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SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
We believe every artist deserves access to quality dance training.
Need support? Email theschool@openspace.dance.
Mini Creatives
Open Enrollment - No placement necessary
AGES // 2 - 5
​Our Mini Creatives Division is the perfect introduction to dance for your youngest movers. These classes offer a joyful, age-appropriate entry into movement and imagination in a studio setting. Through creative exploration, storytelling, music, and play, dancers develop mind-body awareness, confidence, and social-emotional skills—laying a strong foundation for future learning, both in and out of the studio.
Dancers take one 30- to 45-minute class per week, with or without a caretaker, depending on the class.
// Ages 2 - 3
SPACE TOTS
A joyful class for toddlers and their grown-ups to explore dance through music, props, and play—building creativity, coordination, and connection. Perfect for little ones not quite ready to dance on their own.
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Space Tots
STUDIO: THE STATION
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Fall Session: Sept 14 – Nov 16
Winter Session: Jan 7 – Mar 15
Spring Session: TBA
// Ages 2 - 3
WEEKLY SCHEDULE OPTION:
WEDNESDAYS
9:15 - 9:45am
TEACHER: ELLIE
SUNDAYS
9:15 - 9:45am
TEACHER: ELLA
CREATIVE
MOVEMENT
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// Ages 3 - 5
For young dancers ready to participate independently, these playful classes build confidence, coordination, and musicality through imaginative movement, rhythm, and early dance skills. (Caregivers may stay on site.)
Creative Movement 1
STUDIO: THE STATION
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE OPTION:
WEDNESDAYS
3:30 - 4:15pm
TEACHER: JESSICA
SATURDAYS
9:00 - 9:45am
TEACHER: ELLIE
// Ages 3 - 4
Creative Movement 2
STUDIO: THE STATION​​​
WEEKLY SCHEDULE OPTION:
THURSDAYS
3:30 - 4:15pm
TEACHER: CAITLIN
SUNDAYS
10:00 - 10:45am
TEACHER: ELLA
// Ages 4 - 5
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY
Performance
Mini Creatives Showcase
(Spring Session Only)
Date
May 31
Fee
$30
TUITION
Session Dates
Fall Session
(Sept 2 - Nov 25)
Spring Session
(Jan 5 - May 31)
Per
Session​
$340
$510
Monthly
(4-6 payments)
$85/month
(Sept - Dec)
$85/month
(Jan - Jun)
Little Artists Division
AGES // 5 - 10
Open Enrollment - No placement necessary
School Year Enrollment: 34 Weeks
Session Dates: September 2 - June 6
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The Little Artists Division offers a joyful, age-appropriate introduction to dance for young movers, welcoming both beginners and those continuing from early childhood programs. Dancers can explore ballet, jazz, or combine. Classes balance skill-building with play, improvisation, and creative expression, and students may enroll in 1–2 classes per week based on their interest and readiness. Hip Hop classes for ages 8–14 are also available through our Open Track.​
TUITION
Enrollment
1 Class
2 Classes
Yearly
$950
$1700
Monthly
(10 payments)
$95
$170
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY
Performance
Little Artists Showcase
Date
June 6
Fee
$60
CLASSES
Level 1
STUDIO: THE STATION
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Level 1 classes build a foundation in musicality, coordination, and expression through a blend of technical skill, improvisation, and play. Dancers explore movement in a supportive, structured environment that nurtures creativity and confidence.
// Ages 5 - 7
// For Ages 5 - 6
CLASS OPTIONS :
Creative Ballet 1
TEACHER: CAITLIN
THURSDAYS
4:15 - 5:10pm
Creative Jazz 1
TEACHER: CAITLIN
THURSDAYS
5:15 - 6:15pm
// For Ages 5 - 7
CLASS OPTIONS :
Creative Ballet + Jazz
TEACHER: ELLA
SUNDAYS
11:00am - 12:00pm
Level 2
STUDIO: THE STATION
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Level 2 classes build a foundation in musicality, coordination, and expression through a blend of technical skill, improvisation, and play. Dancers explore movement in a supportive, structured environment that nurtures creativity and confidence.
