Kids’ dance, music, art & martial arts classes in Austin
Explore 150+ classes and studios. Compare types, ages, areas, trial classes, and how enrollment works. Year-round weekly classes across Austin and nearby towns: dance and ballet, music schools and youth ensembles, art studios and pottery, martial arts schools and ninja gyms. With ages, how enrollment works, trial classes and posted costs.
Details come from each school’s own website. Always confirm schedules and tuition with the school before you enroll.
Join any timeSouth AustinSouth LamarFree trial class
Enrollment: Fall/Spring 2026–27 registration is open (classes run Aug 17, 2026 – May 2027). Rolling registration through the fall semester and the first month of spring; after Jan 31 students can still join technique and other classes, but May recital classes have their own registration deadlines (ask the front desk). Nutcracker 2026 enrollment is closed (the cutoff was Oct 1); shows are Dec 12–13, 2026 at the Luxora Theater.
Classes: Ballet, pointe, jazz, hip hop, tap, acro, musical theatre, aerial silks, contemporary/lyrical/modern, K-pop, ballroom; Dancers & Dreamers early-childhood program (18 months–6, incl. parent & me); Recreational, Excel and Pre-Pro training pathways; company teams by spring audition
Where: 4544 S Lamar Blvd, Bldg #200/#300, Austin, TX 78745
Trial class: Free trial class
Cost: Registration fee $55 (+$10 per additional sibling); monthly tuition not posted on the site (5% sibling discount or 5% off for paying Aug–May in full)
Sister studio of The Dance Spot (Round Rock): both are run under the Central Texas Dance Collaborative (directors page), and the fall enrollment page lists The Dance Spot’s email. Separate South Austin location, so it has its own row.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: 2026/27 school year: classes began Sep 8, 2026 and the Academy is enrolling Sep 8, 2026 – May 30, 2027. Contact the Academy Registrar to register. New students 7 and under are placed by age as of Sep 1, 2026; older students by experience or evaluation.
Classes: Classical ballet: Young Children’s Division through pre-professional (Intermediate & Advanced) training
Where: 501 W. 3rd St, Austin, TX 78701
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: From $105/month (Young Children’s Division) to $466.50/month (Level 4); full table on the tuition page
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Ages15 months and up (Young Children’s through Elementary Level 2)
School-year seasonNorth AustinNorthwest Hills
Enrollment: 2026/27 school year: classes began Sep 8, 2026; enrolling through May 30, 2027 via the Academy Registrar. Dell JCC membership is not required (JCC members get 20% off).
Classes: Classical ballet: Young Children’s Division, Pre-Ballet 6–7 and Elementary Levels 1–2
School-year seasonCedar ParkFree trial class (classes not yet full)
Enrollment: Season classes with a Holiday Showcase in December and a Spring Recital in May / very early June. Trial classes only in classes not yet full.
Enrollment: Season runs mid-August to mid-May and ends with a recital. Registration is open online and new students can enroll through the end of January.
Classes: Toddler classes, ballet/tap, acro/hip hop, jazz, hip hop (some non-recital classes)
Where: 1010 Old Austin-Hutto Rd #400, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Trial class: Free trial class
Cost: $82/month for one class a week; $139.40/month for two
Enrollment closes end of January (no exact date posted).
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Fall 2026 classes began Aug 31, 2026; enrollment stays open throughout the fall, online. Preschool, Intro and starting Level 1 classes are placed by age.
Classes: Jazz, ballet, pointe, lyrical, contemporary, tap, musical theatre, acro, hip hop, drill team prep, preschool creative dance; family music classes (8 months–4.5 years)
Where: Southwest Austin (street address not posted on the site)
Classes: Ballet & creative movement (2–3), ballet/tap (4–5), hip hop, tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary; FLAVA Dance Company; “The Other Nutcracker” and a spring recital
Where: 8401 N IH 35, Austin, TX
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Annual registration fee $35 ($45 per household); current tuition not posted (the posted table is for 2019–20)
Austin’s first Black-owned dance studio (est. 2006). Class schedule pages on the site are from earlier seasons.
