Classical Ballet Academy

06/02/2026

Classical Ballet Academy of MN is dedicated to pursuit of joy, wonder and artistry of dance. Please enjoy this small offering of these pursuits by our dancers of all ages. Have a wonderful day,

04/18/2026

Andrew Rist will teach Beginning and Intermediate Adult Classes this Summer beginning June 8. Come and enjoy the fun, friends and a good time dancing at CBA

04/16/2026

Enjoy this selection from the new ballet 'Vivaldi' choreographed by artistic director Andrew Rist. It will be presented May 8-9 on the 37th Annual Minnesota Dance Festival at EM Pearson Theater , Concordia University, St Paul. And, as always, other dance companies and choreographers will be presented. A few of those participating this year include: Keane Sense of Rhythm, Gianna Isaacson, Joseph Wurm, Minnesota Ballet, Wattanak Dance Troupe, Kala Vandernam and others. Get your tickets now.

03/29/2026

The Proof Of A Good Dance Studio Lies In The Dancers It Produces.

CBA provides quality ballet and contemporary dance training and performance including Ballet Minnesota's Nutcracker for ages 4-Adult

03/23/2026

A few photos of Level 3 taking pre-pointe and technique class at CBA

03/23/2026

Unlock your inner ballerina like Olive, who started her journey with our Level 3 Pre-Pointe classes (ages 10-12) under the expert guidance of Cheryl Rist at Classical Ballet Academy of Minnesota. This summer join us for a range of exciting programs: Adult classes, Pre-Ballet Workshop, Level 1-2 Camp, Intensive Summer DanceCamp, Private Lessons. Plus, get ready to shine on stage in Ballet Minnesota's Classic Nutcracker choreographed by Andrew Rist when you continue classes in the Fall

CBA provides quality ballet and contemporary dance training and performance including Ballet Minnesota's Nutcracker for ages 4-Adult

03/18/2026

Boy's Require a different class just like girls require a pointe class. Elements of stretch, strength, jumps and turns are focused on.

CBA provides quality ballet and contemporary dance training and performance including Ballet Minnesota's Nutcracker for ages 4-Adult

03/13/2026

Get Ready For Fun, Friends and Dancing This Summer. Classical Ballet Academy of MN's exciting Summer Classes start June 8, featuring Pre-Ballet Workshops, Intensive DanceCamp, Level 1-2 Camp, Regular Summer Classes, and Adult Classes. Spread the word!

CBA provides quality ballet and contemporary dance training and performance including Ballet Minnesota's Nutcracker for ages 4-Adult

03/04/2026

Summer Classes at Classical Ballet Academy of MN begin June 8. Spread the word. Pre-Ballet Workshops, Intensive summer DanceCamp, Level 1-2 Camp, Regular Summer Classes and Adult Classes. Have a wonderful day.

CBA provides quality ballet and contemporary dance training and performance including Ballet Minnesota's Nutcracker for ages 4-Adult

12/21/2025

Enjoy this small sampling of photos of this year's Ballet Minnesota production of the Nutcracker (taken by Emily Charais). There is still one performance left this afternoon at 2pm at O'Shaughnessy. These photos confirm what the critics have written: "This Radiant Production Brought The Spirit of Christmas Thundering Back." Happy holidays to one and all