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)
- Sundays, TBD
- Wednesdays, June 4 – July 9: 11:30am – 12:30pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
- Wednesdays, June 4 – July 9: 5:45pm – 6:45pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
- Saturdays, June 7 – July 12: 12:00pm – 1:00pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
For Absolute Beginning Ballet Workshops for Adults at our Dell JCC location CLICK HERE.
Instructor: Megan Richard, Lucy Record, Mia Moi
Cost*: $160 for the 6-week workshops
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, TBD
- Mondays, June 2 – July 7: 11:30am – 12:30pm (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
- Wednesdays, June 4 – July 9: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (6 weeks-) Megan Richard
Instructor: Megan Richard, Lucy Record
Cost*: $160 for the 6-week workshops
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, TBD
- Mondays, June 2 – July 7: 12:30pm – 1:30pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
Instructor: Lucy Record, Megan Richard
Cost*: $160 for the 6-week workshops
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.
Continuing Ballet POINTE – a summer workshop!
Continuing pointe for those who have taken the beginning pointe workshop or have had pointe training – For those who already have experience en pointe. Not intended as an absolute beginning Pointe workshop.
For adults (and teens ages 15 and older) who currently take Ballet classes at the Intermediate level and desire to strengthen their Pointe technique.
It is highly recommended to also take the drop-in Ballet Beginning 2 class on Tuesdays for warming up and strengthening.
If you have not taken a Pointe class at Ballet Austin, we recommend taking a Ballet class before the start date of the workshop and then consulting with the instructor afterwards about the feasibility of going en pointe. (this is not for absolute beginners)
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:
- Tuesdays, June 3 – July 8: 7:30pm – 8:00pm (30 minutes)
Cost: $80 – 6 weeks – 30 minutes each class
Instructor: Kaelie Geiser
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.
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, Returns in fall
Cost: $ – 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.
*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: Returns Fall 2025
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $ – 6 weeks – 30 minutes each class
Ballet POINTE Level 3 & Performance Showcase! – 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.
SHOWCASE on the final day!
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: Returns Fall 2025
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $ for 6 weeks – 45 minutes each week
Adult Ballet Summer Intensive & Showcase – First Week in August 2025!
Improve technique, strengthen ballet muscles, and learn excerpts from La Bayadere with a showcase performance on the final day!
Ballet Austin’s Adult Ballet Summer Intensive will include 20 hours of technique, choreography, supplemental classes and a performance showcase.
Tuesday, August 5 – Saturday, August 9, 2025.
Tuesday 08/05
- 10:00am-11:30am Ballet Technique
- 11:45am-12:30pm Auxiliary Class*
- 12:30-1:30pm Lunch
- 130-3pm Repertory: La Bayadere
Wednesday 08/06
- 10:00am-11:30am Ballet Technique
- 11:45am-12:30pm Auxiliary Class*
- 12:30-1:30pm Lunch
- 130-3pm Repertory: La Bayadere
Thursday 08/07
- 10:00am-11:30am Ballet Technique
- 11:30am-12:30pm Lunch
- 12:30pm-2:15pm Repertory: La Bayadere
- 2:15pm-3:00pm Auxiliary Class*
Friday 08/08
- 10:00am-1130am Ballet Technique
- 11:45am-12:30pm Auxiliary Class*
- 12:30pm-1:00pm Lunch
- 1:00pm-3:00pm Repertory: La Bayadere
Saturday 08/09
- 10:00am-1130am Ballet Technique
- 11:30am-12:30pm Lunch
- 12:30pm-1:30pm Repertory: La Bayadere
- 1:30pm-2:00pm Hair/Makeup/Costumes
- 2:00pm-2:30pm Review & Run-through
- 2:30pm-3:00pm Showcase – friends and family welcome to attend!
*Auxiliary class may include PBT, Pre-Pointe/Pointe, Stretch, Pilates Mat, Turns/Leaps Technique, Allegro/Adagio Technique, Variations etc.*
(All Repertory classes taught by Selena Offenberg, Some Technique/Auxiliary classes taught by other BA Instructors)
The Intensive is designed specifically for adults and older teens with a passion for ballet and a love for dance who have ballet experience**.
Dates & Times: August 5-9, 2025: 10:00am – 3:00pm – Registration coming soon!
**The Intensive is open to all identities and genders and to those who regularly take the Beginning level 1 drop-in ballet through Intermediate levels at Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance & Fitness, and those who have regular training at another studio or Ballet Austin Academy. (It is not recommended for those who have only completed the Adult Ballet Beginning Workshops 1-3 at Ballet Austin and those with little or no training)
Instructor: Selena Offenberg and other instructors for supplemental classes
Cost: $360 for 5 days and performance showcase
