Frequently Asked Questions

Find information on registration, dress code, appropriate class levels, and more.

How do I register?

Contact us to get recommendations for a free trial class. Please fill out the registration form and bring it with you to your trial class. Following the class, you will discuss with Ixchel the appropriate placement and classes that will correspond with your goals. A guide to levels can be found here.

Where are you located?

Our beautiful new location is at 3501 South Mason St, Unit#1, Fort Collins, CO. We have one large studio and one small studio, both with custom-built sprung dance floors for prevention of chronic foot, leg, and back injuries.

As an adult just starting ballet for the first time, will I fit in here or will I have to take classes filled with young children?

FRCBA has a large population of adults in the studio, many of whom are beginners or near-beginners. You are sure to find a welcoming home here and not feel out of place. We have had beginners here starting in their 60's! All students are welcomed, appreciated, and given the time and attention they need to achieve their realistic goals. 

As an experienced adult dancer, how will I fit in here?

FRCBA is proud to have a high percentage of adult dancers of all ages, abilities and experience levels. There are classes appropriate for adults of all technique levels, including advanced dancers. Many students who have come here as adults have developed deep and lasting friendships with their classmates and have found a great deal of fulfillment and joy in taking class and performing with FRCBA.

What is the Dress Code?

Petite Ballerinas

  • Female dancers (ages 6 and under):

    • Solid colored leotards

    • Pink or skin-tone tights (may be omitted during warmer months)

    • Pink or skin-tone ballet slippers

    • Ballet skirts (may be disallowed on certain occasions)

    • Hair pulled out of face in a ballet bun, pony/piggy tales, or 1/2 back, if shorter

  • Female dancers (ages 7+):

    • The above dress code

    • Tights are mandatory

    • Ballet buns are mandatory

Dancers 18 & Under

  • Dark solid color leotards

  • Pink or skin tone tights

  • Pink or skin tone ballet slippers and/or pointe shoes

  • Short ballet skirts (may be disallowed on certain occasions)

  • Warm-ups may ONLY be worn for the first 2 exercises at barre on cold days

Dancers 19 & Older

  • As much as you are comfortable with, you are encouraged to follow the above dress code

  • Tight-fitting clothing that will allow the teacher to see the student's form and allows full range of motion

All Ages

  • Long hair should be neatly secured against the head in a traditional ballet bun or some similar style that keeps the hair off the neck

  • Ponytails are NOT adequate

  • Jewelry should be minimum and should not be dangly

  • For partnering classes, all jewelry should be removed

Male Dancers

  • White t-shirt

  • Black bike shorts or plain colored sweat pants

  • Black ballet slippers

Is this curriculum appropriate for my dancer’s age and abilities?

  • Pre-Ballet Ages 3-5:  We work on jumps, hops, skips, leaps, chasses, and other loco-motor movements. Some tumbling skills such as forward/backward rolls, cartwheels and bridges may be practiced for flexibility and strength in core and upper body. We use imagination, props, storytelling, dynamics, and space exploration to teach young dancers about movement and creativity within set boundaries.

  • Intro to Ballet Ages 6-9: Dancers begin their classical training at the ballet barre with growing focus and attention to body awareness and placement. Freedom to move within boundaries given is practiced at the end of each class.

  • Ages 7+: Dancers are taught classical ballet curriculum based on Vaganova technique. Students will be taken to the level of pointe work and pre-professional depending upon their commitment level.

How do I drop off/pick up my dancer?

Please bring dancers no more than 10 minutes early to class. We have other classes finishing and it is very distracting to have people coming into the studio. The front door opens into the studio area.

Shoes must be removed at the door to keep our dance floor clean. Dancers' shoes and belongings are to be taken to the dressing room and gathered after class.

 Please take your dancer to the restroom before class (first door on the left). Be sure they can manage that alone as instructors will not be able to help during class, unless a problem occurs.