named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Ballet Productions
Stages full-length ballet performances including "The Nutcracker," "Swan Lake," "Sleeping Beauty," and original works like "Alice in Wonderland" and "Carnival of the Animals"
Ballet Training Program
Structured ballet instruction for ages 3 and up across six levels from PreBallet to Ballet V, with progressive technical training, performance preparation, and pointe work
Jazz and Modern/Contemporary Dance
Offers jazz classes for intermediate and advanced dancers and modern/contemporary dance instruction through guest artist Beth Fecteau of Nacre Dance Group
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 3 activities
- Adult and community dance programsOffers dance instruction and classes for adults, including drop-in ballet and pointe classes, core workouts, and modern dance, with flexible pricing and payment options. Programs are available year-round and include classes for teens and adults of varying skill levels.
- Dance instruction for children and youthProvides structured ballet, jazz, modern, and pointe classes for children and youth ages 4–18, organized by age and skill level, including technique development, choreography, and performance preparation. Classes follow standardized dress codes and are offered weekly, with specialized programs for beginning, intermediate, and advanced dancers.
- Summer and seasonal dance programsOperates weeklong and multi-week summer dance programs for students aged 4 and older, as well as seasonal modern dance sessions taught by guest artists, including a four-week fall and spring program led by Beth Fecteau of Nacre Dance Group.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Choreography and artistic collaborationCommissions and presents original contemporary and modern dance works created by local choreographers, and provides students with performance opportunities in professional productions such as Nacre Dance Group’s Nutcracker at The Egg in Albany.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Performance outreach and community engagementConducts outreach by performing at community events and organizations such as the Saratoga Springs First Night Festival, Yaddo, YMCA of Saratoga, Wesley Retirement Center, and Saratoga ArtsFest to expand access to ballet for diverse audiences.
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Annual Ballet Performances with Community Engagement 1 activity
- Student dance performances and productionsProduces annual performances including The Nutcracker, a Spring show featuring full ballets and excerpts (e.g., Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Giselle), and original full-length ballets such as “Alice in Wonderland” and “Carnival of the Animals.” Students perform at local venues and community events including The Egg, Skidmore College, and Saratoga ArtsFest.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Studio operations and rentalsOperates a dance studio facility with scheduled class hours Monday through Saturday and offers year-round studio rentals on a first-come, first-served basis for external use.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$183K
Contributions & grants$1K1%
Program service revenue$181K99%
Investment income$270%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$169K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$72K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$147K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$147K
4 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +23.6%
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company Partner — Faculty member performs with and presents choreography through this organization.
- Nacre Dance Group Partner — Beth Fecteau of Nacre Dance Group teaches modern dance classes at Saratoga City Ballet for four weeks each in fall and spring.
- Nacre Dance Group Partner — Collaborates by allowing Saratoga City Ballet students to audition for roles in its annual Nutcracker production.
- SCB Board Members Network — Board members contribute to the design and operation of the organization, including website development.
- SCB Board Members Partner — Board members contribute to the design and operation of the organization's website
- Saratoga Children’s Museum Partner — Performs at the Saratoga Children’s Museum, indicating a community partnership.
- Saratoga City Ballet Network — Member organization providing ballet education and performances.
- Saratoga City Ballet Board Members Network — Board members designed the organization's website.
- Saratoga City Ballet, Inc. Network — Organization operating under the legal name Saratoga City Ballet, Inc.
- Saratoga Dance Partner — Recommended provider for dance attire, shoe fittings, and accessories for students.
- School of American Ballet Partner — Alumni affiliation and training pipeline for School Director.
- Skidmore Dance Theater Partner — Performance venue for Saratoga City Ballet's annual Nutcracker production.
- Wesley Retirement Center Partner — Performs at the Wesley Retirement Center, indicating intergenerational or community wellness outreach.
- YMCA of Saratoga Partner — Performs at the YMCA of Saratoga, indicating a community engagement partnership.
- Yaddo Partner — Performs at Yaddo, indicating a collaborative or invited performance relationship.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Ability-Based Progression Modelmethodology: ability_based_progressionBy advancing students based on individual physical and cognitive development rather than age, the organization promotes equitable skill development and appropriate challenge, because standardized age-based placement fails to account for developmental variability in dance training.
- Artistry as Expressive Communicationmethodology: artistry-as-communicationBy teaching ballet as a form of communication and conceptual expression, the organization deepens engagement and artistic growth, because technical proficiency alone does not cultivate meaningful performance or long-term connection to the art form.
- Arts-Based Youth Development Through Structured Dance Educationmethodology: arts-based_youth_developmentBy providing structured dance education that builds technical and performance skills, the organization supports holistic youth development, because disciplined engagement with the arts fosters personal growth, discipline, and self-expression.
- Injury-Preventive Dance Training Using Science-Based Methodsmethodology: injury-preventive_dance_trainingBy integrating kinesiology and physiological science into dance instruction, the organization reduces injury risk and supports sustainable training, because biomechanically informed practice aligns technique with bodily health and long-term dancer development.
- Professional Training-Informed Pedagogymethodology: professional-training-pathwayBy grounding instruction in methodologies from nationally recognized ballet institutions and professional performance experience, the organization produces higher artistic standards and student development, because professional-grade training frameworks yield more effective technical and artistic outcomes.