Modern Vision. Timeless Technique.
Training Ages 3 - 18
Open Enrollment
2026–2027 Ballet Enrollment Is Open
Join City Ballet of Maryland for a season of dance training, growth, and performance opportunities for dancers of all levels. Classes begin September 2026. Space is limited.
Why Families Choose City Ballet of Maryland
Our History
Established in 2016, City Ballet of Maryland (previously Ballet Nouveau School) has been providing dance education and training to students for almost a decade.
Our Faculty
Professional Ballet Training in a Supportive Environment. Our faculty consists of highly trained and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing quality dance education to our students. They have performed and taught in some of the most prestigious ballet companies and schools in the world.
Our Curriculum
Our Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in ballet technique, while also allowing students to explore their creativity and develop their artistry in contemporary, jazz, modern dance. We offer classes for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Ages 3 & up! kids ballet
Find the Right Ballet Class for Your Child
Ages 3–5 | Pre-Ballet
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
Ages 6–9 | Children’s Ballet
A joyful first step into the world of ballet. Our children’s dance classes in Baltimore introduce young dancers to movement, music, coordination, classroom skills, and creativity in a nurturing environment designed especially for young beginners.
City Ballet of Maryland provides age-appropriate kids ballet classes in Baltimore where dancers build confidence, friendships, and a love for the arts.
Ages 6–9 | Children’s Ballet
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
Ages 6–9 | Children’s Ballet
Build a strong foundation at one of the leading ballet schools in Baltimore. This level introduces classical ballet technique while keeping classes engaging, age-appropriate, and fun.
Dancers develop posture, coordination, musicality, confidence, and the discipline needed for continued growth in ballet training.
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
Designed for dancers ready to strengthen their technique and begin preparing for future pointe work. Our pointe preparation program in Baltimore focuses on proper alignment, strength, ballet fundamentals, and safe progression.
As a pre-professional ballet program in Maryland, we help dancers find the right training pathway based on experience, goals, and readiness.
Ages 13–17 | Teen Beginner Ballet
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Ages 9–12 | Pointe Pathway Assessment
A welcoming ballet option for teens who are new to dance or returning after time away. These ballet classes in Baltimore focus on building confidence, vocabulary, strength, flexibility, and classical technique in a supportive beginner-friendly environment.
It’s never too late to begin your ballet journey.
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Not sure which class is the best fit? Schedule a placement class at City Ballet of Maryland and our faculty will help guide your dancer into the appropriate level based on age, experience, goals, and readiness.
Whether your dancer is beginning ballet for the first time or looking for advanced training, we’ll help create the right pathway.
Adult Ballet
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Not Sure Where to Start? | Placement Class
Discover the joy of ballet at any age with our adult ballet classes in Baltimore. Designed for beginner through experienced dancers, classes focus on classical technique, strength, flexibility, posture, and artistry in a welcoming community environment.
Whether you’re returning to dance or stepping into the studio for the first time, there’s a place for you at the barre.
Pointe Pathway Placement Assessment
For dancers ages 9–12 interested in strengthening their ballet technique, preparing for pointe, or joining City Ballet of Maryland for the 2026–2027 season.
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