Verdi Class Schedule

Grade levels do not relate to a child’s grade level at school. See recommended ages below in the About Our Classes section.

Dancers who are new in the studio are typically invited to join a class that is suitable for them based on their age and prior experience. Final Class placement is determined by the Instructor.

Once a dancer is placed in a grade level, they will remain at this level throughout the season.

Registration for the Fall semester is now open.

About Our Classes

  • Our ballet program is our primary focus at Verdi Academy of Dance. It follows the internationally recognized Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus, emphasizing strong technical training, artistry, musicality, and healthy progression.

    The recommended ages are provided as a general guide. To ensure every dancer receives the best training, placement is determined by skill level, experience, and instructor recommendation.

    Our Ballet Faculty

    • Veronica Edwards, RAD Registered Teacher (RTS) – Founder and Artistic Director of Verdi Academy of Dance.

    • Elisa Orta, RAD Registered Teacher (RTS) – Studio Manager and RAD Registered Teacher.

    • Ariela Guerrero – Verdi Academy of Dance alumna.

    Classes

    • Melody Movement (Ages 3–5) – Veronica Edwards

    • Pre-Primary Ballet (Ages 6–7) – Elisa Orta

    • Primary Ballet (Ages 7-8) – Ariela Guerrero

    • Grade 1 Ballet (Ages 8-11) (placement required) – Elisa Orta

    • Grade 2 Ballet (Ages 9-11) (placement required) – Elisa Orta

    • Grade 3 Ballet (Ages 12-14) (placement required) – Elisa Orta

    • Grade 4 Ballet (Ages 12-15) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards

    • Grade 5 Ballet (Ages 13-16) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards

    • Grade 5 Pre-Pointe (Ages 13-16) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards

    • Intermediate Foundation (Ages 13-16) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards

    • Intermediate (Ages 14-18) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards

    • Advanced 1 Ballet (Ages 15+) (placement required) – Veronica Edwards & Elisa Orta

    • Adult Ballet – Veronica Edwards

  • Our modern and lyrical program develops versatility, creativity, musicality, and artistic expression while complementing classical ballet training. Our modern and lyrical classes are taught by Noelia De la Rosa, BA.

    Classes

    • Modern 1 (Ages 9-12) (placement required)

    • Modern 2 (Ages 12-15) (placement required)

    • Modern 3 (Ages 13-19) (placement required)

    • Lyrical (Ages 15+) (placement required)

  • Our adult classes provide a welcoming environment for dancers of all experience levels, whether returning to dance or trying dance for the first time.

    Our Adult Dance Faculty

    • Veronica Edwards, RAD Registered Teacher (RTS) – Founder and Artistic Director of Verdi Academy of Dance.

    • Carley Casey, MBA - Adult Modern Dance Instructor

    Classes

    • Adult Ballet – Veronica Edwards

    • Adult Modern – Carley Casey

  • Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is a specialized conditioning program designed to develop the strength, alignment, coordination, balance, and muscle memory needed to support healthy ballet technique and dancer development. Our PBT classes are taught by Verdi alumna, Candace Hayden.

    Classes

    • Intermediate Foundation PBT (placement required)

      • Must be enrolled in Intermediate Foundation Ballet

    • Intermediate PBT (placement required)

      • Must be enrolled in Intermediate Ballet

    • Advanced I PBT (placement required)

      • Must be enrolled in Advanced I Ballet