About Us
LPSD has a long history of excellence in dance education and we are honored to continue that tradition this year. We believe in offering extraordinary training in dance while creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our dance staff provide high-quality dance training in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, and variations from ages 3 and up in a positive, nurturing, and supportive environment. Students of all abilities from beginner to advanced and recreational are welcome!
All classes are live and in-person.
Classes
Dance with Me Ages 1½-3
Creative Movement Ages 3-5
Pre-Ballet Ages 5-7
Jazz Dance Ages 6-9
Beginning Ballet Ages 7-9
Steps & Styles Ages 7-10 NEW CLASS!
Level 1 Ages 8-10
Level 2 Ages 9-12
Level 3 Ages 10-13
Level 4 & Level 5 Ages 13+ or by invitation
New students, please reach out to [email protected] and we will get you set up in the right level.
Age ranges are a general guide and teachers will make adjustments as needed. Children should expect to be in each level a minimum of one to two full years. If you are a returning student and have not heard otherwise, please register for the level you were in last.
Uniforms
GIRLS: Pink tights and pink ballet shoes—DanceSupplies.com or Discount Dance recommended (call Customer Service for advice about sizing)—or a combination of tights and shoes that match one’s skin tone.
BOYS: Black or White ballet slippers, White t-shirt, and Black leggings or long “bike” shorts. Please contact Miss Alice at [email protected] for recommendations.
Creative Movement – Pink leotard with skirt (T1-Ballet Pink)
Pre-Ballet – Blue leotard with skirt (T6-Blue)
Beginning Ballet – Tank leotard (Purple) and Pull-On Skirt (Purple)
Levels 1-5:
• Level 1 – Berry leotard and Hot Pink ballet skirt.
• Level 2 – Light Blue leotard and ballet skirt in matching color.
• Level 3 – Lilac leotard and ballet skirt in matching color.
• Level 4 – Royal (Blue) leotard and ballet skirt in matching color.
• Level 5 – Black leotard and wrap skirt in matching color.
- If dancers in Levels 1-3 have a leotard that fits from last year, it may be worn. When purchasing a new leotard, please choose one in the style and color listed above.
- New leotards should be purchased when those from last year are outgrown.
- Dance Sweater (optional)
Fall Trimester 2025
September 8 – November 11
Winter Trimester 2026
January 5 – March 13
Spring Trimester 2026
March 16 – May 29
June 2 – June 5 Recital Tech Week and class schedule TBA.
Spring Recital Saturday, June 6
If you are signing up for the Spring Session and want to be in the recital, a $25 recital fee will be billed at a later date. Performing in the recital is not required.
PLEASE VERIFY SCHEDULE WITH YOUR INSTRUCTOR.
SAVE THE DATE
Spring Recital Saturday, June 6, 2026
HOLIDAYS (NO CLASSES)
Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 13*
Veteran’s Day November 11*
Martin Luther King Jr Day January 19*
Presidents’ Day February 16*
Lunar New Year February 17*
Spring Break March 30-April 10
Memorial Day May 25
*makeup classes will be scheduled
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Browse Classes
Parsons Dance Company FREE Open Company Classes
Tuesdays, 9:00am-10:30am
Wednesdays, 9:00am-10:30am
Thursdays, 9:00am-10:30am
Fridays, 9:00am-10:30am
Saturdays, 9:00am-10:30am
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Intro to Parsons Dance Technique with Téa Pérez
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Ballet with Justine Delius
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Jazz with Megan Garcia Ziminski
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Floor Work with Joseph Cyranski
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Stretching & Conditioning with Joanne Hwang
Parsons Dance Company: FREE Stretching for Athletes with Emerson Earnshaw
Parsons Dance Company: FREE David Parsons Masterclass
Beginning Ballet
Friday, November 14
Steps & Styles
Friday, November 14
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome! If you are a new student to the school under the age of 7, please register for the class that fits your age range and prior experience best. If you are 8 and up, please contact Alice Schonbek, School Director, at [email protected] to schedule a time for you to come in to class. We will assign you to the level that fits you best.
Fall Trimester 2025
September 8 – November 11
Winter Trimester 2026
January 5 – March 13
Spring Trimester 2026
March 16 – May 29
June 2 – June 5 Recital Tech Week and class schedule TBA.
Students registered for the Spring who want to be in the recital will be billed a $25 costume and incidentals fee at a later date. Performing in the recital is not required.
Yes! Just like being involved in a sport, we ask you to wear the class uniform that goes with your level. Please see the Uniforms section above.
For students in Beginning Ballet through Level 5, we ask that you please wear your hair in a bun or a twist. It is important to have your hair up so the teacher can see your neck and head placement. Not sure how to do that? Check out Ballet Hair for Dads on YouTube.
At LPSD, once your child grows past the Pre-Ballet level, if they are interested in a serious pursuit of Ballet, we start to introduce more classical dance technique training in Beginning Ballet. We are committed to a Ballet curriculum that focuses on technique so that we can prepare our dancers to have the best experiences as they grow and create. A solid technical foundation opens up doors to advanced training, placement in Summer intensives, college programs, potential scholarships, and the ability to feel success and enjoyment at every level. For dancers who would rather pursue other kinds of dance, or would just like to take additional classes, we offer Jazz Dance for ages 6-9 and Steps & Styles for ages 7-10.
If you are in Level 1 or above, there is an option to pay in installments when you register.
Check your email! All class cancellations will be announced via email and also on our social media channels. In the case of a snow event, we follow the lead of the Lake Placid School District – if they are closed then our campus is closed as well. Sometimes, we make a preemptive decision to close a class, in which case you will be contacted via email as soon as possible. Please ensure that your email address is correct when you register. We will endeavor whenever possible to schedule makeup classes for snow days.
HOLIDAYS (NO CLASSES)
Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 13*
Veteran’s Day November 11*
Martin Luther King Jr Day January 19*
Lunar New Year February 17*
Spring Break March 30-April 10
Memorial Day May 25
*makeup classes will be scheduled
Please reach out to Alice Schonbek, School Director, at [email protected] to discuss options.
Yes – please reach out to LPCA Managing Director Jon Donk at [email protected].
Please reach out to Education Director Tara Palen at [email protected].
