Dance Schools & Studios
Ballet & Classical Technique skills assessment
Ballet students build strength, line and artistry step by step. This scorecard covers posture, barre, centre work, musicality and performance so studios can show parents and examiners consistent progress.
- 10 skills to score
- 1–10 scale on every skill
- 7 starting levels
The 10 Ballet & Classical Technique skills you can score
These are the default Ballet & Classical Technique skills in SkillScorer. Each one is scored from 1 to 10 for every dancer, and you can edit, remove or add skills at any time.
Posture, Alignment and Turnout
Holds correct alignment and uses turnout safely.
Barre Work and Basic Positions
Executes barre exercises with control and accuracy.
Centre Practice and Adage
Balances and controls movement in the centre.
Jumps, Allegro and Elevation
Jumps with height, control and clean landings.
Turns and Pirouettes
Turns with correct preparation, spot and balance.
Pointe Readiness and Foot Strength
Builds strength safely for pointe work.
Musicality and Rhythm
Interprets music and rhythm accurately and phrases movement to match it.
Performance Quality and Expression
Performs with quality, artistry and expression appropriate to the style.
Syllabus Knowledge and Exam Readiness
Learns and recalls syllabus work accurately.
Class Etiquette and Discipline
Follows class routines and respects teachers.
Levels included with Ballet & Classical Technique
Ballet & Classical Technique starts with 7 levels, which SkillScorer calls “Grade” for dance schools & studios, so dancers can be grouped and compared fairly. Rename, reorder or replace them at any time.
- Pre-Primary
- Primary
- Grade 1-2
- Grade 3-4
- Grade 5-6
- Intermediate
- Advanced
How Ballet & Classical Technique works in SkillScorer
Score
Each dancer in a class is scored on the Ballet & Classical Technique skills in the Skills Matrix: tap a cell, type a score, and it saves itself.
Compare
Rank dancers, compare two side by side, or compare your classes against each other to see exactly where the strengths and gaps are.
Track
Scores are kept year after year, so you can see who is improving and which Ballet & Classical Technique skills need attention. Reports also follow each head teacher's class.
Ballet & Classical Technique scorecard: common questions
What skills does the Ballet & Classical Technique scorecard include?
SkillScorer's Ballet & Classical Technique scorecard covers 10 skills: Posture, Alignment and Turnout, Barre Work and Basic Positions, Centre Practice and Adage, Jumps, Allegro and Elevation, Turns and Pirouettes, Pointe Readiness and Foot Strength, Musicality and Rhythm, Performance Quality and Expression, Syllabus Knowledge and Exam Readiness and Class Etiquette and Discipline. Each one comes with a written description of what it measures, and you can edit, rename, remove or add skills to suit your organisation.
How are dancers scored in Ballet & Classical Technique?
Every dancer is scored from 1 to 10 on each skill (1 = Poor, 5 = Average, 10 = Elite), one class and year at a time. Scores autosave in the Skills Matrix, and the 18 built-in reports turn them into rankings, radar charts, skill gaps and year-on-year trends.
Which levels come with Ballet & Classical Technique?
Ballet & Classical Technique starts with these levels (called “Grade” in the app): Pre-Primary, Primary, Grade 1-2, Grade 3-4, Grade 5-6, Intermediate and Advanced. They are just a starting point, so you can rename, reorder or replace them.
Can I change the Ballet & Classical Technique skills and wording?
Yes. The skills, levels and labels are all editable per organisation. In dance schools & studios the app talks about dancers, classes and head teachers, and you can change any of those words too.
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