Primary C
Preparing for Formal Classical Training
Primary C
Ages 7 & 8
Primary C is the final stage of our foundational ballet pathway, designed to prepare students for the greater structure and technical focus of Level 1. Dancers strengthen posture, coordination, musicality, foot articulation, turnout awareness, spatial understanding, and the coordination of the head, arms, and legs.
Exercises become longer and more detailed, encouraging students to remember combinations, follow corrections, work with greater independence, and understand the purpose behind each movement. Students continue developing essential ballet vocabulary, expressive port de bras, introductory turning and jumping skills, and the discipline required for more formal conservatory training.
While expectations grow, imagination and artistry remain central to the learning process. Primary C helps students move with greater confidence, precision, and musical sensitivity while building the physical and emotional readiness needed for the next stage of their ballet education.
Where strong foundations begin to become confident technique.
Choose Your Campus
Every Ayala Ballet Conservatory campus follows the same thoughtfully designed curriculum, exceptional faculty, and commitment to artistic excellence. Simply choose the location that best fits your family's schedule.
Coconut Grove
Schedule
Thursday • 4:30 PM
Tuition and Registration
One Day per Week $160/month
Two Days per Week $250/month
Three Days per Week $350/month
A non-refundable $100 registration fee and $90 uniform fee are due upon enrollment.
Placement
Students are placed in the appropriate level based on their age, previous experience, and faculty recommendation. Our goal is to ensure every dancer begins in a class where they feel confident, challenged, and supported.
No audition is required for The Lower School classes.
Enrollment
Enrollment is limited to maintain small class sizes and provide thoughtful, individualized instruction.
Registration is accepted on a rolling basis as space permits. Once a class reaches capacity, students will be placed on a waitlist and contacted when an opening becomes available.
Dress Code
Students must wear the official Ayala Ballet Conservatory uniform assigned to their level.
Girls
Assigned conservatory peach leotard
Pink and white ankle socks
Pink canvas ballet slippers
Hair secured in a classical ballet bun
No jewelry, except small stud earrings
Boys
White Ayala T-shirt
Black shorts
White ankle socks
White leather ballet slippers
The dress code promotes discipline and unity while allowing teachers to observe alignment and movement clearly.
Policies
Registration, tuition, uniform fees, and all other payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please review our Policies & Procedures Handbook for complete information regarding tuition, attendance, withdrawals, performances, and school policies.
Your Child's Training Pathway
Every stage of training is thoughtfully designed to prepare students for the next. Through the American Ballet Theatre® National Training Curriculum, dancers grow with confidence, discipline, and artistry from their very first class through advanced conservatory training.
The Lower School
Where the love of ballet begins.
Primary C
Primary C Ballet FAQ's
What are the best ballet classes for 7 to 9 year olds in Miami?
Primary C at Ayala Ballet Conservatory is designed for children ages 7 to 9 who are ready for more structured classical ballet training. Students continue building strength, flexibility, coordination, musicality, artistry, and confidence while developing a deeper understanding of ballet technique in a nurturing and disciplined environment.
What is Primary C ballet?
Primary C is the final level of the Lower School curriculum and serves as a bridge into conservatory-level training. Students refine classical ballet fundamentals while developing greater technical precision, focus, artistry, and body awareness.
What age should a child start Primary C ballet?
Primary C is generally designed for children ages 7 to 9. Placement may also consider previous ballet training, maturity, physical development, and teacher recommendation to ensure each student is placed appropriately.
Does my child need previous ballet experience to join Primary C?
Most students enter Primary C after progressing through Primary A and Primary B. However, placement is based on individual readiness, experience, and teacher evaluation rather than age alone.
What skills will my child learn in a Primary C ballet class?
Students continue refining ballet vocabulary, posture, coordination, musicality, flexibility, strength, balance, and artistry. Greater emphasis is placed on proper technique, alignment, movement quality, classroom discipline, and preparation for more advanced levels of training.
How does Primary C prepare dancers for Level 1 ballet?
Primary C provides the technical and artistic foundation needed for a successful transition into Level 1. Students develop stronger work habits, increased focus, improved coordination, and a deeper understanding of classical ballet principles through the American Ballet Theatre® National Training Curriculum.
Where can I find ballet classes for children ages 7 to 9 in Miami?
Ayala Ballet Conservatory offers children's ballet classes at select campuses throughout Miami, including Brickell, Coconut Grove, Miami Beach, and Edgewater. Families may review the current schedule to find the most convenient location.
How much do ballet classes for 7 to 9 year olds cost?
Tuition begins at $160 per month for one class per week.
Two classes per week are available for $250 per month.
Three classes per week are available for $350 per month.
A non-refundable $100 registration fee and $90 uniform fee are due upon enrollment.
What should my child wear to a Primary C ballet class?
Primary C students wear the official Ayala Ballet Conservatory Primary C uniform, pink and white ankle socks, and pink canvas ballet shoes. Hair should be secured neatly in a classical ballet bun.
Do you offer ballet classes for children preparing for conservatory training?
Yes. Primary C is specifically designed to prepare students for the transition into conservatory-level ballet training. Students receive structured instruction that develops the technical skills, discipline, and confidence needed for continued advancement.
Do children need to audition for Primary C ballet?
No audition is required for Primary C. Students are placed according to age, developmental readiness, and previous experience when applicable. Enrollment is accepted on a rolling basis as space permits.