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Front Range Classical Ballet Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Ballet school in Fort Collins, Colorado
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Phone +1 970-980-8425
- Website & schedule frcballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“After 11 years at another studio my daughter has grown by leaps and bounds in her confidence and ability in just one year with Ixchel.”
“Ixchel always exceeds them—in the group classes I’ve taken with her and especially in private lessons!”
“I have often had a hard time finding good coaches who are willing to work with my disability, but Ixchel is among the best coaches I have had!”
What families & students say
“Ixchel is great at explaining corrections and teaching proper technique, which I greatly appreciate as someone who is returning to ballet after a few years off.”
“I started ballet with no experience at the age of 37 and I have seen myself improve so much because the atmosphere at the studio is so welcoming, affirming and collaborative.”
“After 11 years at another studio my daughter has grown by leaps and bounds in her confidence and ability in just one year with Ixchel.”
“) In addition to being an outstanding instructor and amazing ballerina, she is also one of the kindest and most caring people I’ve ever met!”
“Even at the beginning levels, I am able to take several classes per week and have had the opportunity to join performances.”
“Ixchel and the other instructors are professional and friendly, and very knowledgeable.”
From the reviews
At FRCBA, careful attention is paid to improving the technique of each and every student regardless of age or skill. I started ballet with no experience at the age of 37 and I have seen myself improve so much because the atmosphere at the studio is so welcoming, affirming and collaborative.
I found FRCBA a year ago when looking for a ballet school that would allow adult dancers to receive the same degree of training as a younger student. Ixchel and the other instructors are professional and friendly, and very knowledgeable.
As a lifelong dancer, I’ve had many instructors...Ixchel is BY FAR the BEST! I’ve also been a dance instructor and have a Masters in Education, so my expectations for quality instruction are extremely high. Ixchel always exceeds them—in the group classes I’ve taken with her and especially in private lessons!
I started classes here as a beginner a year ago. It has been amazing. Ixchel is a fantastic teacher with an amazing ability to give students individual instruction even in a class setting. I was hoping for detailed classes with a strong focus on technique, and those hopes were definitely exceeded.
Your first ballet class at Front Range Classical Ballet Academy
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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