Young Children’s Division (Ages 15 months to 5 years)
We are excited to announce that enrollment is open for the Young Children’s Division for the Fall/Spring 2024-2025 School Year.
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.
Our Young Children’s 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 Dell Jewish Community Center? Ask about your 20% discount.
BALLET AUSTIN ACADEMY BENEFITS
Training at the Ballet Austin Academy offers many benefits for both the student and family:
- Receive The Sunday Jeté, a monthly newsletter to keep you up to date
- Tickets to Ballet Austin performances at The Long Center, including The Nutcracker, are 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.
BALLET AUSTIN ACADEMY AT THE DELL JCC BENEFITS
Training at the Ballet Austin Academy offers many benefits for both the student and family:
- Receive The Sunday Jeté, a monthly newsletter to keep you up to date
- Tickets to Ballet Austin performances at The Long Center, including The Nutcracker, are 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.
Ballet Austin Academy
501 W 3rd St | Austin, TX | 78701
Enrolling September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J
7300 Hart Ln | Austin, TX | 78731
Ballet Austin Academy offers classes at the beautiful Dell Jewish Community Center
Enrolling September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS & SCHEDULES
Dance with Me (Ages 15 months – 2 years)
Dance with Me is open to children (accompanied by an adult) who are 15 months to 2 years old by September 1, 2024.
Dance With Me is a wonderful bonding and explorative experience for young dancers and their parents or caregiver. In this sensory-rich movement experience, dancers engage with stories, dance games, rhythm, and songs while learning how their bodies can move through space.
YCD classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at our downtown facility.
Wednesday
Dance With Me (1A)
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
LB Flett
Thursday
Dance With Me (1B)
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
V. Alcantar
Saturday
Dance With Me (1C)
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
V. Alcantar
Sunday
Dance With Me (1D)
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
LB Flett
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
Monday
Dance With Me (1A)
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Academy Instructor TBD
Saturday
Dance With Me (1B)
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
A. Mayhew
Sunday
Dance With Me (1C)
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
J. Stanfill
Next Steps (Age 2)
Next Steps is open to children (accompanied by an adult) who are 2 years old by September 1, 2024.
Next Steps is the perfect transition for young children who are becoming more independent. From the comfort of their parents or caregivers arms, students continue to learn in a sensory-rich movement experience with stories, dance games, rhythm and songs. As the year progresses, students are guided towards more independence as they step away from the comfort of their caregiver. By the end of the year, we hope these dancers are ready to take on Creative Dance with confidence!
YCD classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at our downtown facility.
Wednesday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2A)
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
LB Flett
Thursday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2B)
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
V. Alcantar
Saturday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2C)
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
V. Alcantar
Sunday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2D)
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
M. Ramirez
Sunday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2E)
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
LB Flett
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
Monday
Next Steps 2 (2A)
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
Academy Instructor TBD
Saturday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2B)
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
A. Mayhew
Sunday
Next Steps 2 yrs (2C)
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
J. Stanfill
Creative Dance (Ages 3 & 4)
Creative Dance 3 and 4 is open to children who have turned 3 or 4, respectively, by September 1, 2024.
Building on the fundamentals introduced in Dance With Me and Next Steps, Creative Dance is designed to gently introduce 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 dancers are led through a series of movement stories and ballet-based activities that appeal to all. Over the course of each year, activities become more challenging as dancers gain confidence in their coordination and skills.
YCD classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at our downtown facility.
Tuesday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3A)
3:45 – 4:30 p.m.
LB Flett
Wednesday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3B)
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
V. Alcantar
Saturday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3C)
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
M. Ramirez
Saturday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3D)
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
V. Alcantar
Sunday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3E)
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
M. Ramirez
Wednesday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4A)
4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
V. Alcantar
Thursday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4B)
3:45 – 4:30 p.m.
LB Flett
Saturday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4C)
10:15 – 11:00 a.m.
M. Ramirez
Sunday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4D)
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
M. Ramirez
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J classes will be held from September 3, 2024 – May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
Monday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3A)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
A. Spell
Wednesday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3B)
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
E. Lofton
Thursday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3C)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
A. Spell
Saturday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3D)
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
A. Mayhew
Sunday
Creative Dance 3 yrs (3E)
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
J. Stanfill
Monday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4A)
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
A. Spell
Wednesday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4B)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
E. Lofton
Thursday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4C)
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
A. Spell
Saturday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4D)
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
A. Mayhew
Sunday
Creative Dance 4 yrs (4E)
12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
J. Stanfill
Creative Ballet (Age 5)
Creative Ballet is open to children who have turned 5 by September 1, 2024.
The perfect balance of ballet basics and creative dance. Creative Ballet students develop their technique, gain body awareness, and refine basic skills while continuing to have imaginative and creative dance experiences. Students are taking a more active role in their own learning, acquiring the tools to collaborate, choreograph and exchange ideas with their peers. Our goal is for students to advance through Creative Ballet ready to step into Pre-Ballet.
YCD classes will be held from September 3, 2024 — May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at our downtown facility.
Tuesday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5A)
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
LB Flett
Thursday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5B)
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
LB Flett
Saturday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5C)
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
M. Ramirez
Sunday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5D)
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
LB Flett
Ballet Austin Academy @ the J classes will be held from September 3, 2024 — May 25, 2025. Classes will take place at the Dell Jewish Community Center.
Monday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5A)
4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
A. Spell
Wednesday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5B)
4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
E. Lofton
Saturday
Creative Ballet 5 yrs (5C)
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
E. Lofton
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Laura Beth “LB” Flett
Young Children’s Program Manager and Resident Instructor
Venese Alcantar
Instructor
Emily Lofton
Instructor
Siobhan O’Donnell, Academy Registrar
ENROLLMENT
Students should be enrolled based on their age on September 1, 2024. Young Children’s Division classes meet once a week for 45 minutes in duration.
If you have questions or need help registering, 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.
