Enrollment Policy
New students interested in enrolling in classes for the 2024-2025 school year at Fomkin Ballet Academy are welcome to sign up in our Family Portal. Please email us (fomkinballetacademy@gmail.com) if you have any registration questions.
PRE-BALLET DIVISION
Please sign up in our Family Portal first to enroll in our Ballet Beginner program. Then, select the option which works best for you.
UPPER DIVISION
All prospective Upper Division students (age 10 and above) must undergo a PLACEMENT AUDITION to ensure they are correctly placed within our programs. The faculty at Fomkin Ballet Academy thoroughly evaluates all aspects before accepting students into our Upper Division classes.
Please register for the audition online (you can select the option “Schedule Trial” at a day and time that works best for you). You will receive the invitation for the Audition. The audition fee is $40 and can be paid in cash before the class. Please email us (fomkinballetacademy@gmail.com) if you have any questions regarding placement. Once you are positioned correctly, you will be sent an invitation to register for class through the Family Portal. Students will be promoted/placed in class/program according to their progress and ability, not grade and age alone.
ADULT CLASSES
To enroll, please sign up on the Family Portal. Then, select one or more drop-in classes at a convenient date and time.
BALLET BARRE & GRACE (Cameron Park, CA): DROP-IN is $25, 10-class package is $200.
BALLET BARRE & GRACE (Los Gatos, CA): DROP-IN is $40, 10-class package is $350.
Classes must be paid for in cash or via PayPal/Zelle/Venmo before the class.
Please take note of the following dress code for the audition:
- Girls should wear a leotard of any color, along with pink ballet shoes and tights.
Boys are expected to wear a solid-colored leotard or fitted T-shirt, black or grey tights, and black or white ballet shoes.
- Students who do not identify as male or female can choose from the above options.
- Please avoid wearing warm-ups, skirts, or baggy clothing.
PRIVATE CLASSES or ONLINE CLASSES with ALEKSEI FOMKIN
can be booked via email: fomkinballetacademy@gmail.com
For the Pre-Ballet and Upper divisions, the tuition rates for the 2024-2025 period reflect the total number of classes attended per week by all students, which is averaged over the period, excluding national holidays. The tuition remains the same regardless of the number of classes in a month. The payment is to be made monthly without exception.
A group must have at least four students enrolled to remain on the schedule. If a group is not completed, we will ensure that all the enrolled students are placed in another group at their level.
UPPER DIVISION: Each person's audition non-refundable fee (TRIAL CLASS) is $40. You can pay it in cash before the audition. Attendance for the audition is limited to once.
For households with multiple enrolled children, a 10% discount is applied to the tuition of all children.
The annual non-refundable registration fee for every student is $99.00. There is no annual registration fee for adult classes.
The non-refundable registration fee for Winter Intensive programs is $25.00. There is no additional registration fee for FBA-enrolled students.
Space will be held for students upon payment of the registration fee.
Due to limited classroom space, Fomkin Ballet Academy does not offer make-up classes, credits, or refunds for missed classes. We also do not prorate tuition for missed lessons. Enrolling at the beginning of the school year ensures your place for the entire education period. However, tuition will be prorated by month for students enrolling mid-year.
TUITION and other FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Please email if you have concerns: fomkinballetacademy@gmail.com
Ballet Skills and Proficiency Certification Levels:
Ballet Beginner
Requirements: Minimum 200 hours per year / 2 years / Ages 8-10
Proficiency: Knowledge and mastery of the basic fundamentals of classical dance (preliminary proficiency in bar exercises), ballet gymnastics, and stretching.
Ballet 1 Junior
Requirements: Minimum 200 hours per year / 2 years / Ages 10-12
Proficiency: Knowledge and mastery of basic classical dance exercises (beginner proficiency in bar technique, center work, jumps, and pointe), historical dance, simple variations from classical ballets, ballet gymnastics, and stretching.
Ballet 2 Apprentice
Requirements: Minimum 200 hours per year / 2 years / Ages 13-14
Proficiency: Knowledge and mastery of classical dance exercises (advanced proficiency in bar technique, center work, jumps, and pointe), historical and character dances, medium-difficulty variations from classical ballets, ballet gymnastics, and stretching.
Ballet 3 Pre-professional
Requirements: Minimum 200 hours per year / 2 years / Ages 15+
Proficiency: Knowledge and mastery of classical dance exercises (pre-professional proficiency in bar technique, center work, jumps, and pointe), historical and character dances, high-difficulty variations from classical ballets, ballet gymnastics, and stretching. Additionally, foundational knowledge of teaching methods for basic classical dance (preliminary and beginner levels), ballet gymnastics, and stretching. This level grants the right to teach the fundamentals of classical dance, ballet gymnastics, and stretching.
“Ballet Barre & Grace” (18+)
Location: Los Gatos, Ca
SUNDAY 10:00-11:00 am
NO ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE!
DROP-IN $40
10 CLASSES $350!
Location: Cameron Park, Ca
SATURDAY 10:30-11:30 am
NO ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE!
DROP-IN $25
10 CLASSES $200!
To enroll, please sign up on the Family Portal. Then, select one or more drop-in classes at a convenient date and time. Classes must be paid for in cash or via PayPal/Zelle/Venmo before the class.
This specially designed program blends classical ballet and fitness elements. “Ballet Barre & Grace” is more than just a way to stay physically fit; it also serves as a source of psychological balance, emotional well-being, and spiritual enrichment.
1. Physical Fitness and Flexibility:
Ballet helps maintain body flexibility, posture, and muscle tone. It enhances joint mobility and preserves the elasticity of ligaments and muscles. The focus on proper posture and body alignment in ballet strengthens the back and abdominal muscles, contributing to a youthful physique and helping to prevent or slow down age-related changes.
2. Muscle Strength and Tone:
Ballet exercises involve using your body weight, which strengthens the legs, glutes, back, and abs muscles. This not only keeps the body toned but also helps counteract age-related changes.
3. Brain Stimulation:
The process of memorizing and performing complex movements, maintaining self-control of the body, rhythm, and music, and receiving corrections from the instructor stimulates cognitive functions, enhancing memory and concentration.
4. Coordination and Balance:
Ballet enhances coordination and balance, which helps prevent injuries in daily life, improves gait, and reduces the risk of falls.
5. Improved Body Awareness:
Ballet demands awareness and control of every movement, helping you better understand your body and improve your self-image.
6. Cardiovascular Benefits:
While ballet exercises may not appear as intense, they significantly improve cardiovascular function, which is especially important for maintaining good health after age 30.
7. Mental Health:
Ballet classes help reduce stress levels and improve mood by focusing on movement and music, providing a welcome distraction from everyday life.
8. Cultural and Aesthetic Development:
Ballet nurtures a sense of beauty, fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of art, and provides inspiration and self-expression.
9. Self-Discipline and Confidence:
Regular training cultivates self-discipline and boosts self-confidence, positively impacting all areas of life.
10. Social Connections:
Participating in group ballet classes allows connecting with like-minded women, fostering new friendships, and building a supportive community.
