World Dance Classes
- COMING APRIL 24-30, 2023 – Click Here to find out more about International Dance Week!
Ballet Austin celebrates diversity through dance every day!
Dance is universal, woven into every culture all over the world. It is a common language that unites us all on some level, and as we explore cultural dances, we discover a commonality between many cultures.
We believe that dance reinforces the idea that there is an essence of unity in all human beings, despite our cultural differences or diversities. Ballet Austin offers a variety of world dance classes that are authentic and fun!
West African Dance Class
Learn traditional West African dance in this fun, fast-paced class. It is a high-spirited, high-energy rhythmic dance experience for anyone who loves to dance. Or anyone who wants to give it a try! All are welcome.
Hawaiian (hula) Dance
Hawaiian Dance, is one of the most important cultural arts of Hawaii. The hula is the storytelling dance of the Hawaiian Islands. Learn to tell a story with your hands and feet! Several levels offered from beginner to advanced hula.
Bollywood Cardio Dance Workout
Bollywood Dance is a dance-form used in Indian (Hindi) films, created by combining Bombay (Mumbai) and Hollywood. Try this super-fun Bollywood-inspired dance fitness workout!
Latin Dance Fusion
The class teaches Latin rhythms offering variety and fun! Elements of salsa/mambo, cha-cha-cha, rumba , flamenco, reggaeton, samba, and more. Everyone welcome to drop in and give this fun class a try!
AfroCuban Folklore Dance
AfroCuban Folklore (Yoruba) / Orisha Dance is a technique class that aims to connect the body in the movements of the Afrikan influences and traditions of Cuba and to the Orishas. Start any time and give this class a try!
A Variety of Dance Classes
Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance & Fitness offers a variety classes for adults of all ages; Hip hop, contemporary, tap & more. For beginners through more advanced levels. Discover the joy of dance! Check the schedule, start any time and come when you can!
Dance Workshops for Adults
Workshops are offered in a variety of dance styles. Our “Absolute Beginning” Workshops (Hawaiian (hula), Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern, Tap) are our most popular. But we also offer a variety of super-fun workshops to keep you dancing beyond the beginning! Usually 4 to 6 weeks.