Limited info online. Confirm details with the school.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Join any timeNorth AustinCrestviewFree first class
Enrollment: Monthly membership; youth memberships run through the child’s first showcase, then month-to-month (cancel any time in the portal).
Classes: Hip hop dance for kids by age group: Root Runners (2–4, with a caregiver), Flow Finders (5–7), Vibe Builders (8–12), Elementz Crew (13–17); breaking series; performance crews
Enrollment: 2026–27 season (age as of Sep 1, 2026 sets the class). Some classes are full with a waitlist. Spring recital: several showtimes in mid-to-late May.
Enrollment: 2026–27 registration is open; the deadline for dancers to join is Nov 20, 2026. Twinkle Tots and adult classes take students year-round while there is space. 57th annual recitals: May 21–23, 2027.
Enrollment: Rolling registration through the fall semester and the first month of spring. After Jan 31 students can still join technique and other classes but not the May recital. Nutcracker early–mid December; spring show in May.
Classes: Ballet, combo classes (from age 2), hip hop; Fuse Crew competitive hip hop crew (ages 8–18)
Where: 4400 Sam Bass Rd, Round Rock, TX 78681
Trial class: Free trial class
Cost: Registration fee $55 (+$10 per sibling); monthly tuition on the studio’s tuition page
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Session-based: Music Together fall classes run Sep 15–Nov 20, 2026; Piano Pals runs in 10-week sessions ending in a recital. Register online for the next session.
Classes: Music Together (0–5 with a caregiver), Canta y Baila Conmigo, Music Explorers (PreK–2nd), Piano Pals group piano (K–2nd), Songbirds singing (2nd–5th), Music in Motion (4–6), group guitar (12–17), private lessons (5+)
Enrollment: Monthly memberships (private lessons, group classes or band program); enroll online.
Classes: Private lessons (guitar, drums, voice, piano, keyboards, bass, violin and more), beginner group classes and a rock band program; 6 performance opportunities a year
Where: 30307 RR 12, Suite 700, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Not posted
Four locations: South Austin, Westlake, Lakeway and Dripping Springs.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Monthly memberships (private lessons, group classes or band program); enroll online.
Classes: Private lessons (guitar, drums, voice, piano, keyboards, bass, violin and more), beginner group classes and a rock band program; 6 performance opportunities a year
Where: 915 RR 620, Lakeway, TX 78734
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Private lessons $280/month (30 min weekly) or $540/month (60 min); group class $290/month; band program $375/month (90-min weekly sessions)
Four locations: South Austin, Westlake, Lakeway and Dripping Springs.
Enrollment: Monthly memberships (private lessons, group classes or band program); enroll online.
Classes: Private lessons (guitar, drums, voice, piano, keyboards, bass, violin and more), beginner group classes and a rock band program; 6 performance opportunities a year
Where: 2309 Thornton Rd, Suite G, Austin, TX 78704
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Not posted
Four locations: South Austin, Westlake, Lakeway and Dripping Springs.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Monthly memberships (private lessons, group classes or band program); enroll online.
Classes: Private lessons (guitar, drums, voice, piano, keyboards, bass, violin and more), beginner group classes and a rock band program; 6 performance opportunities a year
Where: 4214 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Not posted
Four locations: South Austin, Westlake, Lakeway and Dripping Springs.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
AgesPreschool and school-age students (no minimum age posted); adults too
School-year seasonSouth AustinSlaughter LnTrial lesson (bring an instrument)
Enrollment: Send the online lesson inquiry (choose West Lake or South). Monthly tuition is based on 42 weeks of lessons a year, plus an annual registration/materials fee; at least six summer lessons hold your teacher’s slot; 30 days’ written notice to stop.
Classes: Private piano, guitar, voice, violin, viola and cello lessons (30–60 min, weekly or twice a week); weekly Theory Lab; theory & musicianship exams; fall and spring recitals
Where: 5900 W Slaughter Ln, Suite D-525, Austin, TX 78749
Trial class: Trial lesson (bring an instrument)
Cost: Monthly tuition (42 lessons a year) + annual registration/materials fee; amounts not posted
Two locations: Southwest Austin and West Lake Hills (Westbank Dr).
