Ballet Workshops for Adults
It’s never too late to learn something new!
Take a moment to imagine: a studio of adult students, all beginners, learning something new, fulfilling dreams, escaping life’s concerns for a bit, and experiencing the artistry of ballet. Not to forget getting in a great workout!
Ballet workshops are enrollment-based*, and are a great place to start if you have little or no ballet experience. Beyond the fun of learning ballet where Ballet Austin professional dancers train, the benefits of taking ballet range from physical benefits to mental and spiritual benefits, and fun! Scroll down for workshop options at Ballet Austin’s downtown location. Click here for our Dell JCC location.
- If you have ballet training you may also be interested in our Ballet Classes for adults. Just drop in! Start any time and come when you can.
Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshop for Adults at Ballet Austin
This workshop is one of the most popular we offer. And yes, we start at the absolute beginning. Designed for those who have never had a ballet class, this workshop teaches ballet from the very beginning. At the end of the session, you will have learned some of the fundamental positions, vocabulary, and basic principles of ballet.
START DATES at our DOWNTOWN Location (each option meets one hour weekly)
THERE ARE NO CLASSES THE FIRST WEEKEND OF APRIL
- Sundays, March 1 – April 12 @ 1:00 – 2:00pm (6 weeks; no class 04/05) – Lucy Record
- Mondays, March 2 – April 6 @ 11:30am – 12:30pm (6 weeks) – Rachel Aucoin
- Mondays, March 9 – April 13 @ 7:00 – 8:00pm (6 weeks) – Mia Moi
- Wednesdays, March 11 – April 15 @ 6:00 – 7:00 pm (6 weeks) – Mia Moi
For Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshops for Adults at our Dell JCC location CLICK HERE.
Instructor: Rachel Aucoin, Mia Moi, Lucy Record
Cost*: $165 (6 weeks)
For assistance with registration, please call (512) 501-8704.
*NOTE: Workshops are enrollment-based and are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and make-up classes are not available. Workshops are held at Ballet Austin’s Butler Dance Education Center, 501 W. 3rd St. 78701. Enrollment is required ahead of time. What to wear: Tights and a leotard for women. A T-shirt and/or shorts over your leotard are just fine if you feel more comfortable. Men may wear shorts or warm-ups and t-shirt. Ballet technique shoes required; canvas is recommended but leather is fine. Any dancewear store will carry shoes and dancewear but we do recommend Movin’ Easy at 7756 Northcross Drive.
- Already have experience? We offer drop-in ballet classes at several levels.
Beginning Ballet 2 Workshop for Adults at Ballet Austin
Beginning Ballet 2 is for adults who wish to continue the work of the Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshop, or have had an introduction to basic ballet and want a 4-week or 6-week refresher. This workshop will further prepare the adult beginner for beginning level drop-in ballet classes, or for the Beginning Ballet 3 Workshop (when offered). The Beginning Ballet 2 workshop will add more complex combinations and vocabulary and will develop confidence, coordination, strength, flexibility, and body awareness.
DATES at our DOWNTOWN Location: (each option meets one hour weekly)
- Sundays, March 1 – April 12 @ 2:15pm – 3:15pm — (6 weeks; no class on 04/05) – Lucy Record
- Monday, March 2 – April 6 @ 12:30 -1:30 pm — (6 weeks) – Rachel Aucoin
- Monday, March 9 – April 13 @ 8:00 – 9:00pm — (6 weeks) – Mia Moi
Instructor: Rachel Aucoin, Mia Moi, Lucy Record
Cost*: $165
For assistance with registration, please call (512) 501-8704.
*NOTE: Workshops are enrollment-based and are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and make-up classes are not available. Workshops are held at Ballet Austin’s Butler Dance Education Center, 501 W. 3rd St. 78701. Enrollment is required ahead of time.
Already have experience? We offer drop-in ballet classes at several levels.
Beginning Ballet 3 Workshop for Adults at Ballet Austin
Beginning Ballet 3 is for adults who wish to continue the work of the Beginning 2 Ballet Workshop, have had an introduction to basic ballet, or want a refresher before trying a drop-in beginning level class. This workshop will further prepare the adult beginner for Beginning Ballet drop-in classes and will add more complex combinations and center work. Develop confidence, coordination, strength, flexibility, and body awareness. And enjoy a great workout!
