Q: How do I register? *Registration will open Spring 2023 for the upcoming season
A: We have made it easy! Click here on the Registration tab. You will be directed to our registration page. Follow the steps to register your dancer and schedule of classes will be listed. Note that only the classes that are available in your dancers age group will be eligible to join. Dancers registering for the Professional Training Program will be added to a wait list for approval from the director. Once approved, a confirmation email will be sent.

Q. How to pay Tuition?
A. Tuition can be paid Upfront in Full (Payable directly through your dancers DSP account)
OR
Monthly (Payable directly through your dancers DSP account)
Tuition is prorated to include all holidays & breaks.
All pricing is subject to HST.

Q. Are there any extra fees?
A. Extra Fees are dependant on individual add on’s and are not mandatory for all students, these ad on’s include: Performance Participation, Performance Ticket Purchases, Competition Participation & accompanying fees (If Selected, PTP Only), Private Lessons (If desired), Niagara Ballet School Apparel, Uniform Requirements, Costume Fees (competition & gala only, NO costume fees for Nutcracker & Cinderella) All Pricing is subject to HST.

Q: When can my dancer begin pointe work?
A: Dancers typically begin Pointe between the ages 9-13. This is dependent on each individual students facility & training. The teacher will check for correct body position and alignment, sufficient turnout, strength and balance, and mastery of basic ballet techniques. Teachers will inform a student when they’re ready to begin pointe work. In order to be able to dance on pointe, a dancer must have had time to achieve the form, strength, and alignment needed to make a successful transition into pointe work. Proper technique is required to be able to properly rise on the toes without risks of injury. Dancers are encouraged to train a minimum of 3 days per week if wishing to begin pointe work.

Q: Who can join the Professional Training Program.
A: Dancers must audition for this program, if wishing to join the PTP you will email inquire for an assessment class. During this class, the Director will determine if the PTP is the right place for your dancer. The PTP is designed for dancers wishing to receive a professional level of training as an extracurricular activity or potential career. Dancers must perform in all school shows & give their full commitment to the program & classes.

Q: Part Time Professional Program VS Full Time Professional Program.
A: Full Time Students: participate in all classes & genres for their level. Training between 4-6 days weekly. Some Dancers in this program have the goal of a professional career or wish to train as a full time Ballet student for their extracurricular activity.

Part Time Students: participate in 2-4 classes weekly, additional genre classes are optional. Dancers in the Part Time Program can train at a competitive studio in addition to their ballet training with NBS. Part Time students utilize our program to better their technique for their individual goals.

Q: Who can join the Recreational Training Program?
A: EVERYONE! Ages 2-100! Our recreational program provides the same quality of training & curriculum used for our professional programs. This program allows dancers to pick & choose what they’d like to participate in, from classes to performances. Dancers in this program are training as an extracurricular activity. Fun & training are at the forefront of our recreational program!

Q: Who can compete?
A: Dancers wishing to compete must train in our professional program. You may inquire or be invited to join competitions. Some dancers competing will be selected for national competitions per the discretion of the director, while the majority will compete at regional competitions. *Competitions are used as an opportunity for stage time & one on one coaching experience for our dancers. We are proud of every dancer regardless of placement and scoring. We pride ourselves on NOT being a competitive studio. Niagara Ballet School believes the daily progress of each student to be priority & we place no merit on competitions. All students & parents must adapt this mentality if wishing to compete with our school.

Q. Can my dancer be moved into a different level or program during the season?
A. Yes! We are always looking & evaluating our students, moving up a level is always a possibility. We ensure every dancer is placed in the best suited class for their individual growth.

Q: What does my dancer wear to class?
A: Each class has a required uniform, please visit the uniform tab on our website for more info!

Q: Who can participate in school performances?
A: All Niagara Ballet School students are encouraged to participate in school performances! Invaluable stage time, lasting memories & opportunities for all!
We also welcome dancers from outside studios & schools to join our performances. An audition is required for all dancers to be placed in a performance. Each performance has a participation fee.
*Performances are MANDATORY for Professional Program students.

Q. How many performances does the school perform each year?
A. We usually perform 2-3 shows each year. Winter Show; The Nutcracker, Spring Show; Cinderella, Summer Show; Recital.