The Ballet Conservatory of South Texas follows a written curriculum especially designed using the American Contemporary style of ballet.  The curriculum was written by Jamie Lyn Witts, a company member of Ballet Austin and instructor at Ballet Austin Academy.

The curriculum is formatted for individual achievement that provides each student the training that they need.  Promotions are based on completing the syllabus for each level and twice yearly evaluation.

BALLET LEVELS

Pre-Ballet 1 (ages 3-4 years)  45 minutes/week
Instruction is designed to introduce children to the dynamics of music and dance.

Pre-Ballet 2 (ages 5-6 years)  45 minutes/week
Instruction is designed to introduce the fundamentals of ballet, including ballet terminology, steps, and positions.

Ballet 1 - 6 (ages 7-21 years)  1 to 8 hour(s)/week
Beginning ballet through advanced levels.  Pointe work, variations, and partnering are introduced as students progress through the curriculum.  Students reaching 11 years of age are eligible for Company auditions.