DAY program
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WHAT
This specialized training program is designed for dedicated dancers, who are eager to receive a more rigorous training regimen to help them develop/refine technique and artistry.
Personalized to each dancer, the teachers will help them to define realistic goals, track their performance, and provide resources that help them to prepare for competition, audition, and a professional career.
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Selection by audition.
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WHO
Not feeling challenged in the mainstream classes? You aren’t receiving individualized training you need to grow? You think you’re capable of more? You’re considering a professional dance career?
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The program is specifically designed for serious female and male dancers between the ages of 12-18 years, who are disciplined, eager to work hard, open to critique, and passionate about dancing.
AUDITION
application requirements

Complete the application form above. If auditioning in-person, note audition dress code and schedule below. If submitting a video audition, note submission requirements below:
in-person audition august 20
LOCATION
Bayer Ballet Studios
2028 Old Middlefield Way
Mountain View, California 94043, USA
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 20
10:00-11:30am (Ages 12)
12:45-2:15pm (Ages 13-18+)
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Can't attend the audition? Complete the application to schedule an audition.
video audition
VIDEO SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
>> Complete the application form above
>> Short Introduction including: name, age, number of years of dance education, number of years of pointe work (if applicable), and name of your current school and teacher(s).
>> Barre and center exercises: plié, battement tendu, adagio, pirouettes, petit, medium, and grand allegro, tours en l'air for men, and pointe work for women. A classical ballet variation on pointe is optional.
>>Other links to performances of classical variations (optional)
>> Photo in first arabesque
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audition dress code
Women: black leotard, pink tights, bring pointe shoes
Men: black tights and white t-shirt
Bayer Ballet Students: Wear uniform


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Bayer Ballet's Day Program was formed in 2022. Graduates of the Program have been accepted into such prestigious programs as Princess Grace Academy (Full Year Scholarship) and have received top awards as Youth America Grand Prix - Youth Grand Prix & the Natalia Makarova Award for Artistry.
placement
The program is divided by age and level of experience to ensure proper advancement. Groups will not exceed 8 students...
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Group 1: 12-14 years
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Group 2: 15-18 years
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If you are outside of the age range, please feel free to email us to discuss your goals and determine if this program is a good fit.
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SAMPLE SCHEDULE*
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GROUP 1 > AGES 12-14
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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10:00am -12:00pm: Ballet Technique
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12:00 - 2:00pm: Variations/Repertoire
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Private Lessons (scheduled by appointment, not included in tuition)
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7:00 - 8:00pm: Repertoire (Mon/Fri)
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7:30 - 8:30pm: Repertoire (Tues)
Wednesday
10:00am - 12:00pm: Ballet Technique
12:00 - 1:00pm: Ballet Conditioning/Cross Training
1:00 - 2:30pm: Variations/Repertoire
Private Lessons (scheduled by appointment, not included in tuition)
7:00 - 8:00pm: Contemporary
Saturday
12:00 - 1:00pm: Stretching
1:00 - 2:30pm: Ballet Technique
2:30 -3:30pm: Character โ
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GROUP 2 > AGES 15-18
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
10:00am -12:00pm: Ballet Technique
12:00 - 2:00pm: Variations/Repertoire
Private Lessons (scheduled by appointment, not included in tuition)
7:45 - 8:45pm: Repertoire (Tues)
Wednesday
10:00 - 11:00am: Ballet Conditioning/Cross Training
11:00am -1:00pm: Ballet Technique
1:00 - 2:30pm: Partnering
Private Lessons (scheduled by appointment, not included in tuition)
8:00 - 9:00pm: Contemporary
Friday
10:00 - 11:00am: Ballet Conditioning/Cross Training
11:00am -1:00pm: Ballet Technique
1:00 - 2:30pm: Partnering
Private Lessons (scheduled by appointment, not included in tuition)
7:45 - 8:45pm: Repertoire
Saturday
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12:15 - 1:00pm: Stretching
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1:00 - 2:30pm: Ballet Technique
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2:30 - 3:30pm: Repertoire
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3:30 - 4:30pm: Character
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*Schedule subject to change
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Pictured : participants of the Day Program 2022/23 Season (left to right) Chloe Helimets, Amelia Chen, Mia Staulo
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tuition & scholarships
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This rate covers the Bayer Ballet Academy Academic Year and does not include tuition for the summer intensive programs or private lessons.
Group 1: $14,350 (29 hours per week)
Group 2: $14,350 (29 hours, 45 minutes per week)
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Talent-based scholarships are available. Please complete the application above and email us if you are interested in aplying for a scholarship.
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Pictured in the video: Day Program Graduate (2022), Charlize Hardwick training with Founder & Artistic Director, Inna Bayer, received acceptance to Princess Grace Academy (Full Year Scholarship).


SCHOLARSHIPS & PRESTIGIOUS PROGRAMS
Graduates of the Academy have been accepted into prestigious programs, including:
Vaganova Ballet Academy
Paris Opera
American Ballet Theatre
Royal Ballet
Princess Grace Academy (full year scholarship)*
Bolshoi Ballet, and more
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See full list of scholarships
PROFESSIONAL COMPANIES
Students of Bayer Ballet, have danced in European and American professional dance companies such as: Mariinsky Ballet
Eifman Ballet Saint Petersburg
Atlanta Ballet
Hrvatsko narodno kazalište HNK Split Balet / Croatian National Theater
State Ballet in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, and more
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AWARDS & HONORS
Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP)
Outstanding School (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
Hope Award (2023)
Grand Prix (2020)
Youth Grand Prix (2022, 2023 - two recipients)*
Natalia Makarova Award for Artistry (2022)*
World Ballet Competition (WBC)
Bronze Medal (2022)*
Gold Medalist
ADC | IBC
Junior Division - San Francisco*
1st Place Classical*
1st Place Contemporary*
4th Place - Finals*
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YoungArts
Winner/Finalist Ballet (2020)
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Prix de Lausanne 2020
(2) Bayer Ballet dancers selected (10 dancers from the United States / 48 world-wide competed)
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* Indicates Awards & Honors Received from Graduates & Participants of the Day Program. Other Awards listed are students who trained privately with Inna Bayer, prior to the formation of the Day Program.
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Pictured : Recipients of the Youth America Grand Prix - Youth Grand Prix Award (2023, San Francisco & Chicago), Victoria Kostikov & Mia Staulo (Day Program Participant) with Founder & Artistic Director, Inna Bayer,