A Place of Excellence for Dance Training in Orange County
The Maple Conservatory of Dance provides dance training of the highest standards at our studios in Irvine for ages 2 to adults. Join our email list and stay informed on our latest classes, news & updates!
VIEW OUR OPEN CLASS SCHEDULE FOR ADULTS & TEENS
Our Open Class Teachers:
Jennifer Backhaus (Adv. Modern), Marci Tuttle Bendheim (Modern),
Pili Doheny (Beginning Ballet), Patrick Frantz,
Steven Inskeep, Charles Maple, Stela Viorica
View their biographies
Scholarship Audition on Saturday, May 19
For Boys Ages 7-13 and Girls Ages 7-11 — No Dance Previous Experience Required
We are pleased to announce the Charles A, Maple, Sr. Ballet Scholarhip Program, our new scholarship program for boys and girls!
This needs-based tuition program requires: 1) proof of family income and 2) signed parental commitment to bring child to weekly classes. Our audition is scheduled:
- Audition class on Saturday, May 19 at 4:00 pm
For boys ages 7-13 and girls ages 7-11
Registration is at 3:00 pm
Audition attire is leotard & tights for girls and shorts (to mid-thigh) and tank top for boys.
Questions? Contact us at 949-660-9930, ext. 22 or email us at info@mapleconservatory.com
View details on our scholarship audition & program »
Congratulations to Our Graduating High School Seniors!
We congratulate the following Conservatory students who will be graduating from high school this spring. We are so proud of their accomplishments and hard work and we wish them well as they continue their dance training at the following nationally-ranked programs and company:
- Karrina Kuk (graduating Orange Lutheran High): Accepted to University of Utah, Department of Ballet
- Kaz Masuda (graduating Corona del Mar High): Accepted to University of California, Irvine, Department of Dance
- Bryn Watkins (graduating El Modena High): Invited to join American Ballet Theatre as an Apprentice
View all of our student and faculy accomplishments »
Young Dancer Summer Ballet Camp for Ages 5-8
Four Camp Sessions Available June through August
Join us for an enriching and educational ballet experience this summer! Boys and girls ages 5-8 will gain a deeper appreciation for ballet and its rich history through dance classes and creative projects. Four camp sessions are available:
- Ballet Camp 1: June 25-29 at 10:00am to 12 Noon
- Ballet Camp 2: July 9-13 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
- Ballet Camp 3: July 30-August 3 at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
- Ballet Camp 4: August 20-24 at 10:00 am to 12 Noon
Each ballet camp session will end with a class demonstration for family and friends.
Each session is $175.00 and students may register for one or more sessions..Deadline to register is June 1st.
We also offer a Pre-Ballet Summer Session that is 8 weeks long, which provides students an opportunity to stay in shape over the summer and continue to learn & grow as a dancer. Students will remain in the same level over the summer and progress to the next level starting in the fall. Deadline to register is May 15.
Contact us for questions or to register »
Maple Conservatory of Dance 2012 Summer Intensive Program
Join Us for Up to 8 Weeks of Intensive Training!
Alumni Steven Morse & Jordan Hammond
San Francisco Ballet Corps de Ballet MembersProgram Dates: June 25 – August 17, 2012
For Intermediate & Advanced Dancers Ages 8-24
We're excited to offer male & female intermediate- & advanced-level dancers a unique opportunity to train at the Maple Conservatory of Dance for up to eight weeks this summer! (Participation requires a commitment of at least two weeks.)
Missed Our Audition?
Not to worry! Dancers who are interested in our summer program can contact our Student Manager Kimberly Olmos at 949-660-9930, ext. 27 or kim@mapleconservatory.com to make alternative audition arrangements or schedule an alternate audition date.
"Maple Conservatory is an outstanding studio. Last summer, my dancers chose Maple over a nationally-known, top-tier ballet academy, and we know we made the right choice. The first-quality training, reasonably-sized classes, and welcoming atmosphere helped all the students there improve a great deal. This year, my dancers received several scholarship awards from company-affiliated schools conducting national auditions. There's no doubt that this happened as the result of the improvement they made at Maple and have continued to build upon." —Parent of 2010 Summer Program attendees
View complete details on our 2012 Summer Program »
We're Expanding! MORE New Dance Classes for All Ages!
Teen & Adults Beginners: New "Ballet Basics" Workshop
When: Starting on February 22 for 10 weeks
Day & Time: Wednesdays at 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: Only $135.00
Sign Up by February 18! Spaces are limited—don't delay, sign up now!
