Meet the Owner/Artistic Director
Brittany Drushal
Brittany is a professionally trained former ballerina who has performed with companies such as the Joffrey Ballet and Dayton Ohio Ballet and had the honor of being invited to perform with the Moscow Ballet. Her journey in dance began with Ballet Omaha, where her passion for the art form flourished at a young age. Brittany received training from iconic mentors, including Patsy Swayze—renowned teacher and mother of Patrick Swayze—and Prima Ballerina Assoluta, Maria Tallchief, during her time with the Chicago Festival Ballet. She also gained invaluable experience studying with world-class dancers from institutions like the Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, NYC Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Miami City Ballet, and Kirov Ballet. Brittany later earned a BFA in Dance, training under the beloved, Randall Newsom, a former Royal Danish Ballet member.
For over 20 years, Brittany has taught dance to students of all ages, from toddlers as young as two to advanced professional dancers. A former adjunct professor at the University of Florida, she is committed to fostering growth through her teaching philosophy, which emphasizes setting individualized, challenging, yet attainable goals for her students. With expertise in a wide range of ballet techniques (Cecchetti, Vaganova, Bournonville, RAD, French School, and Balanchine), Brittany prepares her students to become versatile and well-rounded dancers. This comprehensive approach ensures they are equipped to pursue opportunities with ballet companies that best complement their physical strengths and artistic style.
Brittany's rich background and profound love for ballet inspired her to find ways to share this beautiful art form with a broader audience. She recognized a gap in the full-inclusion of neurodivergent children in extracurricular activities, particularly in arts programs. This realization sparked her passion for creating programs that allow all children to experience the joy of dance in an environment where they feel welcomed, valued, and appreciated.
PRICING
For Creative Movement I/II and Ballet I/II
$60/month for 1 class per week
+$30/month for each additional class per week
For Ballet III/IV/V and Pointe I/II/III
$90/month for 1 class per week
Classes begin the week of January 5th, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions:
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While these classes can compliment existing therapy your child may be receiving, these classes are NOT therapy. They should be thought of as elective extra-curricular activities only.
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There is currently no required uniform. However, we recommend you have your child wear clothing they can freely, comfortably, and confidently move in (i.e. sweat pants or yoga pants and a t-shirt). Please try to remember not to send your child in jeans or a dress/skirt unless there are bike shorts worn underneath.
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It depends.
Ballet: If your child is enrolled in ballet technique classes then soft, split-sole ballet shoes are recommended for class. If your child can’t tolerate them or needs help adjusting to them, please let us know and their needs will be accommodated.
Creative Movement: No special shoes are required at this time.
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Not at this time.
PAS BALLET is not yet an approved provider with the Step Up Scholarship Program. We have submitted our application and will let our members know when PAS BALLET is approved.
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Payments can be made via credit/debit card.
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You can set up automatic payment to be withdrawn the first Friday of each month. If you begin classes in the middle of the month you will be prorated based on your start date.
If your card is denied on the first Friday of the month, you will be charged on an $20 late fee for that month.
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Not at this time.
If you miss a class you will not be reimbursed. Payments are made monthly as part of the membership plan.
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PAS BALLET does not believe in any hidden fees, including administrative fees.
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You may cancel anytime via email and your credit/debit card will not be charged for the following month. You will not not be reimbursed the remainder of the month in which you cancelled.
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We are working with your ABA provider to hold classes at their facility for your convenience. Class times are coordinated with your ABA provider during their operating hours.