CLASS OPTIONS:
Creative Ballet 2
TEACHER: SARAH
TUESDAYS
4:15 - 5:10pm
Creative Jazz 2
TEACHER: JESSICA
WEDNESDAYS
4:15 - 5:10pm
// Ages 6 - 8
Level 3
STUDIO: THE STATION
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Level 3 classes continue to build technique, coordination, and expression with increased structure and challenge. Dancers refine their skills through a mix of technical training, improvisation, and creative exploration—laying the groundwork for Level 4 and the pre-professional track.
CLASS OPTIONS:
Ballet 3
TEACHER: MAEVE
MONDAYS
4:15 - 5:25pm
Contemporary 3
TEACHER: ELLIE
FRIDAYS
4:15 - 5:10pm
// Ages 7 - 10
Open Track // Hip Hop
AGES // 8 - 14
Open Enrollment - No placement necessary
School Year Enrollment: 34 Weeks
Session Dates: September 2 - June 6
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The Open Track Hip Hop program is ideal for recreational dancers or those enrolled in other divisions within The School at Open Space who want to enhance their rhythmic skills, musicality, and coordination.
Students may take ONE class per week, either as a standalone class or in addition to other dance forms in the Little Artists and Junior Artists Divisions. ​​​​​
TUITION
Enrollment
1 Class
Yearly
$950
Monthly
(10 payments)
$95
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY
Performance
Little Artists Showcase
Date
June 6
Fee
$60
CLASSES
Hip Hop I
TEACHER: Alani // STUDIO: THE STATION
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This is a supportive, high-energy class focused on expression, timing, and confidence-building through hip hop technique and choreography.
TIME SLOT:
FRIDAYS
5:15 - 6:10pm
// Ages 8 - 11
Hip Hop II
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Returning Spring 2026.
Interested in joining? Please reach out!
// Ages 12 - 14
TIME SLOT:
Currently
Unavailable
Junior Artists Division
Preparatory Division // Faculty Evaluation Required
AGES // 8 - 14
School Year Enrollment: 34 Weeks
Session Dates: September 2 - June 7
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The Junior Artists Division is a preparatory level to our pre-professional training track, designed for dancers ready to commit more time and focus to their training—while still enjoying the supportive and encouraging environment established in our Little Artists Division classes.​
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Dancers train 2 to 3 days per week, based on their performance goals
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Dancers must enroll in both ballet classes
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Contemporary may be taken independently or alongside ballet
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Hip Hop is available through our Open Track offerings
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We strongly recommend enrolling in all designated classes for your level to support technical growth, foster a close-knit peer group, and ensure consistent progress.​
LEVEL 4A & 4B +
JUNIOR ARTISTS COMPANY (JAC)
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// Ages 8 - 14
​​​​​​​All Level 4A & 4B dancers are eligible for Junior Artists Company (JAC), which meets on Saturdays during fall and spring sessions—dancers may join one or both. JAC provides valuable rehearsal and performance experience that supports technical growth in class. Participation is optional but strongly encouraged.
