The Pinnacle of Classical Training
ADVANCED & PRE-PROFESSIONAL
Deepen your artistry and refine your technique within a high-caliber environment designed for students who wish to challenge themselves with high caliber classes and numberous professional quality performance opportunities. Our program has placed dancers in tor professional companies as well as top tier college programs where they earned merit scholarhips. Our program is not just for aspiring professionals howerver. We have a unique program that allows all those dancers who wish to pushe their training and to be a part of a strong pre-professional program.
Training for Tomorrow
The Advanced Division at Lilburn School of Ballet is designed for the serious student committed to achieving professional-level technique. Our curriculum focuses on refinement, artistic expression, and pre-professional preparation, guiding dancers through the complexities of pointe work, variations, and contemporary repertoire. Under the mentorship of our master instructors, students are challenged to exceed their perceived limits and prepare for a future in the professional dance world.
Advanced Division Benefits
Preparing dedicated dancers for a professional future with specialized resources and stage experience.
Performance Opportunities
Perfroamnce opportunities including corps de ballet, soloist and principle roles in full-length productions throughout the season.
Professional Guidance
Mentorship from faculty with professional company experience to navigate the dance industry.
College Preparedness
Support for college auditions, video resumes, and professional placement advising.
Advanced Division Classes
Rigorous training designed for the pre-professional student, focusing on technical mastery and artistic expression.
Advanced Division Schedule-Apprentice 1
Fall 2026 Season
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:15-6:45 PM
Jazz
6:15-7:15 PM
Modern
7:15-8:45 PM
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:45-Optional Ballet Class
4:30-5:15
Optional PBT
6:30-8
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:45- Optional Ballet Class
11:30-1-Ballet Technique
Advanced Division Schedule-Apprentice 2
Fall 2026 Season
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:15-6:45 PM
Jazz
6:15-7:15 PM
Modern
7:15-8:45 PM
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:45-Optional Ballet Class
4:30-5:15
Optional PBT
6:30-8
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:45- Optional Ballet Class
11:30-1-Ballet Technique
Advanced Division Schedule-Junior 1
Fall 2026 Season
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:30-7 PM
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:15 PM
Jazz
7:15-8:45-Optional Ballet Class
4:30-5:15
Optional PBT
5:15-6:15
Modern
7:15-8:45- Optional Ballet Class
11:30-1-Ballet Technique
6:30-8
Ballet Technique
Advanced Division Schedule-Junior 2
Fall 2026 Season
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:30-7 PM
Ballet Technique
7:15-8:15 PM
Jazz
7:15-8:45-Optional Ballet Class
4:30-5:15
Optional PBT
5:15-6:15
Modern
7:15-8:45- Ballet Technique
11:30-1-Ballet Technique
6:30-8
Ballet Technique
Advanced Division Schedule-Senior Apprentice
Fall 2026 Season
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
4-5:30PM
Ballet Technique
6:15-7:15 PM
Jazz
7:15-8:45-Optional Ballet Class
5:15-6:15
Modern
6:30-8
Ballet Technique
4:15-5:15- Classcial Variations-Optional
7:15-8:45- Ballet Technique
9:15-10:15-PBT
10:30-12-Ballet Technique
4:30-6- Ballet Technique
Advanced Division Schedule-Senior
Fall 2026 Season
4-5:30PM
Ballet Technique
6:15-7:15 PM
Jazz
Monday
4-5:30- Ballet Technique
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7:15-8:45- Ballet Technique-Optional
Tuesday
4-5:30
Ballet Technique
6:15-7:15
Modern
Wednesday
4:15-5:15- Classcial Variations-Optional
7:15-8:45- Ballet Technique-Optional
Thursday
Friday
9:15-10:15-PBT
10:30-12-Ballet Technique
Saturday
4:30-6- Ballet Technique
Excellence & Expectations FAQ
What are the core technical expectations for Advanced Division students?
Advanced students are expected to demonstrate consistent placement, core strength, and sophisticated musicality. Mastery of complex adagio and allegro combinations, as well as a refined understanding of classical épaulement, is required for level progression.
How many technique and pointe classes are required weekly?
Students in the Advanced Division follow a rigorous pre-professional schedule, typically including 5-6 technique classes per week, alongside dedicated pointe, Variations, and PBT as they progress through the program.
Are performance opportunities available for pre-professional students?
Yes. Advanced students frequently perform as soloists or corps de ballet with the Northeast Atlanta Ballet. We emphasize stage presence and professional conduct, providing numerous opportunities to perform classical repertory throughout the season.
Does the curriculum include Contemporary or Modern dance?
Absolutely. A versatile dancer is a successful dancer. Our advanced curriculum integrates Contemporary movement and Modern dance styles to enhance fluidity, expressiveness, and readiness for contemporary professional companies.
How does the school support students aiming for professional dance careers?
Beyond elite technical training, we provide audition preparation, guidance on summer intensive applications, and professional photography for portfolios. Our faculty leverages their professional networks to support students in their transition to careers or university programs.
How to Enroll
Admission to the Advanced Division is by audition only. We seek dedicated students with a strong foundation in classical technique and the professional discipline required for career-track training.
01
Schedule Placement Audition
Prospective students must complete an audition class to determine appropriate level placement within the Advanced Division curriculum.
02
Consultation with Master Teachers
Following the audition, students and parents meet with our faculty to discuss individual goals and performance company expectations.
03
Registration
Upon acceptance, final registration is completed through our studio portal to secure your placement in technical and elective classes.