Find dance studios and gymnastics programs in Brooklyn, NY that offer classes and instruction in ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop, and extensive gymnastics training.
DANCE
April's Dance-N-Feet
3 Great Convenient Brooklyn Locations:
4626 Flatlands Ave.
718-692-4809
1866 Flatbush Ave.
718-258-2340
9411 Ave. L
718-272-1813
We offer everything from Ballet to Gymnastics. Our classes start from age two through adult. Call or stop in one of our three convenient Brooklyn locations for more information. We also offer a Free Trial Class, but don't forget your Brooklyn Parent Coupon!
BAX/Brooklyn Arts Exchange
421 Fifth Ave. (corner of 8th St.), Park Slope
718-832-0018
Fernando Maneca, director
info@bax.org
Located in the heart of Park Slope, BAX has been recognized for excellence in arts education since 1991. BAX is deeply invested in developing and encouraging the artist in each student, offering a full range of youth classes in dance, theater, and tumbling, six days a week for children ages 18 mos.-18 years.
The Brooklyn Dance Centers
2106 W. 6th St., Brooklyn
718-996-0319
6720 20th Ave.
718-256-5320
We provide excellent dance training for serious students, as well as an enriching experience for those who just appreciate the joy of movement. We offer Toddler dance, for ages 2-1/2-3-1/2, Children, Teen, and Adult classes in ballet/pointe, tap, acrobatics, jazz, hip-hop, and break dancing – from beginner through advanced levels. Single or combination classes are given Monday-Friday afternoon and evening, and all day Saturday. We also offer end-of-the-year recitals, a professional dance company and competition team, a fitness program for adults, and a yoga program.
Brooklyn Dance Project
495 3rd Ave
Brooklyn
718-494-5402
Korinenewborn1@yahoo.com
Cortelyou Academy
2739 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn
718-421-9581 / (718) 282-6077
Summer camp # (718) 282-6077
At Cortelyou Academy, you will find small class sizes, a high percentage of proficiency on NYS State exams, a great after-school program, convenient location, a balanced nutritional breakfast, lunch and snack, and variety in arts enrichment for students in 1st-5th grades. Stop by today and sign up! Cortelyou Academy, where leaders are made. Call or visit our website for more information.
Cumbe: Center for African and Diaspora Dance
558 Fulton St, 2nd floor (near Flatbush Ave.), Brooklyn
718-935-9700
Come feel the joy in our beautiful new space! Learn a wide variety of dance and music styles with African roots. Our fall class schedule includes drumming and dance classes for ages 2-18. Classes include West African, Salsa, Brazilian Percussion, Haitian Drumming, Hip-Hop, Gumboot/Stepping, and African Fusion. Try our NEW “African to Hip-Hop” class, and take a journey through rhythms from past to present!
Dance Works Dance Center
7116-13th Ave.
718-680-7806
Established in 1992, Danceworks has developed a curriculum that exposes each student to a wide variety of dance genres. Each child is encouraged to ignite his/her own special creativity in a safe and accepting environment. Danceworks alumni have headlined on Broadway, danced in music videos, and have appeared in many productions. We also pride ourselves on our high success rates of students accepted into many gifted and talented programs. We offer recreational classes and company classes for all ages and levels. Open Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-9pm; Saturday, 10am-2pm.
Dancewave
Dance Classes for All - Babies, Kids, Teens, and Adults. Afterschool and weekend programs.
45 Fourth Ave. at Dean Street, Park Slope
718-522-4696
Dancewave is a non-profit arts organization that transforms the lives of New York City youth through unique exposure to world-class, pre-professional performing arts training. Dancewave offers education programs for young people, with a rare combination of artistic integrity, educational rigor, nurturing support, and access for all students at the Dancewave Center and locations throughout Park Slope. Classes include Creative Movement, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, Pre-Pointe, and more! Check out our class schedule online: dancewave.org/school_schedule.php. Open House Weekend – September 7-9 – try a class! Fall Semester begins September 10.
Dancewave, Inc.
422 Greenwood Ave
718-522-4696
dwavebklyn@yahoo.com
Diva Dance Studio
12 Ave S.
718-375-3482
Come experience life as a diva! Register every Wednesday 5-8pm and get ready to dance like a star. Diva Dance Studio offers a wide variety of classes for all ages and levels. We are proud to have professional, award-winning dance instructors. We have a comfortable, fun atmosphere, with classes on many different days and times to fit your busy schedules. Prices are affordable and we accommodate everyone. Come in for a trial class and see how much fun Diva Dance Studio is. You can also join our award-winning competition team.
DWDC Inc.
7116 13th Ave., Brooklyn
718-680-7806
Dance Works Dance Center offers a fun and exciting summer theater camp, where children are encouraged to explore their own creativity with this hands-on program offering instruction in ballet, tap, hip hop, acrobatics, singing, arts and crafts, and creative writing. Camp dates July 12-August 11, 10am-1pm. We also offer a full dance program for all ages and levels. Our studio is air-conditioned. Please call for further information.
Kaiser Dancesport
2955 Shell Road #7M, Brooklyn
917-709-0271
victor@kaiserdance.com
Kinderdance Of Brooklyn
2301 Avenue O, Brooklyn
718-258-3246
beauso@optonline.net
The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst
8681 18th Ave., Brooklyn
718-259-6878
A feeling of success is one of the many benefits your child receives at The Little Gym®. We provide gymnastics-based motor skill development programs for ages 4 months-12 years. Through sequential skill-building, movement, gymnastics, exercise, music, and games, our curriculum teaches students to build their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual skills. Classes are non-competitive and taught in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Currently offering gymnastics, dance, sports skill, and karate classes. Schedule your free trial class. Celebrate your child’s birthday. Party slots fill up months in advance; reserve today!
The Preparatory Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College
234 Roosevelt Hall, 2900 Bedford Ave.
718-951-4111
For over 30 years, the Preparatory Center has offered music (including Suzuki violin, cello, and flute for very young children), theater and dance classes, and private lessons for children of all ages and levels. We also welcome adult students for private instruction and group classes. Our experienced professional teachers, many of whom have extensive performance experience and advanced conservatory degrees, encourage students’ growth at all levels. Registration is currently underway for our 2012-2013 school year, which begins September 10. Please call for an individual registration consultation or a Suzuki interview.
The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center
3 Lafayette Ave., Fort Green
718-624-8400
The School reflects the spirit of the Mark Morris Dance Group in its celebration of dance and music. After-school classes are offered Monday-Friday, September through June, for ages 4-17 in Creative Dance, Modern Dance, Ballet, Jazz/Hip-Hop, Tap Dance, African Dance, and Music and Singing, as well as Dance FUNdamentals, a class for kids with disabilities, ages 11-17. The School schedule follows the Department of Education calendar, and also offers Saturday morning classes.
Shore Front YM-YWHA Day Camp
3300 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn
718-934-3500
Union Temple of Brooklyn
A Reform Jewish Congregation, Dr. Linda Henry Goodman, Rabbi
17 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn
718-638-7600
uniontemple@uniontemple.org
Union Temple Preschool offers creative, nurturing programs for 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds. Here children build friendships and self-reliance. You’ll find block building, water and sand play, dramatic play, scientific experimentation, and other hands-on, multi-sensory activities. Weekly music and creative movement classes. Just for 4-year-olds class: an innovative art program in collaboration with the Brooklyn Museum, plus swimming lessons at the Eastern Athletic Club located in the building. We welcome Jewish and non-Jewish children alike and celebrate the diversity of our students and community. Early drop-off and extended day programs available.
Vicky Simegiatos Dance School
7110 3rd Ave., Brooklyn
718-680-0944
info@ipvstudio.com
Young Dancers in Repertory
2602 Fifth Ave., Brooklyn
347-702-7155
Young Dancers in Repertory (YDR) has been training dance students and offering dance programming to the Brooklyn community since 1985. YDR offers classes in creative dance, pre-ballet, ballet, modern dance, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and theater dance for students ages 3 and up at its new Center for Dance Studies at 5602 Fifth Avenue. YDR also offers dance residencies and performances for schools, as well as a teenage performing ensemble. Visit youngdancersinrep.org or call 347-702-7155.
GYMNASTICS
Brooklyn Gymnastics Center
1635 Bath Ave, Brooklyn
718-232-6444
Our family owned and operated center provides a warm and nurturing atmosphere for children ages 1 year through adult. Our fully equipped 11,000-square foot gymnastics center is matted and padded for safety. Our instructors are all safety certified, CPR and First Aid trained adults, dedicated to inspiring our students to progress. Our director, Peter Hristov, is a former Olympic competitor from Bulgaria and Silver Medal world champion. Under his supervision, your children will develop strength, flexibility and increased self-esteem.
Cortelyou Academy
2739 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn
718-421-9581 / (718) 282-6077
Summer camp # (718) 282-6077
At Cortelyou Academy, you will find small class sizes, a high percentage of proficiency on NYS State exams, a great after-school program, convenient location, a balanced nutritional breakfast, lunch and snack, and variety in arts enrichment for students in 1st-5th grades. Stop by today and sign up! Cortelyou Academy, where leaders are made. Call or visit our website for more information.
The Gym Park
81 Oak St., Brooklyn
718-349-6627
The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst
8681 18th Ave., Brooklyn
718-259-6878
A feeling of success is one of the many benefits your child receives at The Little Gym®. We provide gymnastics-based motor skill development programs for ages 4 months-12 years. Through sequential skill-building, movement, gymnastics, exercise, music, and games, our curriculum teaches students to build their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual skills. Classes are non-competitive and taught in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Currently offering gymnastics, dance, sports skill, and karate classes. Schedule your free trial class. Celebrate your child’s birthday. Party slots fill up months in advance; reserve today!
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