Fall classes are being announced on a regular basis and ballet is a popular class for children of all ages. Most ballet classes will teach students the basics of ballet including posture, coordination, musicality and skills to enhance learning in a group setting. FiDi Families has created a list of some popular classes in Lower Manhattan. Happy twirling!
Downtown Dance Factory: Session runs from September 9th – February 3rd. Free trial class available. Cost: $670 but classes vary depending on class type, (plus one-time registration fee of $25). Age(s): Address: 291 Broadway, 5th Floor. To learn more and registration, log onto: http://www.downtowndancefactory.com.
Manhattan Youth Downtown Community Center: Session runs from September 9th – January 31st. Cost varies by member vs. non-member pricing. Age(s): 3 – 4 years old. Address: 120 Warren Street. To learn more and register, log onto: http://www.manhattanyouth.org.
Dance with Miss Rachel: Session starts September 9th – December 20th. Free trial class available. Cost: $650 (plus one-time registration fee of $25). Sibling discount available. Age(s): 7 months – 7 years old. Address: 104 Reade Street. To learn more and register, visit http://www.dancewithmissrachel.com.
New American Youth Ballet: Sessions runs from September 16th – January 18th. Cost: $140/per class/per month with many multi-class options available, so costs vary (plus $60 registration fee). Free trial class available. Address: 98 Battery Place. To learn more and register, log onto: http://www.newamericanyouthballet.org.
Chrystie Street Ballet Academy: Session runs from September 19th – February 5th. Free trial week available. Cost: $320 for one class per week, but multi-class options available so cost varies by number of sessions elected. Early bird registration available. Address: 55 Chrystie Street, Suite 308. To learn more and register, log onto: http://www.chrystiestreetballet.com.
Joffrey Ballet School: Session runs from September 8th – January 25th. Free trial class available. Cost: $640 for one class per week (plus a $50 registration fee). There are various class types/ages to choose from. Address: 434 Avenue of the Americas, 5th Floor. To learn more and register, log onto: http://www.joffreyballetschool.com.