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
AgesPreschool and school-age students (no minimum age posted); adults too
School-year seasonWestlake & West AustinTrial lesson (bring an instrument)
Enrollment: Send the online lesson inquiry (choose West Lake or South). Monthly tuition is based on 42 weeks of lessons a year, plus an annual registration/materials fee; at least six summer lessons hold your teacher’s slot; 30 days’ written notice to stop.
Classes: Private piano, guitar, voice, violin, viola and cello lessons (30–60 min, weekly or twice a week); weekly Theory Lab; theory & musicianship exams; fall and spring recitals
Where: 1000 Westbank Dr, Suite 6A, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Trial class: Trial lesson (bring an instrument)
Cost: Monthly tuition (42 lessons a year) + annual registration/materials fee; amounts not posted
Two locations: West Lake Hills and Southwest Austin (W. Slaughter Ln).
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Join any timeSouth AustinFree 30-minute trial lesson
Enrollment: Weekly lessons billed monthly (priority scheduling) or pay-as-you-go single lessons; start with a free trial lesson.
Classes: Private guitar, piano, voice, drums and bass lessons (year-round); group guitar and rock band programs (school year); showcases twice a year and a monthly open mic
Where: 8213 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78745
Trial class: Free 30-minute trial lesson
Cost: Weekly: $40 per 30-min lesson (about $160/month), $57 per 45 min, $75 per 60 min; single lessons $45 / $63 / $85
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Join any timeSouth AustinSlaughter Ln$49 trial lesson (credited to the first month)
Enrollment: Start with a trial lesson, then a weekly lesson slot billed monthly; the academy encourages committing to at least one semester.
Classes: Private piano, guitar, bass, drums, ukulele and voice (with an instrument) lessons, 30–60 min weekly; small group classes; two studio recitals a year
Where: 9717 Nightjar Dr, Austin, TX 78748 (home studio near Slaughter Ln & Westgate Blvd)
Trial class: $49 trial lesson (credited to the first month)
Cost: $175/month for weekly private lessons (recitals and materials included)
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Book private lessons online with the teacher you choose.
Classes: Private acoustic & electric guitar, drum, songwriting and recording/production lessons (30 or 60 min) for girls 10+; group classes are for women 21+
Where: 8701 S 1st St, Bldg 2, Suite 220, Austin, TX 78748
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: $50 per 30-min private lesson; $90 per 60 min
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Ages6 months and up (Junior classes); kids’ lessons 4–17
Ask the schoolLakeway
Enrollment: Monthly lesson membership; the first lesson is an assessment lesson with your teacher.
Classes: Private lessons (piano, guitar, voice, violin, drums, bass), group music classes, RockStars bands (ages 7+), Musicologie Junior classes for young children with a grown-up
Join any timeCedar Park25-minute trial lesson ($25)
Enrollment: Open year-round with rolling enrollment: start any time after a trial lesson; to stop, give notice by the 15th of the month.
Classes: Private piano, guitar, voice, violin and cello lessons plus group musicianship (theory / ear-training) classes; chamber music; monthly performance classes and recitals each semester
Where: 3109 Kenai Dr, Unit 10, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Trial class: 25-minute trial lesson ($25)
Cost: Tuition not posted; one-time $35 registration fee (per family) plus an annual activities fee
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Join any timeNorth AustinNorthwest Hills25-minute trial lesson ($25)
Enrollment: Open year-round with rolling enrollment: start any time after a trial lesson; to stop, give notice by the 15th of the month.
Classes: Private piano, guitar, voice, violin and cello lessons plus group musicianship (theory / ear-training) classes; chamber music; monthly performance classes and recitals each semester
Where: 3918 Far West Blvd, Suite C, Austin, TX 78731
Trial class: 25-minute trial lesson ($25)
Cost: Tuition not posted; one-time $35 registration fee (per family) plus an annual activities fee
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: No contracts; month-to-month lessons, join any time.
