R.A.D. Grade 8 Award

Must have taken RAD Grade 7 or have teacher approval.

Culmination of the RAD Upper Grades

A special level culminating the RAD’s Upper Grade levels – dancers must satisfy a minimum level of expertise upon their final assessment session. Each section (port de bras, adage, pirouettes, petite allegro, grand allegro, free movement (Lyrical style), and the variation) presents a style and setting with heavy emphasis on performance quality and exquisite technique. The Russian character-style of dance draws from the 7 prior grades.

From Exercises to Full Variations

This level culminates the Royal Academy of Dance’s graded levels. Still evoking the sensitivity of the Romantic Era of ballet, all exercises become full-on variations and are seen as solos.

Endurance, Strength & Refined Performance Quality

Taking the maturity of 8+ years of ballet study, these candidates gain incredible stamina as well as illustrating beautiful performance quality.

The standards set by the RAD remain elevated, with anticipation of well established technique, performance quality and musicality. This grade also allows for individual interpretation for each variation, encouraging and developing a greater sense of musicality.

Free Movement & Character Dance Foundations

The basis of all the graded levels is held in balletic training, though Free Movement allows dancers to explore more modes of movement. The Free Movement (similar to Lyrical Ballet) follows some of the early 1900 pioneers of dance, such as Martha Graham and Isadora Duncan, who forged an improvisational style that opened doors for a freer style of movement.

Rounding out the curriculum of the RAD Upper Grades are the 1800 court dances of Eastern Europe, Polish, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Russian

Yearly Tuition, divided evenly in 10 monthly installments includes:

Two weekly Grade 8 classes and a Progressing Ballet Technique (strengthening and stretching) session that occurs during the weekly scheduled class time
RAD Examination, held with pianist accompaniment
One Mock Exam prior to formal exams to familiarize dancers of the process
One Royal Academy of Dance exam taken each Spring
Character skirt and shoe rental
Any props necessary for Exam Session
Achievement Ceremony
Parent observation weeks – 1 week each month. Come see their progress!

Your registration fee and class fee (for uniform), is due upon registration and reserves your dancer’s place in class. Monthly autopay for your tuition fees are charged on the 1st beginning September 1st and ending June 1st.

June Production

Dancers pay monthly installments for the June show alongside class tuition.
Contact the studio for other payment options.

Mid-Year Registration

Registration is open through January 15th and includes your place in the cast for the year-end June production.

Catch up fees may apply to cover production and exam expenses. Monthly tuition is prorated based on when you begin your first class.

Grade 8 dancers are requested to take the Intermediate Modern & Lyrical | ABCBend or Advanced Contemporary | ABCBend class to enhance their enjoyment and expand abilities.

DRESS CODE

For your convenience, a one time “class fee” covers the RAD regulation class uniform

You may receive your uniform all at once or in pieces as you need throughout the year.

Some returning dancers already have their complete uniform and may contact the studio to waive what our system calls a “class fee” (for your uniform).

Girls
- RAD regulation class camisole or tank leotard
- Tights in pink or skin tone
- Full sole leather or canvas ballet shoes in pink or skin tone
- Circular chiffon skirt in camisole color – calf length (included as a rental or optional purchase)
- Character skirt and black character shoes (included as a rental or optional purchase)
- Hair in a bun
Purchase Separately:
Nude camisole – replaces underwear for a tidy appearance
Optional- ballet sweater

Hair: Perfect Ballet Hair

Please, NO leg warmers.
Boys
- White t-shirt or white ballet leotard
- Navy blue leggings
- Male dance belt (separate purchase)
- White ballet shoes
- Black cuban-heeled character shoes (included as a rental or optional purchase)
- Hair – if long – pulled into a low ponytail
Les Etoiles Uniform Guide | ABCBend

How dancers progress at Academie de Ballet Classique

All students are rewarded with an unbiased assessment assuring a safe progression to the next level. Assessments occur in the spring each year as a fun way to show off what we’ve learned for the examiner.

Tuition includes one Assessment to be taken in the Spring, prop kit, and Character rental fee. Extras are divided up into 10 equal payments. If a dancer drops the class mid-year; they will be charged for the balance owed on props and examinations.

Excellence in Every Step

From creative play to classical technique, our ballet classes are designed to inspire dancers of all ages and skill levels. We make joining our community easy with all-inclusive tuition and a curriculum that celebrates every milestone your child achieves. Simply fill out this form, and our team will reach out to help you choose the right class to help your star dancer thrive!

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The Academie de Ballet Classique Mission

The Académie de Ballet Classique (Royal Dance Academy) in Bend, OR, provides comprehensive ballet education for all ages, from children to adults. As a certified member of the Royal Academy of Dance, they offer high-quality ballet training with programs tailored to different skill levels, including pointe, contemporary, and lyrical dance. Their focus is on fostering creativity, discipline, and artistry in a welcoming environment. Located in the Wagner Mall, the studio is dedicated to empowering dancers through expert instruction.

R.A.D. Grade 8 Award

Culmination of the RAD Upper Grades

From Exercises to Full Variations

Endurance, Strength & Refined Performance Quality

Free Movement & Character Dance Foundations

Yearly Tuition, divided evenly in 10 monthly installments includes:

June Production

Mid-Year Registration

DRESS CODE

Girls

Boys

How dancers progress at Academie de Ballet Classique

Excellence in Every Step

Parent Information

Student Information

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The Academie de Ballet Classique Mission

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R.A.D. Grade 8 Award

Culmination of the RAD Upper Grades

From Exercises to Full Variations

Endurance, Strength & Refined Performance Quality

Free Movement & Character Dance Foundations

Yearly Tuition, divided evenly in 10 monthly installments includes:

June Production

Mid-Year Registration

DRESS CODE

How dancers progress at Academie de Ballet Classique

Excellence in Every Step

Parent Information

Student Information

Newspaper Newspaper TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY.

The Academie de Ballet Classique Mission

CONTACT US

Quick Link

TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY.