Cecchetti Training

Cecchetti is a method of teaching ballet in which select students learn a set ballet syllabus and, when ready, present their work before a panel of examiners. The exam process gives the students a specific goal. 

Dance Center Evanston is the only studio in Evanston to prepare students for exams with the Cecchetti Council of America. For more information about the Cecchetti Method, visit the website of the Cecchetti Midwest Committee at cecchettimidwest.org.

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Cecchetti Training

All Cecchetti students are required to take non-syllabus classes as well. In Ballet 2-Ballet 5, Cecchetti qualifies as one of the required Ballet classes, but dancers who are in Pointe/Pointe Prep are expected to take a Pointe/Pointe Prep class following their Cecchetti class. Contact the office for more information.

Cecchetti (pronounced Cha KEH tee) is a thorough and careful method of teaching classical ballet. Developed by Maestro Enrico Cecchetti in the late 1800s and codified in 1922, the method continues to flourish. The Cecchetti method focuses on strong technique, correct body alignment, and graceful quality.

Cecchetti Training Schedule

Session 1: September 8-January 31
Session 2: February 1-June 6
(Open enrollment until February 1)
ClassDayTimeAgeInstructor
RegisterCecchetti Primary 3Thursday4:15-5:15pmBy Rec
Rosina
RegisterCecchetti Grade 1Monday10:00-11:15amBy RecCalyn
RegisterCecchetti Grade 2Tuesday5:45-7:00pmBy RecBéa
RegisterCecchetti Grade 2Wednesday6:00-7:15pmBy RecShelby
RegisterCecchetti Grade 3Thursday7:30-8:45pmBy RecRosina
RegisterPointe/Pointe Prep for Cecchetti 3Thursday8:45-9:30pmBy RecWendy
RegisterCecchetti Grade 4Wednesday4:15-5:45pmBy RecShelby
RegisterCecchetti Grade 5Thursday7:30-9:00pmBy RecCalyn
RegisterGrade 5 Pointe/MensThursday9:00-9:30pmBy RecCalyn
RegisterCecchetti Grade 6Thursday5:15-6:45pmBy RecRosina
RegisterGr 6 Pointe/CCA CompetitionThursday6:45-7:15pmBy RecRosina