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. 

2024-2025 School Year
September 16, 2024 – June 8, 2025

School Holiday Closings
Rosh Hashanah: Thursday, October 3
Yom Kippur: Saturday, October 12
Italian Heritage/Indigenous People’s Day: Monday, October 14
Thanksgiving Break: Thursday, November 28-Sunday, December 1
Winter Break: Monday, December 23-Sunday, January 5
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 20
Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 17
Spring Break: Monday, March 17-Sunday, March 30
Easter: Sunday, April 20
Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 24-Monday, May 26

Special Weeks
Hallow-eek: Friday, October 25-Thursday, October 31
Parents’ Week: Monday, December 9-Sunday, December 15
Favorite Leotard: Monday, January 13-Sunday, January 19
Parents’ Week: Monday, May 12-Sunday, May 18
Favorite Leotard: Monday, June 2-Sunday, June 8

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.

2024-2025 School Year Tuition
September 16, 2024 – June 8, 2025

Full Year, One PaymentFull Year, Two Payments
Once Weekly$1,7501,850
Twice Weekly$3,150$3,330

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.

Meet the Faculty 

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. Tutus and skirts are not permitted.
Students who identify as male: White T-shirt, black tights or sweatpants, and black ballet slippers.


Where to Purchase
Please visit Capezio’s flagship store, located at 1650 Broadway at 50th Street, to purchase the needed dancewear.

“BAE’s Children + Teen classes are a great way for my kids to stay involved with dance, but also leave time for them to pursue other interests. I’m thrilled that they are learning from the exceptional BAE faculty.”

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