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OPEN
Electives


The Academy’s Open Electives feature flexible and diverse class options for students ages 10 – 17. The elective courses are designed to support students who may be interested in a single class as an enhancement to other pursuits or who are looking to design a more individualized course schedule.

OPEN TO STUDENTS AGES 10-17 AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2026.

Registration for 2026-2027 Academy Programs opens June 10! Current students receive early access beginning May 27.

Open Electives

About Open Electives

Open Elective classes are open to all students ages 10 – 17 desiring to explore unique dance styles, requiring more flexible class schedules or seeking to augment their training with additional courses.

Students may enroll in a single class or multiple based on their goals or objectives. Formal placement is not required. Enrollment is for the full Academy Year (August – May). All classes take place in person at the Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance.

Class Offerings

Beginning BalletThursday
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Intermediate BalletWednesday
6:45 – 8:15 PM
Musical TheaterMonday
4:45 – 5:45 PM

Tuition

Full Academy Year Tuition (60 Minute Class)$755
Full Academy Year Tuition (90 Minute Class)$855
Each Additional 60 Minute Class$655
Each Additional 90 Minute Class$755
Registration Fee (Per Family)$50

Please Note: Payment plans are available. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Welcome!

REGISTRATION


Registration for the 2025-2026 Academy Season opens June 10!

DRESS CODE + UNIFORMs

students in dress code
  • Community Division Academy Leotard in Black*
  • Ballet pink or flesh-toned convertible tights (Ballet classes)
  • Ballet pink or flesh-toned ballet slippers (Ballet classes)
  • Black tights, jazz pants or shorts (Jazz, Musical Theater and Street Dance classes)
  • Black jazz shoes (Jazz and Musical Theater classes)
  • Sneakers (Street Dance classes)
  • Hair pulled back and neatly secured

OR

  • Academy Dance Shirt in White
  • Black tights or leggings (Ballet classes)
  • White socks (Ballet classes)
  • White ballet shoes (Ballet classes)
  • Black tights, jazz pants or shorts (Jazz, Musical Theater and Street Dance classes)
  • Black jazz shoes (Jazz and Musical Theater classes)
  • Sneakers (Street Dance classes)
  • Hair neatly styled and away from face
students in dress code

*Students may select between the tank and long-sleeve leotards. Preparatory, Young Dancer and Advanced Division students participating in Community Division classes may wear their PD, YD or AD Academy leotard for classes.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

cbacademy@cballet.org
513-562-1111

LOCATION

1801 Gilbert Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45202