Have you ever wanted to learn more about classical ballet? Have you ever wanted to try a class? Did you dance when you were young but now need a refresher? If you answered YES to any of these questions, this workshop is for you!
Ballet technique can be demanding and sometimes intimidating for a late-starter or beginning dancer. Our workshop offers serious training and provide you complete information to help make the most of every ballet class.
Our 10-week workshop will cover the basics of classical ballet and introduce the seven movements of dance. Our syllabus will teach you how to develop awareness, control, agility and strength. Our workshop will include barre work, center work, simple stretches as well as dance steps that travel across the floor.
In addition, during the workshop there will be enrichment opportunities for our workshop students and all students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the session!
Questions or want to sign up? Contact us at info@mapleconservatory.com or call us 949-660-9930. Or stop by our Irvine location.
Beginning Ballet Classes for Adults/Teens Also Expanding
Due to popular demand, our Beginning Ballet class schedule for adutls & teens is expanding! We now offer the following classes for our beginning adults & teen students:
|
|
Note: Our Beginning Ballet classes are open to anyone who has some experience with ballet. (We recommend you've previously taken at least 10 beginning ballet classes or completion of our Ballet Basics Workshop.) Enroll by simply purchasing at least a 4-class card, which is only $55. Contact us if you have questions
Drop-In Stretch Classes Open to Everyone of All Ages
When: Tuesdays at 5:30 pm and Fridays at 5:30 pm & 6:30 pm
Class Length: One hour
Cost: Introductory Drop-in Price of only $10 per class
Our new, one-hour Stretch classes on Tuesday & Friday evenings are designed for our dance students, but all ages, males and females, are welcome to drop in!
Benefits For the Dance Student: Stretching is an essential part of a dancer's routine and it helps facilitate proper body alignment and increases circulation. The class will do some gentle stretching and work with most muscle groups. It will also focus on breathing and relaxation as a means to help muscles relax so that students can gain greater flexibility. Students will become more aware of their bodies and learn to work better with their bodies rather than against it..
Benefits For Adult Dancers (and Even Non-Dancers): Whether you're preparing for a class, a long night of dance, or just feel the need to release muscle tension, our Stretch class will benefit everyone who drops in! Regardless of your age or dance experience, stretching is a good healing therapy and an excellent way to take a break from their daily, hectic lives by giving their bodies room to grow and breathe!
Pre-Ballet Classes for Ages 4 & Older Are Expanding Too!
Due to continuing, popular demand, our Pre-ballet classes for boys & girls ages 4 and older are expanding! We now offer the following Pre-Ballet class schedule:
Contact us for details and to sign up!
|
|
And don't forget our "Duets" class for boys & girls ages 2 & 3 is still ongoing too:
- "Duets" class for adults or parents and their child ages 2 & 3
Wednesdays at 9:30 am to 10:15 am
Conservatory Applications Still Being Accepted
The Maple Conservatory of Dance is still accepting new student enrollment applications for our Conservatory program.
Our Conservatory program attains the highest international standards for dancers of all levels and interests, while emphasizing quality ballet training and superb performance opportunities. Featuring our world-class dance faculty, our Conservatory program consists of four divisions:
|
|
Completed enrollment applications, along with the non-refundable application fee of $20.00 are still being accepted.
Learn how to apply to our Conservatory program »
View Our New YouTube Video Podcasts
Subscribe on Our Maple Conservatory YouTube Channel
We are pleased to annouce our YouTube video podcasts. Subscribe on our YouTube channel site and be notified on exciting updates and videos. Upcoming topics include: Men in Ballet, a How-To series, featurettes on our Maple Conservatory dancers, and much more!
Visit YouTube.com/mapleconservatory & view our videos »
Shop on DiscountDance.com and Support Us!
Enter Teacher Code TP00256 When Checking Out
Shop online on Discount Dance's website and reference Teacher Code TP00256 ("00" are zeros) and Discount Dance will donate a percentage of your total purchase to the Maple Youth Ballet!
You must select Discount Dance's Secure Checkout button to enter our special Teacher Code. During checkout, you will type in the code here:
Scan this with your phone
& add us to your Contacts!
Apply To Our Conservatory
Applications accepted for males & females ages 3-20
BackhauseDance in residence at Maple Conservatory
Learn more
