Evergreen School of Ballet at Ralston and Parmalee Elementary Schools!
In 2026, ESB will be offering fun dance classes at Ralston Elementary School on Tuesdays and Parmalee Elementary School on Wednesdays.
FAQs:
Q: Are these classes for all genders?
A: Yes!! ESB has lots of boys in our classes.
Every student is welcome.
Q: How much is it?
A: $85 per calendar month.
Q: How do I register?
A: Go to https://app.gostudiopro.com/online/evergreenballet, and create your account. Need help? just contact us! To register for the class, select Ralston 2026 or Parmalee 2026. Fall 2025 Ralston dancers are automatically re-enrolled.
Q: What's a combo dance class?
A: The class will include some ballet basics but also incorporate other fun dance styles.
Q: Are there discounts?
A: 5% off for 2 students from same family and Guard/Reserve, 10% off for 3 or more and for active duty military.
Q: Do I have to sign up for a whole year?
A: No! We bill a month at a time in advance. We ask if you're going to discontinue that you give us at least a week notice so we can invite someone from the waiting list.
Q: If I miss a class. Are there make-ups?
A: Students are welcome to drop in on an appropriate class at ESB's studios in Evergreen for make-ups. Contact us for info.
Q: What's the attire?
A: Comfortable clothes. Tights or shorts are ideal so the teacher can see the legs. Hair needs to be out of the face in a bun or a pony. Any students who want ballet shoes, ideal for all of the styles, can get them from ESB at a discount.
Q: How many will be in the class?
A: Minimum of 4 and maximum of 15. If more than 15 sign up, we will maintain a waiting list.
Q: Will there be snacks?
A: Because of allergies, we are not permitted to provide snacks. But, we will start class with a short snack & water break and we encourage you to send snacks because they are starving at that time (as you well know)!
Meet Your Teacher!
Gabby Giles
Mrs. Gabby is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and began her training with Philadelphia Dance Theater under the direction of Joy Delaney Capponi. Gabby continued her dance training at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music where she received a BFA in ballet and an English minor. While in college, she danced with the Richmond Ballet for two years as a trainee and performed classics such as Serenade, The Nutcracker, and Swan Lake. She was also a company member of Kim Robards Dance. Gabby has worked with artists such as Pablo Francisco Ruvalcaba, Colin Connor, Malcolm Burn, Jerri Kumery, Jasmine Grace and Deirdre Carberry during her professional career. Gabby is currently dancing with 3rd Law Dance/Theater as of Fall 2023. Mrs. Gabby teaches Ballet and Contemporary at the Evergreen School of Ballet. She may sub occasionally at Ralston and Parmalee.
Jennee Hancock
Ms. Jennee will be your primary teacher. She takes ballet at the Evergreen School of Ballet and is terrific at musical theater too!. Ms. Jennee runs our After School Enrichment programs. She is an active volunteer and presenter for the Evergreen Historical Society. More information about Ms. Jennee is coming soon!