Specifically designed for those on the autism spectrum or with Down Syndrome and other specialized needs, Dance Abilities is an adaptive dance program at Ballet Lubbock that blends classical ballet technique and music activities within a fun, positive, and empowering atmosphere. Our program curriculum is modeled after Boston Ballet’s Adaptive Dance Program, and all instructors are trained by a board-certified Behavior Analyst. Read more about our instructor training process.

Currently, Ballet Lubbock’s Dance Abilities classes are available at McKenzie Middle School and at High Point Village.

If you would like to have Dance Abilities at your schools please contact our Adaptive Dance Manager, Misty Seay: Misty@Balletlubbock.org.

All curriculum is approved and all instructors are trained by a board-certified Behavior Analyst.

Dance Abilities Programs

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Benefits of Dance:

Sensory Benefits: Touch and body contact enhances social and emotional development. For example, body contact with the floor stimulates skin nerve receptors, which enhances body-in-space awareness.

Motor Benefits: Improves balance and synchronization of movements. Movement coordination between people has been shown via fNIRS (functional near-infrared spectroscopy) to improve behavior and boost mood, memory performance, and cooperation.

Cognitive Benefits: Enhances learning, attention, memory and problem solving skills.

Social and Emotional Benefits: Promotes teamwork, encourages empathy, provides an emotional outlet, and strengthens sensory awareness. Improves independence, coping skills, and teamwork.

Rhythmic Benefits: Dance enhances visual, sensory, and auditory rhythm in the brain. Rhythmic activity causes the entire brain to function in synchrony.

Creative Benefits: Self expression causes the brain to form new connections, which increases problem solving abilities and the ability to think “out of the box”, helping to develop imagination and self confidence.

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Dance Abilities Programs

Dance Abilities Kids!

Dance Abilities Kids! is designed specifically for children ages 6-12.

  • Focus on fun while learning in a structured environment
  • Learn dance concepts in a safe and engaging manner
  • Encourages self-expression through movement
  • Incorporate themed activities to reinforce dance concepts
  • Fosters a love of dance in a supportive environment

All faculty members are highly qualified and deeply committed to supporting all participants as they safely explore and develop skills in dance, movement, and social growth in an encouraging environment.

Pricing

  • School Year Monthly Installment: $62.50 / month
  • Total Annual Tuition for School Year: $500.00 ($250 for Spring semester only)

When you register your dancer for the school year, you are automatically enrolled in an 8-month payment plan. Payments are drafted on the 15th of each month (or the following business day) from September – April. Alternate payment schedules are available. Please contact Business Manager Meg Davis for further details.

Schedule

2023 – 2024 School Year:

  • Ages 6 – 12: SATURDAYS | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Geneva Griffin Studio

Dress Code + Protocols

Comfortable clothes to move in. Leggings, workout attire, sweat pants, t-shirts. Ballet attire is also welcome.

Dance Abilities Teens

Dance Abilities Teens is designed for ages 13-18. 

  • Focus on fun and structured learning
  • Explore dance concepts in a nurturing environment
  • Encourages self-expression through movement
  • Learn dance techniques through both classical and contemporary music
  • Emphasizes exploration of new movement styles
  • Fosters creativity while building technical skills

All faculty members are highly qualified and deeply committed to supporting all participants as they safely explore and develop skills in dance, movement, and social growth in an encouraging environment.

Need Help? Call us at (806) 785-3090.

Pricing

  • School Year Monthly Installment: $62.50 / month
  • Total Annual Tuition for School Year: $500.00 ($250 for Spring semester only)

When you register your dancer for the school year, you are automatically enrolled in an 8-month payment plan. Payments are drafted on the 15th of each month (or the following business day) from September – April. Alternate payment schedules are available. Please contact Business Manager Meg Davis for further details.

Schedule

2023-2024 School Year:

Ages 13-18: SATURDAYS | 2:45-3:45 p.m.

Dress Code + Protocols

Comfortable clothes to move in. Leggings, workout attire, sweat pants, t-shirts. Ballet attire is also welcome.

Dance Abilities

Dance Abilities is Ballet Lubbock’s adaptive dance class for adults 18+!

Location and dates vary! Please contact Ballet Lubbock if you are interested in providing a class for your group of adults.

All faculty members are highly qualified and deeply committed to supporting all participants as they safely explore and develop skills in dance, movement, and social growth in an encouraging environment.

Need Help? Call us at (806) 785-3090.

Schedule

Locations and dates vary. Please contact Ballet Lubbock if you are interested in providing a class for your group of adults!

Dress Code + Protocols

Comfortable clothes to move in. Leggings, workout attire, sweat pants, t-shirts. Ballet attire is also welcome.