Children + Teen Division: For ages 7-14. This program is designed for children who wish to further their love and appreciation of ballet within a non-professional track while still benefitting from BAE’s excellent training. Students will have the opportunity to perform in the annual Spring Presentation held at BAE. No audition or previous experience is required.
Schedule subject to change.
2025-2026 School Year
September 15, 2025 – June 7, 2026
School Holiday Closings
Rosh Hashanah: Tuesday, September 23
Yom Kippur: Thursday, October 2
Italian Heritage/Indigenous People’s Day: Monday, October 13
Thanksgiving Break: Thursday, November 27-Sunday, November 30
Winter Break: Monday, December 22-Sunday, January 4
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 19
Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 16
Spring Break: Monday, March 23 – Sunday, April 5
Easter: Sunday, April 5
Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 23-Monday, May 25
Special Weeks
Hallow-eek: Saturday, October 25-Friday, October 31
Favorite Stuffed Animal: Monday, November 10-Sunday, November 16
Parents’ Observation Week: Monday, December 1-Sunday, December 7
Favorite Leotard: Monday, January 12-Sunday, January 18
Favorite Stuffed Animal: Monday, April 20-Sunday, April 26
Parents’ Observation Week: Monday, May 11-Sunday, May 17
Favorite Leotard: Monday, June 1-Sunday, June 7
Make-up Classes
Missed classes for holidays (except for the Winter & Spring Breaks), illness, or any other reason may be made up by appointment by contacting the front desk staff (in person, frontdesk@baenyc.com, or 212.410.9140). Make-ups may be arranged prior to the missed class.
2025-2026 School Year Tuition
September 15, 2025 – June 7, 2026
| Full Year, One Payment | Full Year, Two Payments | |
|---|---|---|
| Once Weekly | $1,820 | $1,920 |
| Twice Weekly | $3,276 | $3,456 |
Tuition Policies:
- You may pay in full for the school year or in two installments. If paying in two installments, you may opt out of the second half of the year at no charge.
- If you wish to change classes anytime during the school year, as long as there’s a spot, we’re happy to accommodate you.
- Enrollment is ongoing, and tuition is prorated based on the week your child begins class. Please contact us at info@baenyc.com for tuition information.
- There is a discount for siblings and enrolling in additional weekly classes. Please contact us at info@baenyc.com to activate the discounts.
- Tuition is non-refundable. If you need to withdraw from your currently enrolled term, please email Amy MacDermott, Director of Admissions, within the first four weeks. You will receive a credit for future classes.
Under the leadership of Stephanie Chun, the talented faculty further students’ training and love of dance.
Ages 7-10
Students who identify as female: Teal leotard, pink or flesh-toned tights and ballet slippers. Tutus and skirts are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: White T-shirt, black tights or sweatpants, and black ballet slippers.
Ages 11+
Students who identify as female: Any solid color leotard, pink or flesh-toned tights and ballet slippers. Students have the option to wear a black ballet skirt after the barre. Tutus are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: White T-shirt, black tights or sweatpants, and black ballet slippers.
All students should have their hair neatly pulled back. Ballet slipper drawstrings should be cut or tucked in.
