Ballet is a classical art form that emphasizes grace, poise, and discipline. Our classes focus on training body awareness and achieving fluidity in movement, benefiting toddlers by enhancing their physical coordination, improving balance, and fostering perseverance from an early age.
Jazz dance is upbeat and full of energy, allowing young dancers to express their individuality and creativity through sassy struts, leaps, and turns. This dynamic dance style benefits children by enhancing their rhythmic awareness and fostering confidence in all aspects of their development.
Tumble is a class that focuses on flexibility and strength, offering children a form of gymnastics where they learn exciting skills like somersaults and cartwheels. This class benefits kids by enhancing their coordination, improving flexibility, building core strength, and promoting overall physical fitness.
Contemporary dance blends elements of ballet, jazz, and modern dance to create a fluid and emotional style. Our classes emphasize storytelling through movement, developing flexibility, strength, and artistry. This style benefits dancers by encouraging creativity and deepening their connection between movement and music.
Hip Hop is an energetic and expressive dance style that encourages individuality and confidence. Our classes focus on rhythm, musicality, and dynamic movement, benefiting children by building stamina, improving coordination, and enhancing self-expression through age-appropriate moves and a fun, upbeat atmosphere.
Performance Class is designed for dancers who wish to refine their technique, stage presence, and professionalism. With a focus on performance quality, etiquette, and competitive dance preparation, students gain experience in choreography retention, teamwork, and advanced technical skills.
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OPEN HIP HOP
BEGINNER BALLET/JAZZ
INTERMEDIATE BALLET/JAZZ
OPEN CONTEMPORARY
PERFORMANCE | Required for Privates, Competition, Pageants.
PRIVATE LESSONS | COMPETITION, PAGEANTRY, AUDITION PREP
AGES PRE-K 3 TO 10 YEARS (must attend the school)
AGES PRE-K +
AGES PRE-K +
MONTHLY CLASS (must attend the school)
MONTHLY CLASS (must attend the school)
Spring is showcase season at The Ballet Bus!
All dancers shine as they take the stage in our annual showcase, celebrating their talent and hard work.
Summer at The Ballet Bus means fun-filled dance camps! We offer themed camps in June and July that inspire creativity and confidence!
Fall kicks off the dance season at all of our locations! Join us at one of our many locations as we start a new season of dance and making friends!
Winter is dedicated to celebration! We participate in shows, parades, and spreading the joy of dance throughout our community.
Pay here if you would like to register your dancer for SPLS, SHCS, CCS or GCC. Reserves your dancers spot in class for the Fall & Spring. Classes are September to May!
Pay here if you would like to register your dancer for SPLS, SHCS, CCS or GCC. Reserves your dancers spot in class for the Fall OR Spring. Payment plans are available, Semester is $375.
We offer Contemporary & Hip Hop class as an "ADD ON" to your overall dance technique experience. All levels!
Drop in rate $20 or Full Semester $225.
Each dancer will be showcased in our production and costumes provided. All students will need to purchase showcase attendance package to participate in Recital!
Celebrate with a 2 hour Ballerina Birthday Party with your 15 friends! Includes a pink school bus arrival, pink tutus, wands, gloves, and crowns. The party includes a 30-minute mini ballet class, followed by princess games and a ballerina craft.
MEET THE TEACHER, TOUR THE STUDIO, MAKE FRIENDS! GRANDVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER | CULLMAN, AL
ALL LOCATIONS BEGIN THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER.
4:00 PM and 5:00 PM classes will be held as scheduled.
6:00 PM and 7:00 PM classes will not meet (make-up class TBA)
HALLOWEEN COSTUMES MAY BE WORN TO CLASS THIS WEEK, MUST BE ABLE TO DANCE.
MAKE UP CLASS WILL BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 11TH. OUR SPACE IS A COMMUNITY VOTING CENTER FOR ELECTIONS.
Melanie Mae has 20 years of dance experience. She moved to Birmingham, Al to attend the Alabama School of Fine Arts in 2005 to pursue a fine arts education in classical ballet, pointe and jazz. She furthered her dance education at The University of Alabama performing in the Alabama Dance Repertoire Theater, Dance Alabama and was selecte
Melanie Mae has 20 years of dance experience. She moved to Birmingham, Al to attend the Alabama School of Fine Arts in 2005 to pursue a fine arts education in classical ballet, pointe and jazz. She furthered her dance education at The University of Alabama performing in the Alabama Dance Repertoire Theater, Dance Alabama and was selected to be a member of the Crimson Cabaret Dance Team and Alabama Repertoire Dance Theater. Melanie graduated from the University of Alabama Birmingham with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and attended the University of West Florida graduate program in Education graduating in 2019. Melanie has an endless passion for dance and teaching.
The Ballet Bus travels across Central Alabama bringing ballet and jazz classes to young dancers from pre-K to upper elementary. It’s a fun and accessible way to bring fine arts education into schools and communities, giving every child the chance to explore creativity, build confidence, and develop important life skills. We believe the a
The Ballet Bus travels across Central Alabama bringing ballet and jazz classes to young dancers from pre-K to upper elementary. It’s a fun and accessible way to bring fine arts education into schools and communities, giving every child the chance to explore creativity, build confidence, and develop important life skills. We believe the arts are an essential part of a child’s growth — helping with coordination, social skills, and self-expression while introducing them to new cultures and a lifelong appreciation for the arts. The bus is bright pink, lined with ballet bars, and now proudly calls the Grandview Community Center in Cullman home, serving a total of six locations across the region. Every stop is a step toward inspiring the next generation