Level 4A
STUDIO: DISJECTA
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// Ages 8 - 12​
SCHEDULE:
​​Ballet 4A
TEACHER:
MARANDA & MAEVE
TUESDAYS
4:15 - 5:25pm
THURSDAYS
4:15 - 5:25pm
​​Contemporary 4A
TEACHER: SARAH
TUESDAYS
5:30 - 6:30pm
JAC
FALL
SATURDAYS
10:00 - 11:00am
OR 11:00am - 12:00pm
TIME ASSIGNED BY CASTING
JAC
SPRING
SATURDAYS
11:00am - 12:00pm
Level 4B
STUDIO: DISJECTA
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// Ages 10 - 14
SCHEDULE:
​​Ballet 4B
TEACHERS:
MARANDA & MAEVE
MONDAYS
4:15 - 5:40pm
WEDNESDAYS
4:15 - 5:30pm
Pre-Pointe 4B
TEACHER: MAEVE
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 - 6:00pm
Contemporary 4B
TEACHER: ANNA
WEDNESDAYS
6:00 - 7:00pm
JAC
FALL
SATURDAYS
10:00 - 11:00am
OR 11:00am - 12:00pm
TIME ASSIGNED BY CASTING
JAC
SPRING
SATURDAYS
11:00am - 12:00pm
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Performance
NOT-Cracker
Little Artists Showcase
Young Artists Showcase
Date
Dec 5-7
June 6
June 7
Notes
JAC only
(Tech Week: Dec 1-4)
All 4A/4B
JAC only
TUITION // LEVEL 4
Package
Full Curriculum 4A
Ballet Only 4A
Full Curriculum 4B
Ballet Only 4B
(Pre-Pointe required)
Contemporary Only 4A/4B
JAC (Fall + Spring)
JAC (Fall Only OR Spring Only)
Performance Fee
Yearly
$2400
$1850
$2800
$2275
$950
$400
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Monthly
(10 payments)
$240
$185
$280
$227.50
$95
$40
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One-Time
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$200
$75
Young Artists Division
AGES // 11 - 18
Pre-Professional Training Track // Faculty Evaluation Required
The Young Artists Division is a pre-professional training track designed to prepare young people for both professional and collegiate dance careers in dance, while fostering a positive, rigorous, and inspiring training environment. Our goal is to develop not only strong technicians but also lifelong supporters of the arts.
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Dancers in Levels 5 and 6 train 4 to 5 days per week, depending on age and placement. At this stage, students are asked to enroll in all sections of classes listed for their level to maintain training momentum, build strong peer connections, and support long-term progress.
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Pointe work is optional for all gender identities.
LEVEL 5 +
YOUNG ARTISTS COMPANY 2 (YAC 2)
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// Ages 11 - 15
​School Year Enrollment: 34 Weeks
Session Dates: September 2 - June 7
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Dancers enrolled in the full Level 5 curriculum are eligible to join the Young Artists Company 2 (YAC 2). YAC 2 meets twice per week and focuses on rehearsal and performance preparation. YAC 2 is optional, but highly encouraged. Participation builds stage confidence, deepens artistic growth, and prepares dancers for eventual progression to the Young Artists Company.​​
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CLASS SCHEDULE
Ballet 5
MONDAYS
5:30 - 7:00pm
TEACHER
MAEVE
STUDIO
THE STATION
YAC 2
MONDAYS
7:00 - 7:45pm
TEACHER
MAEVE
STUDIO
THE STATION
Ballet 5
TUESDAYS
5:15 - 6:30pm
TEACHER
MAEVE
STUDIO
THE STATION
Contemporary 5
TUESDAYS
6:30 - 7:45pm
TEACHER
KYLEE
STUDIO
THE STATION
Ballet 5
FRIDAYS
5:15 - 6:45pm
TEACHER
MARANDA
STUDIO
DISJECTA
Pointe 5
FRIDAYS
6:45 - 7:45pm
TEACHER
MARANDA
STUDIO
DISJECTA
YAC 2
SATURDAYS
10:00am - 12:00pm
TEACHER
MAEVE
STUDIO
THE STATION + DISJECTA
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Performance
NOT-Cracker
Little Artists Showcase
Young Artists Showcase
Date
Dec 5-7
June 6
June 7
Notes
Tech Week: Dec 1-4
YAC + YAC 2 + Senior Solos
YAC + YAC 2 + Select Solos
TUITION // LEVEL 5
Package
Full Curriculum
Full Curriculum w/o Pointe
YAC 2
Full Curriculum + YAC 2 + Perf. Fee
Full Curriculum (no Pointe) + YAC 2 + Perf. Fee
Performance Fee
Yearly
$4000
$3600
$650
$4825
$4425
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Monthly
(10 payments)
$400
$360
$65
$482.50
$442.50
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One-Time
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$175
LEVEL 6 +
YOUNG ARTISTS COMPANY (YAC)​
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// Ages 14 - 18
School Year Enrollment: 34 Weeks
Session Dates: September 2 - June 7
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Students enrolled in the full Level 6 curriculum are eligible to join the Young Artists Company (YAC). YAC meets three times per week and focuses on professional-level rehearsal and performance skills. Participation is optional but strongly recommended for those considering collegiate conservatories or advanced training programs.
