Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
IBC offers a world-class Pre-Professional Program for students ages 8-19. Led by Founding Artistic Director Alyona Yakovleva-Randall and rooted in the Russian tradition, IBC’s program is based on the Vaganova method and is dedicated to elevating the artistry and technique of serious-minded students who strive for a well-rounded ballet education or a professional career in ballet. Graduates of the Pre-professional program have accepted offers from professional companies and top university programs around the country.
Students may contact the Admissions Director to arrange a visit and audition at our studio when classes are in session.
This program is divided into multiple levels: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4+
In addition, students gain performance experience in IBC’s two major annual productions and local festivals, one-on-one mentoring and instruction through optional private lessons for international competition preparation, along with career guidance and individualized attention from the IBC faculty within smaller class sizes. This program continues to grow in its prestige, and in just a few short years is now one of the most sought-after pre-professional programs for students seeking concentrated study from an unparalleled team of instructors.
Placement Required (typically ages 8-9).
Schedule:
Level 1: 3 Ballet Classes, Character, Tap/Musical Theatre, Jazz/Modern, Contemporary.
For best development and advancement, full curriculum (specifically of Ballet, Character, and Contemporary) is recommended.
Monday: 7:15-8:15pm- Ballet Technique, 8:15-8:45pm-Musical Theatre/Tap Combined
Thursday: 6:00-7:00pm-Ballet Technique, 7:00-7:30pm-Character
Saturday: 10:30-11:30am-Ballet Technique, 11:30-12:15pm-Jazz/Modern, 12:15-1:00 pm-Contemporary
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
Uniform for Ladies:
- Wear Moi Leotard, Style Emeline, Red
- Capezio pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes w/ ribbons attached and elastics removed
- Black tap shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black character skirt (knee-length)
Uniform for Gentlemen:
- White, fitted t-shirt
- Black tights
- Black ballet shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Dance belt (undergarment)
- Elastic belt (to be rolled into tights) or black elastic cumberband
Uniform items may be purchased at Kinney Dancewear or online.
Placement Required (typically ages 10-11).
Schedule:
3 Ballet technique classes, & Pre Pointe or Pointe Technique (student must be enrolled in 3 Ballet classes to enroll in Pre-pointe or pointe classes). Character, Jazz/Modern, Contemporary, Musical Theatre/Tap
For best development and advancement full curriculum (specifically Ballet, Character, and Contemporary) is recommended.
Monday: 5:00-6:30 pm Ballet Technique, 6:30-7:00 pm-Pre-Pointe /Pointe, 7:00-7:45 pm Modern/Jazz (semester of each)
Wednesday: 5:30-7:00 pm- Ballet Technique, 7:00-7:30 pm-Pre-Pointe/Pointe, 7:30-8:45 pm-Musical Theatre/Tap/Jazz (optional)
Thursday: 5:00-6:00 pm-Character, 6:00-7:00 pm-Contemporary
Saturday: 11:30-1:00 pm -Ballet Technique and Pre-pointe or Pointe
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
Uniform for Ladies:
- Wear Moi Leotard, Style Emeline, French Blue
- Capezio pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes w/ ribbons attached and elastics removed
- Black character shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Black character skirt (knee-length)
- Uniform skirt – black wrap ballet skirt for Exams and other events
Uniform for Gentlemen:
- White, fitted t-shirt
- Black tights
- Black ballet shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Dance belt (undergarment)
- Elastic belt (to be rolled into tights) or black elastic cumberband
Uniform items may be purchased at Kinney Dancewear or online.
Placement Require (typical ages 11-12).
Schedule:
4 Ballet Technique Classes, Pointe, Character, Modern/Jazz, Contemporary, Musical Theatre
For best development and advancement to next level, full curriculum (specifically Ballet, Character, Contemporary) is recommended.
Monday: 5:00-7:00 pm-Ballet Technique and Pointe, 7:00-7:45 pm-Jazz/Modern (one semester of each)
Wednesday: 5:30-7:30 pm-Ballet and Pointe technique, 7:30-8:15 pm-Musical Theatre, 8:15-8:45 pm-Tap/Jazz
Thursday: 5:00-6:00pm Character, 6:00-7:00 pm -Contemporary
Friday: 5:00-6:30 pm Ballet Technique
Saturday: 11:30-1:00-Ballet Technique and Pointe
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
Uniform for Ladies:
- Wear Moi, Style Emeline, Fuchsia
- Capezio Pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes w/ ribbons attached and elastics removed
- Pink pointe shoes
- Black character shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Black character skirt (knee-length)
- Uniform skirt – black wrap ballet skirt for Exams and other events
Uniform for Gentlemen:
- White, fitted t-shirt
- Black tights
- Black ballet shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Dance belt (undergarment)
- Elastic belt (to be rolled into tights) or black elastic cumberband
Uniform items may be purchased at Kinney Dancewear or online.
Placement Required (typically ages 12+)
For best development and advancement to next level, full curriculum (specifically of Ballet, Character, and Contemporary) is recommended.
Schedule:
4 Ballet Technique Classes, Pointe, Floor Barre, Character, Modern/Jazz, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Pas De Deux
Monday
5:30-7:00pm Ballet Technique and Pointe, 7:00-8:00pm-Contemporary
Tuesday
6:00-8:00pm-Ballet and Pointe, 8:00-9:00pm-Variations
Wednesday
5:00-6:00pm- Contemporary, 6:00-7:00pm-Musical Theatre, 7:00-7:30-Jazz, 7:30-8:30pm -Pas de Deux
Thursday
5:00-6:30pm Ballet and Pointe
Saturday
10:00-11:30am- Ballet and Pointe Technique, 1:00-1:30 Pas De Deux
Additional Rehearsals likely most Saturday afternoons between 2-5pm
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
Uniform for Ladies:
- Wear Moi, Style Mabel, Prunelle (Level 4) Navy (Level 5)
- Capezio Pink tights
- Pink ballet shoes w/ ribbons attached and elastics removed
- Pink pointe shoes
- Black character shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Black character skirt (knee-length)
- Uniform skirt – black wrap ballet skirt for Exams and other events
Uniform for Gentlemen:
- White, fitted t-shirt
- Black tights
- Black ballet shoes
- Black jazz shoes
- Black tap shoes
- Dance belt (undergarment)
- Elastic belt (to be rolled into tights) or black elastic cumberband
Uniform items may be purchased at Kinney Dancewear or online.
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
Summer Session Classes
Contact Admissions Director at 317-202-1617 x 1 with any questions or requests
May 27-June 20 (4 weeks)
IBC offers ongoing summer evening classes for all Preparatory & Pre-Professional levels to ensure students receive a consistency in training and education throughout the summer.
Summer is the prime time to focus on improvement in ballet in all levels; without the added stress of school or other commitments, students are able to better concentrate on their technique and make meaningful improvements prior to the fall semester. It is also highly recommended that all Pre-Professional Division students attend a minimum of two-three weeks in Summer Intensive and Prep 3/4 students attend one-two weeks in Young Dancer Intensive.
In order to accommodate for active summer lifestyles, families may register for individual classes or for the entire session. Typically, classes are offered once per week for Preparatory levels, and up to 3 times per week for Pre-Professional students during the 4-6 week summer session.
Pre-Registration Required – no “drop-ins”.
2019 Summer Session Classes: