Adult Division
Whether you are looking for a great new work out, or want to fine tune your classical technique, Schramel Conservatory of Dance offers all levels of adult ballet classes on an ongoing basis. Classes $18 each, and reduced rates for professionals are available.
“As an adult beginner, ballet is my workout, my art, and my meditation all in one.”
— Lauren, adult ballet student
Adult Class Offerings
Click on Register Online to see current class availability and register online for a class. Single Class: $18
Summer Schedule 2025: June 2nd- July 17th
Evening Open Classes:
Monday: Int/Adv Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Monday: Beg. Adult Ballet: 6:30-7:45pm
Thursday: Adult Beg/Int Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Thursday: Int/Adv Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Adult Summer Intensive
Dates: July 21st - August 1st
Time: 5:45-8:45pm Monday - Friday
Dancers are encouraged to participate in both weeks to build material throughout the entire intensive. Dancers who cannot commit to both weeks may sign up for weeks individually. Minimum of two years ballet experience suggested for participation. No experience required in alternative dance styles. Contact us for questions regarding placement.
Pricing: 2 Week Program:
Earlybird : $450 (through May 31st)
Regular : $500 (June 1st Onward)
Pricing: 1 Week Program
Earlybird : $250 (through May 31st)
Regular : $300 (June 1st Onward)
To Register:
Daily Schedule (Subject to Change)
5:45-7:15pm: Ballet Technique
7:20-7:40pm: Rotating Class*
7:45-8:45pm: Rotating Class*
*Rotating Classes may include Contemporary, Character, Broadway Jazz, Ballet Repertoire, Pointe (if appropriate), Mime, Injury Prevention, and Dance History.
Fall Schedule 2025: Start Date August 25th
Morning Open Classes (Limited Space Available)
Wednesday: Int/Adv Ballet: 10:00-11:30am (Denise)
Friday: Adv Ballet: 10:00-11:30am (Oliver or Faculty)
Saturday: Int/Adv Ballet: 10:00-11:30am (Marjorie/Greg Schramel)
Evening Open Classes:
Monday: Int/Adv Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Monday: Beg. Adult Ballet: 6:30-7:45pm
Tuesday: Adult Beg/Int Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Tuesday: Teen/Adult Contemporary 6:30-8:00pm
Wednesday: Int/Adv Ballet POINTE: 6:30-8:00pm
Thursday: Int/Adv Ballet: 6:30-8:00pm
Please check our social media for information on pop-up contemporary classes run by Maya Taylor!
Pricing and Registration
Class Drop-In (Regular Semester): $18
To ensure that class sizes remain limited, all students must pre-enroll through our online system.
New Students:
If you are new to the studio, you will need to fill out or bring a completed registration/release form upon arrival for your first class.
Dress Code
There is no specific dress code for adult classes. We encourage comfortable clothing such as leotards, tights, and leggings or athletic wear. Canvas or leather ballet slippers are required. All dancewear and supplies can be found at Carmel’s Dancewear in Metairie.
Class Protocols
All classes must be registered in advance.
Morning Classes: Door will open no later than 9:45am and outer door will be locked at 10am (No Late Entry)
Evening Classes: Door will open no later than 6:15pm, door will be locked at 6:30pm (No Late Entry).
All students must register and pay for class in advance. Enrollment is open until class start time, however, any cancellations must be made through the website 6 hours before class start (otherwise, you will still be charged for class). Once you enroll for a class, the bottom of your confirmation email will have have instructions on how to reschedule or cancel your class purchase if necessary.