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CLASS SCHEDULE
Ballet 6
MONDAYS
5:45 - 7:30pm
TEACHER
CHARLENE
STUDIO
DISJECTA
YAC
MONDAYS
7:30 - 8:30pm
TEACHER
CHARLENE
STUDIO
DISJECTA
Pointe 6
TUESDAYS
6:30 - 7:30pm
TEACHER
MARANDA
STUDIO
DISJECTA
Stretch + Strength
TUESDAYS
7:30 - 8:30pm
TEACHER
MARANDA
STUDIO
DISJECTA
Ballet 6
WEDNESDAYS
5:15 - 7:00pm
TEACHER
CHARLENE
STUDIO
THE STATION
YAC
WEDNESDAYS
7:00 - 8:30pm
TEACHER
CHARLENE
STUDIO
THE STATION
Contemporary 6
THURSDAYS
5:30 - 7:00pm
TEACHER
FRANCO
STUDIO
DISJECTA
YAC
THURSDAYS
7:00 - 8:00pm
TEACHER
FRANCO
STUDIO
DISJECTA
Ballet 6
SATURDAYS
12:00 - 1:45pm
TEACHER
MARANDA
STUDIO
THE STATION
Pointe 6
SATURDAYS
1:45 - 2:45pm
TEACHER
MAEVE
STUDIO
THE STATION
Contemporary 6
SATURDAYS
3:00 - 4:30pm
TEACHER
KYLEE
STUDIO
THE STATION
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Performance
NOT-Cracker
Open Space Too Shows
Little Artists Showcase
Young Artists Showcase
Date
Dec 5-7
Jan 30 + Feb 1
June 6
June 7
Notes
Tech Week: Dec 1-4
YAC only
YAC + YAC 2 + Senior Solos
YAC + YAC 2 + Select Solos
TUITION // LEVEL 6
Package
Full Curriculum
Full Curriculum w/o Pointe
YAC
Full Curriculum + YAC + Perf. Fee
Full Curriculum (no Pointe) + YAC + Perf. Fee
Performance Fee
Yearly
$4900
$4400
$650
$5725
$5225
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Monthly
(10 payments)
$490
$440
$65
$572.50
$522.50
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One-Time
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$175
Studio Closures
Please note the studio will be closed on the following days:
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Labor Day // all classes begin Tuesday, September 2
Halloween // Friday, October 31
Veterans Day // Tuesday, November 11
Winter Break // Wednesday, November 26 – Sunday, January 4
MLK Jr. Day // Monday, January 19
Presidents Day // Monday, February 16
Spring Break // Monday, March 23 – Sunday, March 29
Easter // Sunday, April 5
Mother’s Day // Sunday, May 10
Memorial Day // Monday, May 25
Key Dates
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All Classes Begin // Tuesday, September 2
NOT-Cracker Tech Rehearsals (Cast Only) // November 29 – December 4
NOT-Cracker Performances // December 5 – 7
Open Space Too Performances // January 29 & 30
Tech Checks (Levels 4–6) // March 16 – 21
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes // April 30
Mini Creatives Showcase //Sunday, May 31
Little Artists Showcase // Saturday, June 6
Young Artists Showcase // Sunday, June 7
Our Studio Locations
THE STATION
8311 N Denver Ave
Portland, OR 97217
DISJECTA STUDIO
8371 N Interstate Ave
Portland, OR 97217