarmers and tight-fitting shorts are optional
Boys should wear clothing that does not restrict movement

Learn More!

If you're curious to learn more about the history, culture and details of ballet, we've got you covered! We've put together a comprehensive guide to everything you could ever want to know about this beautiful, foundational dance style. It's a great ballet resource for seasoned dancers looking to increase their knowledge and beginners or prospective students who want to know more about what they're getting into alike.

Check it out here!

Quick Info

Ages 3 - 18

Class Length 30-90 minutes

Experience All Levels

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Tuition - Summer

30 min class $100

45 min class $110

60 min class $114

90 min class $154

Dance Camp $350(9-5)/$250(9-1)

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Tuition - Fall

30 min class $50 Monthly

45 min class $55 Monthly

60 min class $57 Monthly

90 min class $77 Monthly