Kids & Teens at Ailey Extension, Photo by Whitney Browne

Kids & Teens

About

Ailey Extension offers students ages 2–17 and of all experience levels the opportunity to take dance classes with esteemed faculty in a supportive environment. Check out the programs we offer throughout the year.

Ages 2–3

Tiny Steps

Celebrate your child’s natural ability to move in an expressive way with this creative movement and music class. The 45-minute class is designed to engage children and their caregivers through group and individual participation in fun, playful dance exercises. Through the guidance of the instructor, children explore imaginative movement using props, which helps enhance the connection between dance, rhythm, and music.

A parent/guardian must chaperone their child during Tiny Steps classes. Only one parent/guardian is permitted per child. Drop-ins are available on a weekly basis in addition to the session course registration—parents are encouraged to register in advance.

 

Class Schedule
Winter/Spring
January 12 – May 18

Sundays

No classes on February 16, April 20, and May 11.

9:30–10:15amTiny Steps 1A with Jessie Whelan
10:30–11:15amTiny Steps 1B with Jessie Whelan

 

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Ages 5–17

Kids & Teens

Classes are open to young dance students of all levels and dance backgrounds. Techniques include ballet, hip hop, and contemporary. Drop-ins are available on a weekly basis—parents are encouraged to register their children in advance.

Class Schedule
Winter/Spring
January 12 – May 18

Sundays

No classes on February 16, April 20, and May 11.

10–10:45amAges 5–7 Intro to Ballet with Linda Celeste Sims
11–11:45amAges 5–7 Intro to Hip Hop with Yancy Greene
11am–12pmAges 8–11 Ballet for Kids with Linda Celeste Sims
12–1pmAges 8–11 Contemporary for Kids with Olivia Bowman-Jackson
1–2pmAges 8–11 Hip Hop for Kids with Yancy Greene
12–1pmAges 12–17 Teen Ballet with Linda Celeste Sims
1–2pmAges 12–17 Teen Contemporary with Olivia Bowman-Jackson
2–3pm Ages 12–17 Teen Hip Hop with Yancy Greene

 

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Pricing

Kids & Teens pricing varies depending on the semester. Please read carefully below for pricing options and discounts for upcoming classes.
Winter/Spring

Full Session: January 12–May 18

Half Sessions: January 12–March 9, March 16–May 18


Class Pricing

Single Drop-In Class: $38

1 Technique, Half Session (8 Weeks): $280

1 Technique, Full Session (16 Weeks): $520

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Discounts

2 Techniques, Full Session: $940 ($100 in savings)

3 Techniques, Full Session: $1,360 ($200 in savings)

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Ailey Experience

Dance in your hometown

The Ailey Experience Tour provides dancers of all levels the opportunity to study with prominent Ailey instructors and former Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dancers. Join us in a city near you!

Family Classes

Bring the whole family together with dance classes at the Ailey Studios designed for intergenerational bonding.

MORE FOR AGES 16+

Ailey Extension offers a wide variety of drop-in classes throughout the week for all dancers ages 16 and older. Class levels range from absolute beginner to advanced in techniques including West African, Horton, ballet, Pilates, vogue, and many others.

Contact Us

Our staff is happy to help you find the perfect class for your kid or teen. Contact us at [email protected] or 212-405-9500 and we’ll help you get started.

Ailey Extension is open Monday–Friday, 5–9pm and Saturday & Sunday, 9am–4pm.