“The academy is amazing. Each teacher is not only an amazing dancer, but a patient and kind teacher. They know and use their technique every day and help the students learn to appreciate the skill and dedication it takes to hone their craft. I am so glad we found this amazing company—my son has learned so much!”
— BFan Academy Parent

Who’s your dancer?

DANCE LESSONS ARE ABOUT (SO) MORE THAN JUST POSITIONS. IN DANCE, KIDS LEARN LIFE SKILLS: CONFIDENCE, SELF-SPACE, SAFE EXPRESSION. DANCE IGNITES IMAGINATION. BALLET FANTASTIQUE IS YOUR BOUTIQUE PROFESSIONAL DANCE TRAINING SCHOOL IN EUGENE.

WE LOVE WHAT WE DO. WE CAN’T WAIT TO DANCE WITH YOU!

 

dancers of academy of ballet fantastique || photo: gustavo ramirez

 

Fall dance starts Sept. 11, 2023
Dance lessons in Eugene for kids ages 2+

Sept. 11, 2023–June 16, 2024 || DANCE WITH US!

“Ballet Fantastique has provided a loving, welcoming environment where my three-year-old thrives. She adores her teacher...Lucy looks forward to her classes with feverish excitement and anticipation. They do a great job of keeping her focused and on task in a kind, caring, and supportive manner. This has been an exceptionally positive experience. This is a great ballet academy and all those who work for BFan are true pros :)”
— Lily, parent of Lucy, age 3

Welcome to our boutique professional dance training school! Registration is ongoing on a first-come, first served basis until classes fill to capacity. When a class reaches CAPACITY, dancers will be put on a waitlist. ADVANCE REGISTRATION HIGHLY RECOMMENDED | REACH OUT WITH QUESTIONS—we’re here to help :)

CONTACT: academy[AT]balletfantastique.org // 541-342-4611

Bitsy Ballet (ages 2-3)

Magic, fun and movement. Especially designed for the pre-school student, this unique class uses imaginative dance class games to develop body coordination (balance, muscle isolation, fine and gross motor skills), their own storytelling and creativity, and social and classroom skills (taking turns and following directions). Limited class size.

  • 2023-2024 Class Time Options & Studios:

    • Bitsy Ballet Wednesday mornings 9:30-10 am @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene wait list only

      • Class full! Email academy@balletfantastique.org to be put on the waitlist

    • Bisty Ballet Saturday mornings 9:45-10:15 am @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene NEW OPENINGS!

  • Monthly Tuition: $60 for 1 class/wk or $110 for 2 classes/wk (discounted 10% when paid for the full year or 5% when paid by the term)

  • Professional Ballet Dancers & Instructors: Ms. Elizabeth & Ms. Ana

Twinkling Stars (ages 3-5)

Young Dancer Program Level I. The joys of creative motion as young dancers build strength and develop creative thinking, rhythm + musicality, and personal expression through ballet basics. Students will begin to learn positions of the feet and introductory dance steps and vocabulary. Limited class size.

  • 2023-2024 Class Time Options & Studios:

    • Twinkling Stars Monday afternoons 3:45-4:30 pm @ CCD Studio, 960 Oak St., Eugene

    • Twinkling Stars Wednesday afternoons 4-4:45 pm @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

    • Twinkling Stars Saturday mornings 9-9:45 am @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

  • Monthly tuition: $60 for 1 class/wk or $108 for 2 classes/wk (discounted 10% when paid for the full year or 5% when paid by the term)

  • Professional Ballet Dancers & Instructors: Ms. Lucy & Ms. Ana

RISING Stars (ages 5-7)

Young Dancer Program Level II. A slightly more accelerated creative motion class filled with fun as young dancers build strength and develop creative thinking, rhythm + musicality, and personal expression through ballet basics. Students will begin to learn positions of the feet and introductory dance steps and vocabulary. Limited class size.

Opportunity to perform in company shows:

  • 2023-2024 Class Time Options & Studios:

    • Rising Stars Monday afternoons 4-4:45 pm @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

    • Rising Stars Wednesday afternoons 4-4:45 pm @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

    • Rising Stars Saturday mornings 9-9:45 am @ CCD Studio, 960 Oak St., Eugene almost full

  • Monthly Tuition:

    • $60 for 1 class/wk, $108 for 2 classes/wk or $142 for 3 class/wk (discounted 10% when paid for the full year or 5% when paid by the term)

  • Professional Ballet Dancers & Instructors: Ms. Ana & Ms. Lucy

ENRICHMENT CLASSES (AGES 6+)

JAZZ
An exciting classical jazz class that challenges dancers to travel across space and train their musicality in a variety of genres from Broadway to pop. Class includes a dynamic warm-up, across the floor work, and center combinations.