Classes: Private lessons: piano, guitar, voice, drums, sax, cello, violin, viola, flute, trumpet, ukulele, bass; recitals at Christmas and in spring + monthly public recitals
Where: 1400 E Old Settlers Blvd, Suite 116, Round Rock, TX 78664
Classes: Rock 101 / Performance Program: weekly private lesson plus a group band rehearsal, with live shows; guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals; Rookies (6–7)
Where: 2525 W Anderson Ln, Suite 138, Austin, TX 78757
Classes: Rock 101 / Performance Program: weekly private lesson plus a group band rehearsal, with live shows; guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals; Little Wing (4–5) and Rookies (6–7)
Where: 1850 S Lakeline Blvd, Suite 300, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Classes: Rock 101 / Performance Program: weekly private lesson plus a group band rehearsal, with live shows; guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals; Little Wing (4–5) and Rookies (6–7)
Classes: Rock 101 / Performance Program: weekly private lesson plus a group band rehearsal, with live shows; guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals; Rookies (6–7)
Where: 4500 E. Palm Valley Blvd, Suite 136, Round Rock, TX 78665
Enrollment: Group classes run in 8-week sessions; private lessons ongoing.
Classes: Music Explorers group classes (3–5), Piano Foundations (3–4), First Steps piano (4–6), Way Cool Keyboarding group piano, private & pairs lessons (5+): piano, voice, guitar, violin, viola, cello
Where: 2301 S Lakeline Blvd, Ste 200, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Music Explorers $175 per 8-week session; Piano Foundations $159 per 8 weeks
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Group classes run in 8-week sessions; private lessons ongoing.
Classes: Music Explorers group classes (3–5), Piano Foundations (3–4), First Steps piano (4–6), Way Cool Keyboarding group piano, private & pairs lessons (5+): piano, voice, guitar, violin, viola, cello
Where: 4301 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78749
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Music Explorers $175 per 8-week session; Piano Foundations $159 per 8 weeks
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Semester classes: join at any time during the semester and cancel before the next billing cycle; you can pause for a month.
Classes: Art Play (parent & child, 1–6), Preschool Art (2-hr drop-off, 3–6), Art Club process art incl. clay, printmaking, textiles (5–10), Yarn Club crochet (8+)
Where: 2901 Blue Ridge Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Trial class: Free class
Cost: Full-semester price or monthly payment plan; 50% sibling discount (Art Play only); amounts not posted
School-year seasonGeorgetownDowntown GeorgetownFree trial class (not offered for clay or pottery wheel classes)
Enrollment: Weekly classes for the 2026–27 school year (Sep 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027), monthly tuition; register online.
Classes: Art Exploration (4–5), Pencil, Pastel, Watercolor & Beyond (6–8), Color & Expression and Drawing & Sketching (9–12), Anime & Fantasy-Inspired Art and Drawing, Sketching & Painting (13–18), homeschool art
Where: 816 S. Main St, Georgetown, TX 78626
Trial class: Free trial class (not offered for clay or pottery wheel classes)
Cost: $184–$244/month depending on class (kids’ and teen classes)
Dougherty Arts Center Youth Studio & Creativity Club
Ages5–12 (Creativity Club K–5)
Dated sessionsCentral AustinZilker
Enrollment: Youth Studio: 4-week monthly classes, pre-registration required (Fall 2026 classes opened Sep 23, 2026). Creativity Club runs Aug–May with the AISD calendar, Mon–Fri 3–6 pm, paid monthly.
Classes: Youth Studio monthly classes (Oct 2026: Ceramics 9–11, 3D Modeling & Illustration 10–12, a dance combo class); Creativity Club after-school arts program (K–5)
Where: 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Youth Studio $100 per class (Austin residents) / $160 (non-residents); Creativity Club $160/month resident / $220 non-resident
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Fall 2026 enrollment is open. After School Ceramics meets Thursdays 3:30–5:30 pm, Aug 2026 – May 2027, in month-long sessions (join one or keep going). Classes need at least 5 students.
Classes: After School Enrichment (process art, ceramics, STEAM; 5–14), After School Ceramics (Thursdays, 7–14), Creative Pre-K (3–5), toddler classes, homeschool classes
Where: 7809 Brodie Lane, Austin, TX 78745
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: After school: $250/month (1 day a week) to $510/month (5 days); Ceramics $250/month + $50 supply fee per semester
Shuttle seats from Cunningham, Boone and Mills Elementary for ceramics.
