Unlimited timetable access for committed adult dancers within their recommended training level

The Ballet Lounge is Adult Ballet Centre’s unlimited adult ballet membership in Melbourne, created for dancers training three or more times per week.

It provides unlimited access to eligible regular timetable classes within the member’s recommended level, approved training pathway, and any readiness requirements set by ABC faculty.

Designed specifically for committed adult dancers, The Ballet Lounge supports structured classical ballet training, measurable technical development, and long-term artistic progression within the ABC pathway.

Who The Ballet Lounge Is Designed For

The Ballet Lounge is suited to adult dancers who:

• attend three or more ballet classes each week

• are progressing through Levels 2–6

• value professional faculty guidance

• are preparing for performance seasons, pointe progression, or formal adult ballet assessments

• want structured, unlimited access to adult ballet classes in Melbourne within their recommended ABC level

No prior professional background is required. This membership supports committed adult recreational dancers as well as returning dancers ready to train consistently.

Membership Investment

A$497 per month (incl. GST) reviewed yearly on the 1 January.
Minimum commitment: 4 months
Billed monthly on a recurring basis

The four-month structure supports stable technical progression and a more consistent training rhythm.

What Is Included in The Ballet Lounge Membership

The Ballet Lounge includes unlimited access to eligible regular timetable classes at Adult Ballet Centre Melbourne, within the member’s recommended level and approved training pathway.

This may include:

• Classical Ballet classes at the appropriate level

• Contemporary Technique series

• Floor Barre, Stretch, and Conditioning classes

• Pointe and Pre-Pointe classes, subject to readiness assessment and teacher approval

• Sunday Extension & Repertoire for Levels 4–6, where level appropriate at 50% discounted access

• Holiday timetable classes where offered on a limited schedule, christmas period 23rd - 30th Decemeber

Additional member benefits include:

• priority access for AICD Adult Ballet Assessment Program enrolment early notification

• priority access for the annual theatre performance season enrolment early notification

• two personalised progression check-ins each year March and September invitations sent one month prior.

• selected internal technical workshops

• an official Ballet Lounge T-shirt

• invitation to the annual Ballet Lounge event TBA

Access to classes remains subject to level suitability, teacher guidance, readiness requirements, and timetable availability.

What Is Not Included

The Ballet Lounge membership does not include:

• AICD Adult Ballet Assessment Program classes

• theatre rehearsal or production costs

• special intensives or external guest workshops

• private coaching sessions

• Introduction to Classical Ballet, unless transitioning between levels

• Adult Ballet Centre may make reasonable changes to timetable, class delivery, teachers, or program access where required for operational reasons. Where a significant change affects the membership offering, ABC will communicate with our dancers/members and provide an appropriate agreed solution.

Membership Culture and Expectations

The Ballet Lounge is built on mutual commitment, training integrity, and respect for the shared studio environment.

Members are expected to:

• book classes responsibly

• cancel within standard policy timeframes 8 hours notice

• maintain a consistent training rhythm where possible

• attend classes that align with their recommended level and current training pathway

Adult Ballet Centre reserves the right to guide dancers toward the classes most appropriate to their safety, progress, and technical development.

Unlimited training works best when attendance is regular and purposeful. If attendance patterns shift significantly, our team may recommend a different membership structure to better support your training.

Suspension and Cancellation Policy

One suspension of up to two weeks per calendar year may be requested after four consecutive months of membership.

After the initial four-month term, memberships may be cancelled via your account portal and in email request

Membership fees are billed monthly in advance and are non-refundable for change of mind, non-attendance, unused classes, or partial use of the membership period.

Why Consistency Matters in Adult Ballet Training

Classical ballet is cumulative. Strength, alignment, musicality, stamina, and coordination develop through repetition, correction, and structured practice over time.

The Ballet Lounge provides the framework for adult dancers who want to move beyond occasional attendance and commit to deeper technical and artistic development.

Progress becomes visible when rhythm becomes habit.