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.
FALL START DATES at our DOWNTOWN Location: (each option meets one hour weekly)
- Saturdays, September 16 – October 21: 12:00pm – 1:00pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
- Sundays, September 17 – October 22: 1:00pm – 2:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Sundays, September 17 – October 22: 2:45pm – 3:45pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard
- Mondays, October 23 – December 4: 11:30am – 12:30pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard – no class Thanksgiving week
- Saturdays, October 28 – December 9: 12:00pm – 1:00pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard – no class Thanksgiving week
- Sundays, October 29 – December 10: 1:00pm – 2:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record – no class Thanksgiving week
- Sundays, October 29 – December 10: 2:45pm – 3:45pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard – no class Thanksgiving week
For Absolute Beginning Ballet for Adults at our Dell JCC location CLICK HERE.
Instructor: Megan Richard, Lucy Record
Cost*: $156 for the 6-week fall 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.
FALL START DATES:
- Sundays, September 17 – October 22: 2:15pm – 3:15pm (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Mondays, October 23 – December 4: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (6 weeks) – Megan Richard (no class Thanksgiving week)
- Sundays, October 29 – December 10: 2:15pm – 3:15pm (6 weeks) – Lucy Record (no class Thanksgiving week)
Instructor: Megan Richard, Lucy Record
Cost*: $156 for the 6-week fall 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.
FALL START DATE:
- Sundays, September 17 – October 22: 3:30pm – 4:30pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Wednesdays, October 25 – December 6: 5:45pm – 6:45pm – (6 weeks) – Megan Richard – Class does not meet Thanksgiving week
- Sundays, October 29 – December 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record – Class does not meet Thanksgiving week
Instructor: Lucy Record, Megan Richard
Cost*: $156 for the 6-week fall 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.
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.
Date & Time:
- Mondays, September 11 – October 16: 8:30pm – 9:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Mondays, October 23 – December 4: 8:30pm – 9:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record – No class during Thanksgiving week
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $78 – 6 weeks
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.
FALL DATES:
- Mondays, September 11 – October 16: 1:15pm – 1:45pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Mondays, October 23 – December 4: 1:15pm – 1:45pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record – No class during Thanksgiving week
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $78 for 6 weeks
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.
FALL DATES:
- Tuesdays, September 12 – October 17: 8:15pm – 9:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record
- Tuesdays, October 24 – December 5: 8:15pm – 9:00pm – (6 weeks) – Lucy Record – No class during Thanksgiving week
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $132 – 6 weeks
Ballet Beginner ALLEGROS Workshop
*It is recommended that participants take the 1:15pm Beginning drop-in ballet class scheduled right before this workshop to be warm and prepared for class.
FALL DATES:
- Saturdays, September 16 – October 14: 2:45pm – 3:45pm – (5 weeks) – Lucy Record
Instructor: Lucy Record
Cost: $127 for 5 weeks
Adult Ballet Intensive & SHOWCASE will return Summer 2024!
A Ballet Intensive for Adults
Dates & Times: Summer 2024
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