Academy

Academy Levels I & II

Academy Levels I & II are designed for our youngest dancers beginning committed preparatory training. By audition only.

By invitation only.

This level will be comprised of a select group of invited talented young dancers. The dancers will be recommended by CDE faculty and the Principals before being approved by the Dean. They will train exclusively with Academy faculty. Classes meet five days per week. All enrolled students are required to participate in Spring Concert. Rehearsals begin during class in January 2026.

Academy I: Ages 9 and up

Academy II: Ages 10 and up

Enrollment Information

Auditions are required. Please contact admissions.

Michael C. Carlos Dance Centre
Kelly Tonina Cooper, Centre Administrative Director
404.873.5811 x1225

Registration Fee

Early (Current CDE families that register by May 4): $35
Regular (All families, May 5 - Aug 10): $50
Late (All families, Aug 11 onward): $75

Annual Tuition

Academy I
Annual Tuition: $2,420 (Includes performance fees.)

1 Installment: $2,337.25 (5% tuition discount applied; valid thru Aug 11)
2 Installments: $1,210 per installment (1st due at registration, 2nd due by January 1st; available thru Aug. 31)
10 Installments: $242 per installment (1st and last installments due at registration)

Academy II
Annual Tuition: $3,015 (Includes performance fees.)

1 Installment: $2,903 (5% tuition discount applied; valid thru Aug 11)
2 Installments: $1,507.50 per installment (1st due at registration, 2nd due by January 1st; available thru Aug. 31)
10 Installments: $301.50 per installment (1st and last installments due at registration)

Dress Code

Uniform leotards are exclusively available at the Atlanta Ballet Boutique, along with shoes, tights, and other dance supplies. Questions? Contact the boutique.

Credit Requirements

Academy I & II

10.75 hours per semester