Lakeview Campus
New Session begins April 2nd!
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! Times and details below.
Classes & Schedule | Lakeview Campus
Classes take place every Tuesday at the historic Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture Room 225.
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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.
Tuition $47 | 9 payments
Performance fee included. Performs in the Spring Showcase.
Tuesday | 4:30-5:15PM
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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.
Tuition $66 | 9 payments
Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Spring Showcase.
Tuesday | 5:15-6:00PM
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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 7 (as of September); no prerequisites. Enrollment commitment is 36 weeks.
Tuition $84 | 9 payments
Performance fee included. Performs in Beyond the Nutcracker and Spring Showcase.
Tuesday | 6:00-7:00PM
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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 | $18/class
Starter subscription: 4 classes for $75/month
Tuesday | 7:00-8:00PM
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.
2023/24 School Year
August 29, 2023-May 28, 2024
36 weeks of classes, School of Ballet 5:8 showcases, and full-length performances.
Can’t Commit to a Full Year?
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.
Free Trial Class
at our Lakeview campus
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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 | 4-8:00PM
Phone
708.329.8773