About the BAE Open Class Division for Adults and Teens:
BAE is known for the excellence of its teaching staff. Weekday, evening and weekend classes are offered for all levels in ballet, tap, jazz, yoga, Zumba, Masala Bhangra Workout and Pilates.
You can download the current schedule from this website or call us at 212-410-9140 to have us fax it to you. You can also email us at info@baenyc.com. If you need help deciding your level or would like further information, please feel free to call or email us anytime for assistance.
Appointments are not necessary. A single class is $17 and a ten-class card is $160. All ballet and tap classes are accompanied by pianist. Students can join at anytime during the year. The dressing rooms have shower facilities. Towels can be rented for $1.00.
Level Guide for Adult Students
Ballet
Introduction: 0-1 year training
Basic Beginner: 1-2 years training
Beginner: 2-5 years training
Advanced Beginner: Minimum 4 years training
Intermediate: Minimum 6 years training
Advanced Intermediate: Minimum 8 years training
Pointe: Must be at the Intermediate or Advanced level or consult with the teacher.
Please note: If you are returning to ballet class after a long hiatus it is strongly recommended that you start in the Basic Beginner class and gradually move up.
Additional Classes
Pilates Mat: All levels
Yoga: All levels
Yoga-Pilates Combination: All levels
Body Conditioning: All levels
Zumba: All levels
Masala Bhangra WorkoutTM: All Levels
Beginner Tap: Minimum 1 year experience
Advanced Beginner Tap: Minimum 2 years experience
Advanced Beginner Jazz: Minimum 1 year experience
What to wear to ballet class: There is no specific dress code for the open classes. We recommend that ladies wear a leotard, tights (any color) and ballet slippers and gentlemen wear a tee shirt, black tights and black ballet slippers. Leg warmers or sweat pants are optional.
