Downtown Location • 501 W. 3rd St.
Ballet Workshops for Adults Downtown
Learn to Dance & Stay Active Through Life!
It starts with a dream…
Whether you’re looking to fulfill a lifelong dream, explore a new passion, achieve a personal goal, or simply have fun, our adult workshops have something for everyone. Unlike our drop-in classes, workshops are enrollment-based with set start and end dates. Scroll down to explore our current offerings or click here to enroll online.
Explore our Ballet Workshops below!
Choose Ballet Workshops or Pointe Workshops, then use the filters to browse by class levels/styles, time of day, or instructor.
Ballet Workshops
Take a moment to imagine a studio full of adult students—many beginners—learning something new, fulfilling long‑held dreams, escaping life’s stresses for a bit, and experiencing the artistry of ballet. Not to mention getting a great workout. Our Ballet Workshops are enrollment‑based* and are the perfect place to begin if you have little or no ballet experience. Beyond the joy of learning ballet where Ballet Austin’s professional dancers train, these workshops offer physical, mental, and creative benefits for every adult student.
▼ Scroll within the box above to see all classes
Pointe Workshops
Pointe work brings a unique sense of accomplishment—adult dancers building strength, refining technique, and experiencing a new layer of ballet artistry. These workshops offer a focused training environment where you can challenge yourself, grow, and enjoy the satisfaction of developing true pointe skills. Our Pointe Workshops are enrollment‑based* and designed for dancers with prior ballet experience who are ready to safely progress onto pointe or deepen their existing pointe technique.
▼ Scroll within the box above to see all classes
You may also be interested in our drop-in dance & fitness classes. Start any time and come when you can! Click here to see the schedule.
Adult Ballet Summer Intensive & Showcase
More Important Info
***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 levels of the beginning workshops at Ballet Austin and those with little or no training).
All Workshops are non-refundable and non-transferrable
Workshops at a Glance
- Styles offered: Non-Pointe Ballet and Pointe workshops for adults
- Format: Enrollment-based with set start and end dates — not drop-in
- Schedule: Most workshops meet once weekly and run 4-6 weeks
- Location: Butler Center for Dance & Fitness, 501 W. 3rd Street, Downtown Austin, TX 78701
- Experience level: Non-Pointe workshops are perfect for beginners with little or no ballet experience. Pointe workshops require prior ballet experience.
- Pricing: View current pricing and special offers on our Pricing & Special Offers page
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior dance experience? For our Non-Pointe Ballet workshops, no prior experience is needed — they’re designed with Beginners in mind. Pointe workshops require prior ballet experience and are for dancers ready to safely progress onto pointe or deepen existing technique.
What’s the difference between Non-Pointe and Pointe workshops? Non-Pointe workshops focus on ballet fundamentals, technique, and artistry without pointe shoes — ideal for beginners and returning dancers. Pointe workshops are for dancers with a ballet foundation who are ready to work in pointe shoes.
What’s the difference between a workshop and a drop-in class? Workshops are enrollment-based with set start and end dates — you commit to the full session. Drop-in classes are offered weekly and you can start anytime. View the drop-in schedule here.
How do I enroll? Browse the Non-Pointe and Pointe tabs above, find the workshop that’s right for you, and click Sign Up directly within the schedule. You can also click here to view all enrollments online.
Where are the workshops held? All Ballet workshops are held at the Butler Center for Dance & Fitness at 501 W. 3rd Street in downtown Austin. We also offer workshops at our Dell JCC location in Northwest Austin.
What do I wear to a Ballet Workshop? 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.
Where can I park? We have a variety of Downtown parking options. Feel free to explore them on our Parking page
