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Academy FREE Introductory Classes

Join us and discover the lifelong benefits of dance at Ballet Austin!

Ballet Austin welcomes all prospective Pre-Ballet and Young Children’s Division students ages 6 months to 7 years. This is the perfect opportunity to visit Ballet Austin and learn more about the benefits of becoming a Ballet Austin Academy family.

We are proud to serve the Austin community in two locations.

Ballet Austin Academy

501 West 3rd Street | Austin, TX | 78701

Ballet Austin Academy @ the J

7300 Hart Lane | Austin, TX | 78731

Class Descriptions

Young Children’s Division

We are excited to introduce a new program designed for the smallest movers! For infants just beginning their journey into the world around them, the Baby Developmental Movement class is a safe and fun environment for babies and their caregivers to deepen their bond and begin connecting with others through movement!
This program is still in the early stages of development and has not yet been added to our regular calendar of classes, but stay tuned for more trial classes and the launch of this program!

Dance with Me is open to children (accompanied by an adult) 15 months to 2 years old by September 1, 2023.
Parent, grandparent, or caregiver join the fun in a sensory-rich movement experience that keeps children engaged with stories, dance games, rhythm and songs while learning new skills. Dance with Me is the perfect foundation for Creative Dance classes.

Next Steps is open to children (accompanied by an adult) who are 2 years old by September 1, 2023.
Next Steps is the perfect transitional class for young children who are becoming more independent. Parents, grandparents, or caregivers are still able to join the fun in this sensory-rich movement experience that keeps children engaged with stories, dance games, rhythm and songs while learning new skills. As the year progresses, the aim is to slowly withdraw parent involvement so children are ready to take on Creative Movement with confidence and excitement.

Creative Dance 3 and 4 is open to children who have turned 3 or 4, respectively, by September 1, 2023.
The Creative Dance syllabus is designed to gently introduce our youngest students to a structured and safe classroom environment, while instilling the physical and emotional confidence to explore and create. Classes are narrative in nature as students are led through a series of movement stories and ballet-based activities that appeal to both girls and boys. Social skills are also developed through collaborative and cooperative games

Creative Ballet 5 is open to children who have turned 5 by September 1, 2023.
Creative Ballet is a perfect balance of ballet basic’s and creative dance. Children are developing their technique, gaining body awareness and refining basic skills, while still having imaginative and creative dance experiences. They are taking a more active role in their own learning, acquiring the tools to collaborate, choreograph and exchange ideas with their peers. Students advance through Creative Ballet ready to step into the more structured world of Pre-Ballet.

 

Pre-Ballet Division

The curriculum of the Pre-Ballet Division is designed to be a bridge between the content and feel of the Young Children’s Division and the more traditional classical ballet format of the Elementary Division. We introduce more ballet components as we progress from 6 to 7-year-old classes and gently prepare students for Level 1 when they begin the progressive syllabus of the Elementary Division. This is the perfect opportunity to visit Ballet Austin and find out more about Ballet Austin Academy’s Pre-Ballet program.

Join us at Ballet Austin’s main location Downtown or at our Northwest location at The Dell Jewish Community Center for a 30-minute introductory class, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session to answer any questions about the curriculum, Ballet Austin Academy, and more.

Please register in advance as space is limited.

Wednesday, November 15

Join us at our Northwest location at The Dell Jewish Community Center for a 30-minute introductory class, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session to answer any questions about the curriculum, Ballet Austin Academy, and more.

Baby Developmental Class 1:15 - 2:30 PM Ballet Austin @ J

Baby Developmental Movement focuses on reflexive movement patterns babies develop in the first year of life. This is an excellent space to begin expanding tummy time so that babies can explore, reach for goals, and make new neuromuscular connections. Babies will enrich their development with sensory props, and parents and caregivers will be able to learn about their baby’s development in a safe, supportive community.

LB Flett

Wednesday, December 13

Join us at our Northwest location at The Dell Jewish Community Center for a 30-minute introductory class, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session to answer any questions about the curriculum, Ballet Austin Academy, and more.

Baby Developmental Class 1:15 - 2:30 PM Ballet Austin @ J

Baby Developmental Movement focuses on reflexive movement patterns babies develop in the first year of life. This is an excellent space to begin expanding tummy time so that babies can explore, reach for goals, and make new neuromuscular connections. Babies will enrich their development with sensory props, and parents and caregivers will be able to learn about their baby’s development in a safe, supportive community.

LB Flett

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