  • Tuesday afternoons 5-5:45 pm @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

  • Monthly Tuition: $60/month (10% multi-class discount when enrolled in another class)

  • Professional Ballet Dancer & Instructor: Ms. Brooke

CHARACTER
A unique character class that teaches dancers how to work turn-in and turn-out more symmetrically (promotes healthy hips/knees), integrates a new style of self expression through dance, and promotes the importance of community and teamwork. Class includes a dynamic warm-up, across the floor work, and center combinations.

  • Friday evenings 5-5:30 pm @ Annex Studio, 60 E. 10th Ave., Eugene

  • Monthly Tuition: $52/month (10% multi-class discount when enrolled in another class)

  • Professional Ballet Dancer & Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth

Accelerated training program

for kids ages 6+

Ballet Brilliante (ages 6+, by PLACEMENT audition) — ALMOST FULL

Young Dancer Program Level III. We've re-imagined this special accelerated training program to rival the country's top training schools. In Ballet Brilliante, young artists and athletes build coordination, flexibility, strength, discipline, and confidence. This unique program also provides a necessary foundation for students who may wish to continue serious ballet training in the future. Both classes per week are required. Limited class size.

Opportunity to perform in company shows:

2023-2024 Class Times & Studios:

  • Tuesdays

  • AND FRIDAYS

  • Monthly Tuition: $208/month (discounted 10% when paid for the full year or 5% when paid by the term)

  • Professional Ballet Dancers & Instructors: Ms. Elizabeth & Ms. Brooke

    Quotes from Ballet Fantastique's Brilliante students:

    "You should do this class because you'll get stronger" (Lucy, age 7)
    "When I do this class I feel the muscles in my arms and legs growing!" (Jakob, age 8)

Need help choosing a class?

Contact our team, and we will personally guide you to what's right for you!
Have an older dancer age 6+? Contact us!

contact: academy[at]balletfantastique.org or 541-342-4611. We’re here to help!

TWINKLING stars (ages 3-5) at academy of ballet fantastique // photo: steph urso

BITSY BALLET (AGES 2-3) AT ACADEMY OF BALLET FANTASTIQUE // PHOTO: STEPH URSO

BALLET BRILLIANTE (AGES 6+) AT ACADEMY OF BALLET FANTASTIQUE // PHOTO: GUSTAVO RAMIREZ

Rising stars (ages 5-7) at academy of ballet fantastique // photo: steph urso

 

What parents have to say

“Ballet Fantastique is top-notch, along with attention to detail, first-rate instruction, and that age-appropriate dash of imagination and sparkle!”

—Janna, parent of Anne and Kate, ages 6 and 4

"Thank you so much for teaching Isabel during her first year and a half of ballet. She has come a long way from that shy girl who used to cry in class! She has really blossomed with your patient and loving teaching style. She has also received excellent technical training. We will forever be grateful to you!"

—Deb, parent of Isabel, age 7

What to wear/bring

Class Dress Code:

  • Ladies: Leotard (uniform leotard will be provided to you with Registration Fee); Pink or flesh-toned footed tights; Pink or flesh-toned ballet shoes.

  • Gentlemen: Black tights/leggings or shorts; White T-shirt or leotard (uniform leotard will be provided to you with Registration Fee); White socks; Black ballet shoes

  • NOTE: We recommend that dancers come to the studio with dance clothes on, ready to dance. However, students should wear appropriate street shoes for travel to/from the studio: ballet slippers should never be worn outside, and a cover-up should always be worn.

  • Please label dance slippers and other dance equipment with student initials, so that they can be returned to you if left behind!

  • Dancers are also welcome to bring a water bottle (again, please label with initials :)

  • To help dancers focus: Hair should be pulled neatly back; no jewelry, please!

  • Street shoes are not permitted in the studio on the professional dance floor; please note that we ask everyone (parents and kids alike) to remove street shoes in the waiting area to keep the floor where our young children stretch and put on their shoes clean and safe. Thanks for your understanding!

Dance studio courtesies

  • Try your best to always be on time for class.

  • Strollers should be folded whenever possible and should not be left blocking walkways.

  • We appreciate your help in keeping the studio clean and safe.

  • Valuables should not be left unattended. Ballet Fantastique is not responsible for lost articles.

  • NOTE: Over the course of many years of dance education, we’ve found that children do best in dance class when parents and family members leave the studio (and waiting area space) during class to maximize focus and minimize distraction for all young students. Thank you for helping us promote student learning!

Tuition & discounts

  • Family Discount: 10% off for each additional dancer from the same family

  • Referral Credit: $25 when a new student registers and mentions your referral

  • No cash refunds are offered.

  • A nonrefundable annual Registration Fee ($55) will be collected at the time or registration and thereafter, annually at time of registration. Fee includes a professional Ballet Fantastique uniform leotard for ladies or athletic uniform leotard for gentlemen.

  • Please note that all classes are subject to change. BFan reserves the right to cancel or change classes based on enrollment, in which case, a refund of remaining tuition will be paid to you.