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
The Art School at Laguna Gloria (The Contemporary Austin)
Ages4–14 years
Dated sessionsCentral AustinTarrytown
Enrollment: Fall 2026 registration is open; spring semester registration usually opens in late November (catalog posted about a week before). Register online (ACTIVE), by phone or in person.
Classes: Kids classes during the school year meet once a week for 4 weeks (e.g. Art Sampler 6–8, Classical Drawing and Painting 9–14), plus parent & child workshops (4–11)
Where: Laguna Gloria, 3809 W. 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Classical Drawing and Painting (4 sessions): $228 + $30 supply fee; museum membership required (20% off with code ARTSCHOOL)
From the school’s own site, checked Oct 22, 2026. Source
Enrollment: Register online or call the recreation center you want to attend.
Classes: Free teen art classes with professional artists: painting & drawing, metals & mixed media, digital art & animation, sculpture & games
Where: At 10 City of Austin recreation centers (Delores Duffie, Dittmar, Dove Springs, Gus Garcia, Mendez, Montopolis, Northwest, Pan American, Turner-Roberts, Virginia L. Brown)
Enrollment: Sessions by school: most Late Fall 2026 sessions run late Oct to mid-Dec 2026. Enroll online; registration closes on class days and reopens the next day (prorated).
Classes: Weekly elementary drawing and cartoon drawing classes held after school at partner elementary schools
Where: At about 29 elementary schools in Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Buda and Kyle (list on the class finder)
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: Not posted
Highly structured classes for 1st–5th graders only.
Enrollment: Enroll for the 2026/2027 school year online; spring 2027 registration is open.
Classes: Kids martial arts mixing karate, taekwondo and tai chi; after-school karate clubs at Central Austin schools and PreK–5th Saturdays at Pease Park
Where: After-school clubs at Central Austin schools; Saturdays at Pease Park
Enrollment: School Year 2026–27 session: Aug 17, 2026 – May 28, 2027. First payment is prorated; enrollment does not roll over between sessions.
Classes: American Ninja Warrior classes: school-age (5–14) evening classes, preschool (3–4) and homeschool classes during the school year, teen/adult classes
Where: 200 Buttercup Creek Blvd, Suite 107A, Cedar Park, TX 78613
Trial class: Not posted
Cost: $110/month for 4 classes ($137.50 in 5-class months); 20% off a second child, 30% off a third
New students book an evaluation time on the class calendar.
Enrollment: Regular season August–May, paid in monthly installments; register for any class with openings in the gym’s parent portal (age as of Sep 1). Intermediate and Advanced classes need coach approval or a scheduled evaluation.
Classes: Preschool Ninja (3–5), Beginner Ninja (4–6, 5–8), Intermediate Ninja (5+) and Advanced Ninja (6+) by coach approval
Ninja · Champions Lake Travis & Explorers Preschool
Champions Lake Travis
Ages4–14 years
Ask the schoolLakewayFree trial class
Enrollment: Monthly tuition; register through the gym’s parent portal.
Classes: Parkour classes by age group (4–14): agility, tumbling, vaulting and trampoline skills with Ninja Warrior courses (Parkour + Mixed Movement, Parkour + Tumbling)
Where: 2105 RR 620 South, Building 2, Lakeway, TX 78734
Trial class: Free trial class
Cost: $115/month (one 55-minute class a week)
Separate business from Champions Westlake (own website and class portal).
Enrollment: Regular season August–May, paid in monthly installments; register for any class with openings in the gym’s parent portal (age as of Sep 1). Intermediate and Advanced classes need coach approval or a scheduled evaluation.
Classes: Ninja classes for 3–18: Preschool Ninja (3–5), Beginner Ninja (5–8, 8–11), Intermediate and Advanced Ninja (by approval), Middle/High School and Elite Ninja; fall and spring ninja competitions
Dance first, then music, art, martial arts and ninja gyms, A–Z within each. Schools that don’t post an age range show under every age. “Not posted” means we checked the school’s site and it doesn’t say; we leave it out rather than guess. Private teachers without a school website aren’t listed. Missing a school? Tell us.
