Young Children’s Division (18 mos to Age 5)
Ballet Austin’s Young Children’s Division is now offering classes ONLINE and OUTDOORS!
About the Program
Our Young Children’s Division introduces children to the joy of dance through imaginative stories, music and games, while providing developmentally focused movement experiences.
Our instructors employ collective knowledge of early childhood development and philosophy of adult/child interaction when managing the content and delivery of this carefully crafted curriculum.
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. The curriculum is designed to enhance physical, cognitive, social and emotional skills through collaborative and cooperative games.
All students taking classes at both locations have the opportunity to view Ballet Austin’s professional dancers rehearse for upcoming performances in our downtown studios.
Ballet Austin Academy Benefits
Training at the Ballet Austin Academy offers many benefits for both the student and family:
- Receive The Sunday Jete’, the Young Children’s Division weekly newsletter
- Tickets to Ballet Austin performances at The Long Center, including The Nutcracker, offered at a 20-percent discount.
- Discounts to Butler Center for Dance & Fitness classes and workshops for parents.
- FREE BeWell Talks specifically designed for Academy parents and students.
- FREE or reduced-rate parking, on site or nearby.
Locations
Our Young Children’s Division classes are offered at several Austin locations. The curriculum, faculty, and dress code requirements are identical at all locations.
BA LIVE! REMOTE LEARNING
Zoom
BALLET AUSTIN @ THE J OUTDOOR PAVILION
Jewish Community Center (JCC)
7300 Hart Lane, Austin, Texas 78731 Map
IN STUDIO DOWNTOWN AUSTIN
Ballet Austin
501 W. 3rd Street Map
IN STUDIO NORTH CENTRAL AUSTIN
Jewish Community Center (JCC)
7300 Hart Lane, Austin, Texas 78731 Map
Registration Open for Spring 2021
Children should enroll according to their age on September 1, 2020.
BA LIVE! Remote Learning
Spring Semester Dates: January 5 thru May 30, 2021
DOWNLOAD PDF REGISTRATION FORM
Ballet Austin @ the J Outdoor Pavilion
Spring Semester Dates: February 20 thru May 30, 2021
**Classes will be canceled in Observance of Spring Break, Passover and Spring Holiday
REGISTER ONLINE OR DOWNLOAD PDF REGISTRATION FORM
If you have questions or need help registering, contact our Academy Registrar at 512.501.8703 or via email.
Emily McLaughlin, Academy Registrar
Meet Your Instructors
BA LIVE! Remote Learning
BA LIVE! remote learning classes are designed to provide students with the same guidance and encouragement crucial to a successful class experience from the safety and comfort of their own home.
You will notice that our teachers are broadcasting from the Ballet Austin studios downtown, but please know these classes are specifically designed for your home environment. With limited class sizes, our instructors can see, speak with, and offer feedback to those in class; while also allowing social interaction with their peers.
Class Descriptions and Schedules
Creative Dance (18 months to 4 years)
Creative Dance classes meet once a week for 30 minutes and are hosted on ZOOM. Students are placed according to their age as of September 1, 2020.
Creative Dance (Ages 18 months to 2)
Parents, grandparents, or caregivers join the fun in this sensory-rich movement experience that keeps children engaged with stories, dance games, rhythm and songs while learning new skills. Creative Dance is the perfect foundation for children to progress through the Young Children’s Division and beyond.
Creative Dance (Ages 3 to 4 years)
Our Creative Movement syllabus has been adapted to the virtual platform! Classes continue the structure of class begun in the younger level, and instill the physical and emotional confidence to explore and create independently. 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.
Tuesday
BA LIVE! Creative Dance for 2 year olds (A)
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Jessica Stroh
Saturday
BA LIVE! Creative Dance 18 mos – 2 years (B)
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Tori Johnson
Tuesday
BA LIVE! Creative Dance 3 – 4 years (A)
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Jessica Stroh
Saturday
BA LIVE! Creative Dance 3 – 4 years (B)
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Tori Johnson
Creative Ballet (Age 5)
Creative Ballet is open to children who have turned 5 by September 1, 2020. Classes are hosted on ZOOM and are 45 minutes in duration.