You may also be interested in our drop-in ballet classes for adults. Start any time and come when you can.
Start Dates at our Downtown Location:
- Sundays, March 1 – April 12 @ 330-445pm (6 weeks; no class on 04/05) – Lucy Record
- Wednesdays, March 4 – April 8 @ 11:30am – 12:30pm (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Mondays, March 9 – April 13 @ 5:15 – 6:15pm (6 weeks) – Mia Moi
Instructor: Mia Moi & Lucy Record
Cost*: $165 for the 1 hours weekday workshops, $205 for the 1.25 hr weekend workshop
For assistance with registration, please call (512) 501-8704.
*NOTE: Workshops are enrollment-based and are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and make-up classes are not available. Workshops are held at Ballet Austin’s Butler Dance Education Center, 501 W. 3rd St. 78701. Enrollment is required ahead of time.
Beginning Ballet POINTE 1 Workshop
The Beginning Ballet Pointe Workshop 1 is for Adults with little or no pointe training who want to give point a try – (must be 17 or older with ballet experience and currently taking ballet at an intermediate level)*
This 6-week workshop meets for only 30 minutes weekly and is designed for adults to put on pointe shoes for the first time, or for the first time in a long time, starting at the absolute beginning.
Students should have pointe shoes but are also welcome to take the workshop as a pre-pointe workshop in technique shoes. We HIGHLY recommend taking the Ballet Technique class from 7-830pm before the workshop.
The 30-minute class will take place at the barre for safe and effective learning.
*For the safety of the students, we require previous and current ballet class attendance to ensure strong ankles and feet. This workshop is not for beginners to ballet. The ability to participate is always under the discretion of the instructor.
Dates & Time:
- Wednesdays, March 4 – April 8 @ 8:30-9:00pm – (6 weeks)
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $82 – 6 weeks – 30 minutes each class
Beginning Ballet POINTE 2 Workshop
The Beginning Ballet Pointe Workshop 1 is for Adults with some pointe training who want to continue their pointe work – (must be 17 or older with ballet experience and currently taking ballet classes)*
This 6-week workshop meets for only 30 minutes weekly and is designed for adults to put on pointe shoes for the first time, or for the first time in a long time, starting at the absolute beginning.
Students should have pointe shoes but are also welcome to take the workshop as a pre-pointe workshop in technique shoes.
The 30-minute class will take place at the barre for safe and effective learning. We HIGHLY recommend taking the Ballet Technique class from 10-1130am on Thursdays in tandem with this workshop.
*For the safety of the students, we require previous and current ballet class attendance to ensure strong ankles and feet. This workshop is not for beginners to ballet. The ability to participate is always under the discretion of the instructor.
DATES: Mondays, March 2 – April 6 @ 11:30am – 12:00pm (6 weeks)
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $82- 6 weeks – 30 minutes each class
Ballet POINTE Level 3 – Intermediate to advanced level dancer
Must be 16 or older with previous ballet technique experience (at the intermediate level ballet) and some pointe work. 45 minute classes
It is recommended that participants take the Intermediate Level drop-in ballet class scheduled right before this workshop start time. Taking regular ballet classes is strongly encouraged.
DATES: Tuesdays, March 3 – April 7 @ 8:15 – 9:00pm (6 weeks)
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $123 for 6 weeks – 45 minutes each week
Ballet Floor Barre Workshop for Adults
This 4-week workshop meets weekly for one hour. Being on the floor helps reinforcing proper body placement and positioning. It’s especially helpful for rehabilitation and for isolating movements without joint stress. Proper foot placement, turnout from the hips, and leg extensions can be fine-tuned more slowly and intentionally on the floor. These concentrated exercises carry beautifully into standing work, allowing dancers to return to the barre and center with cleaner lines, greater precision, and a more effortless sense of control.
Students should bring a mat to class with them. This Ballet Floor Barre is a great pairing with the 9:15 am drop-in Ballet class.
Dates & Time:
- Fridays, March 13 – April 10: 11:00am – 12:15pm (4 weeks; no class on 04/03)
Cost: $138 (4 weeks)
Instructor: Selena Offenberg
