We offer ballet classes in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago at the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.

School of Ballet 5:8 classes are known for being body-positive, challenging, and a lot of fun!

Classes & Schedule | Lakeview Campus

Classes take place every Tuesday at the historic Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture Room 225. School Year and 9-week Flex Sessions available.
Register at the link below or email us to schedule a trial class!

  • Tuesday | 4:30-5:15PM

    A fun-filled primary class that introduces primary ballet vocabulary, age appropriate coordination and musicality. Placement based on age as of September; no prerequisites. Enrollment commitment 36 weeks.

    Full Year Tuition | Nine payments of $65

    9 Week Flex Session | One payment of $165

    Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Cinder Ella.

  • Tuesday | 5:15-6:00PM

    A fun-filled class that teaches age-appropriate coordination, musicality, and primary ballet terminology. Placement based on age as of September; no prerequisites. Enrollment commitment 36 weeks.

    Full Year Tuition | Nine payments of $65

    9 Week Flex Session | One payment of $165

    Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Cinder Ella.

  • Tuesday | 6:00-7:00PM

    Aspiring ballet dancers who are ready for a formal ballet class begin to learn the prestigious Vaganova syllabus. This class includes a healthy dose of fun with the rigorous challenge of classical ballet. Dancers qualify beginning at age 6 (as of September); no prerequisites. Enrollment commitment is 36 weeks.

    Full Year Tuition | Nine payments of $85

    9 Week Flex Session | One payment of $180

    Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Cinder Ella.

  • Tuesday | 7:00-8:15 PM

    Join our community of dedicated young dancers! Ballet dancers who have some dance background learn more advanced beginner steps and coordination from the prestigious Vaganova syllabus. This class includes a healthy dose of fun with the rigorous challenge of classical ballet. Dancers qualify beginning at age 7 (as of September) and must take a placement class to enroll.

    Full Year Tuition | Nine payments of $90

    9 Week Flex Session | One payment of $210

    Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Cinder Ella.

  • Tuesday | 8:15-9:15 PM

    Have you always wanted to try ballet? Enjoy learning in a group rather than sweating alone in the gym? This ballet class is designed for adults wanting to learn the basics of ballet. Wear workout attire, dance attire or a combination of both.

    Drop in | $20/class

Session #3 Begins January 20th! Lakeview students who register by that deadline will participate in the new production of Cinder Ella.

With flexible registration, the school year is divided into four 9-week sessions, so you only commit to 9 weeks of classes at a time. Call us at 708.329.8773 to take advantage of flexible registration today.

Looking for more advanced classes? Try going to our Pre-Professional Program page for classical ballet training

Meet Ms. Katrina

Ms. Katrina is the Lakeview Campus Teacher as well as the Children’s and Youth Division Director at the School of Ballet 5:8.

Ballet 5:8 | Lakeview

In Residence at Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture
2936 N Southport Ave.
Chicago, IL

Free street parking is available surrounding the location.

Hours
Tuesday | 4:00-9:15 PM

Phone
708.329.8773