Ballet Classes in Austin for Ages 6–7 | Pre-Ballet Division
Ballet Austin Academy’s Pre-Ballet Division
Fun, Educational Ballet Classes for Young Children | Now Enrolling Downtown & at The J
Why Pre-Ballet is the Perfect Next Step for Young Dancers
Ballet Austin’s Pre-Ballet Classes in Austin for ages 6–7 provide the perfect bridge between our Young Children’s Division and the Elementary Division. Students build fundamental ballet skills while enhancing coordination, creativity, and musicality.
Pre-Ballet 6 is open to children who have turned 6 by September 1, 2026.
Pre-Ballet 7 is open to children who have turned 7 by September 1, 2026.
Our Pre-Ballet Division classes are offered at two Austin locations. The curriculum, faculty, and dress code requirements are identical at all locations.
Are you a member of the Dell Jewish Community Center? Ask about your 20% discount.
Why Train at Ballet Austin Academy?
- This program is a prelude to formal ballet instruction and introduces children to music and movement through a structured progression that emphasizes creativity and group interaction.
- The Pre-Ballet syllabus is introduced at a time when fine and gross motor skills are becoming more refined.
- By introducing students to the basic shapes, positions, postures, and traditions of classical ballet, the Pre-Ballet curriculum enhances both cognitive and physical development at this important time.
- At the end of the School Year, Pre-Ballet students participate in the Academy Spring Presentation.
Ballet Austin Academy Benefits — What's Included?
- Students at our Butler Center for Dance Education location train in the same state-of-the-art facilities as Ballet Austin’s professional dancers, providing the opportunity/access to view Company rehearsals of upcoming performances.
- 20% discount on all single tickets for Ballet Austin’s five annual productions at The Long Center, including The Nutcracker.
- Discounts for parents for Butler Center for Dance & Fitness classes and workshops.
- FREE or reduced-rate parking, on-site or nearby.
Pre-Ballet Classes in Austin for Ages 6–7 at Two Locations
Class Descriptions & Weekly Schedules
Pre-Ballet 6
Open to children who have turned 6 by September 1, 2026. Pre-Ballet 6 classes meet once a week for 45 minutes.
Classes run September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027 at our downtown facility.
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Ballet 6 (A) | Monday | 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. | K. Rustagi |
| Pre-Ballet 6 (B) | Tuesday | 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. | K. Rustagi |
| Pre-Ballet 6 (C) | Thursday | 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. | K. Rustagi |
| Pre-Ballet 6 (D) | Saturday | 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | TBD |
| Pre-Ballet 6 (E) | Saturday | 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. | TBD |
Classes run September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027 at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Pre-Ballet 6 (A) | Monday | 5:15 – 6:00 p.m. | TBD |
| Pre-Ballet 6 (B) | Tuesday | 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. | TBD |
| *Pre-Ballet 6 (C) | Saturday | 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | A. Sarnopant |
| *Pre-Ballet 6 (D) | Sunday | 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. | A. Sarnopant |
*These classes are impacted by JCC holiday closures. Please refer to the JCC calendar for cancellation and make-up classes.
Pre-Ballet 7
Open to children who have turned 7 by September 1, 2026. Pre-Ballet 7 classes meet once a week for 60 minutes.
Classes run September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027 at our downtown facility.
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Ballet 7 (A) | Tuesday | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | L. Eicher |
| Pre-Ballet 7 (B) | Wednesday | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | K. Rustagi |
| Pre-Ballet 7 (C) | Saturday | 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | TBD |
| Pre-Ballet 7 (F) | Saturday | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | TBD |
Classes run September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027 at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
| Class | Day | Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Ballet 7 (A) | Wednesday | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | TBD |
| *Pre-Ballet 7 (B) | Saturday | 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. | A. Sarnopant |
| *Pre-Ballet 7 (C) | Sunday | 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. | A. Sarnopant |
*These classes are impacted by JCC holiday closures. Please refer to the JCC calendar for cancellation and make-up classes.
Meet Your Instructors
Katelyn Rustagi
Academy Programs Manager and Resident Instructor
Alexis ‘Lexi’ Eicher
Company Dancer and Instructor
Alison Spell
Instructor
Anamika Sarnopant
Instructor
Siobhan O’Donnell,
Academy Registrar
Enrollment — Pre-Ballet Classes in Austin Ages 6–7
Children should be enrolled based on their age as of September 1, 2026. Pre-Ballet classes meet one time per week.
If you have questions or need help enrolling your student, contact our Academy Registrar at 512.501.8703 or via email.
FOR CURRENT DELL JCC MEMBERS
Members of the Dell Jewish Community Center receive a 20% discount on all Ballet Austin classes offered at the Dell JCC. Being a Dell JCC member is not required to enroll.
- IF you are currently an active Member of the Dell Jewish Community Center, please follow these steps to have the JCC Member ID added to your Ballet Austin MINDBODY account:
- Create a Ballet Austin MINDBODY account (online scheduling system) – Create a Ballet Austin MINDBODY account
- Please email the Registrar your full name to be verified and receive the JCC membership ID on your Ballet Austin MINDBODY account
- Once you are verified as a current JCC member, and the JCC Membership ID is added to your Ballet Austin MINDBODY account, the 20% discount applies automatically when enrolling.
Ballet Austin Academy Downtown
September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J
September 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027