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.
Monday
BA LIVE! Creative Ballet 5 years (A)
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Casey Cisler
Saturday
BA LIVE! Creative Ballet 5 years (B)
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Tori Johnson
Ballet Austin @ the J Outdoor Pavilion
Grab a yoga mat or picnic blanket and join us for class under the shade of the Jewish Community Center’s Outdoor Pavilion!
In this outdoor space, our students are able to come together for a small sense of normal while maintaining safety protocols and social distance. Students are not required to wear the Ballet Austin Uniform and are encouraged to come dressed in outdoor play clothes.
Class Descriptions and Schedules
Creative Dance (18 months to 4 years)
Creative Dance classes meet once a week for 45 minutes under the Pavilion at the JCC. Students are placed according to their age as of September 1, 2020.
Creative Dance (Ages 18 months to 2)
Parents, grandparents, or caregivers join the fun in this sensory-rich movement experience that keeps children engaged with stories, dance games, rhythm and songs while learning new skills. Creative Dance is the perfect foundation for children to progress through the Young Children’s Division and beyond.
Creative Dance (Age 3 years)
The Creative Movement curriculum has been taken outside! Creative Dance continues the class structure introduce in the younger level in a safe outdoor environment, and instills the physical and emotional confidence to explore and create independently. 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 Dance (Age 4 years)
The Creative Movement curriculum has been taken outside! Creative Dance continues the class structure introduce in the younger level in a safe outdoor environment, and instills the physical and emotional confidence to explore and create independently. 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.
Saturday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 18 mos – 2 years (A)
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Casey Cisler
Sunday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 18 mos – 2 years (B)
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Casey Cisler
Saturday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 3 years (A)
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Casey Cisler
Sunday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 3 years (B)
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Casey Cisler
Saturday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 4 years (A)
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Casey Cisler
Sunday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Dance 4 years (B)
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Casey Cisler
Creative Ballet (Age 5)
Creative Ballet is open to children who have turned 5 by September 1, 2020. Classes meet once a week for 45 minutes under the Pavilion at the JCC.
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.
Saturday
BA@J Pavilion Creative Ballet 5 years
9:00 p.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Casey Cisler
In Studio Class Descriptions
Until such time as it is safe to gather together indoors, the Young Children’s Division will be hosting classes online and outdoors.
Dance with Me (Ages 18 months – 2 years)
Dance with Me is open to children (accompanied by an adult) who are 18 months to 2 years old by September 1, 2020.
Parents, grandparents, or caregivers join the fun in this 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 Movement classes.
Next Steps (Age 2)
Next Steps is open to children (accompanied by an adult) who are 2 years old by September 1, 2020.
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 Movement (Ages 3 & 4)
Creative Movement 3 and 4 is open to children who have turned 3 or 4, respectively, by September 1, 2020.
The Creative Movement 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.
At the end of the school year, Creative Movement students participate in in-studio Spring Presentations.
Creative Movement for Boys (Ages 4-5)
Creative Movement for Boys is open to children who have turned 4 or 5, respectively, by September 1, 2020.
Creative Movement for Boys is an imaginative curriculum that reflects their unique energy and interests. Themes include dinosaurs, jungle and ocean animals, outer space, robots, and much more. Students gain body awareness and confidence, while naturally being motivated to learn – individually and within the group. Acquiring new movement concepts and dance skills, they enjoy crafting their own dances and sharing with others, beginning the inquiry process of observing and reflecting. Creative Movement for Boys is a wonderful opportunity to connect, explore, and make new friends.
At the end of the school year, Creative Movement students participate in in-studio Spring Presentations.
Creative Ballet (Age 5)
Creative Ballet is open to children who have turned 5 by September 1, 2020.
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.
At the end of the school year, Creative Ballet students participate in in-studio Spring Presentations.
