Frequently Asked Questions

Greater Austin Dance Academy offers classes in tap, ballet, jazz, pointe, leaps and turns, hip-hop, musical theater, and contemporary. We have classes for children ages 2–18!

We operate on the same school-year calendar as most surrounding districts. We're closed for Thanksgiving, winter holidays, and spring break. However, we are NOT closed for Monday holidays (except Labor Day). Monthly tuition is based on the full year and is never prorated due to holidays or absences.

We believe in limiting class sizes so your child gets the attention they deserve. Creative movement classes are usually limited to 8 students, and our 5/6 combo classes are limited to 10. Please contact the front desk for more specific questions.

We operate on a school calendar. Fall classes start after Labor Day and run through the end of May. While we accept registrations throughout the fall and early January, it's best for students to begin the full year with a class to ensure they learn the technique and curriculum designed for their age level.

Yes! We believe every student should have a chance to show off their hard work and the artistic side of dance. An end-of-year recital is scheduled each year at the end of May.

No, because we limit class sizes, students cannot come and go throughout the year. Curriculum is designed from September through May, and attendance is necessary to hold a child's place in class. If your child wishes to discontinue before the end of the year, written notice MUST be given to the front office before the 2nd of the month to avoid tuition auto-draft.

During fall classes, dancers may make up a class within the same month. We do not allow makeups in the spring semester due to recital prep. Make-ups must be scheduled in advance by calling the front desk or emailing admin@greateraustindance.com.

We don't have a strict color-based dress code, but we do require appropriate attire for each class type:

• Ages 2–3: Any color leotard, tights, and pink ballet shoes
• Ages 4–6: Any color leotard, tights, pink ballet shoes, and black tap shoes
• Ballet (level classes): Pink tights, any black leotard, hair in a bun
• Jazz: Any leotard, shorts or leggings, tan jazz shoes
• Hip-Hop: Activewear and clean sneakers (indoor-only)
• Contemporary: Barefoot

Please speak with the director if you have any questions about proper attire.

All classes are designed for a specific age group. We're happy to evaluate your child if you feel a different level is needed, but we'll ask to observe them in their current level first. Many factors go into level placement besides dance ability: attention span, muscle development, focus, and technique are all considered.

All of our instructors have deep experience in dance and instruction, and many hold college degrees in dance-related fields. GADA also invests significant time training teachers so that consistent curriculum is taught across classes and instructors. Visit our Meet the Team page to learn about each instructor's background!

Tuition is based on total hours danced per week, not the number of classes. Sibling hours are combined. For example, 1 hour of ballet + 1.5 hours of jazz = 2.5 hours/week. Monthly tuition is divided into 9 equal payments covering 32 weeks of instruction. Visit our Tuition & Policies page for the full rate schedule.