Adult Classes

The Abrons Arts Center offers classes for adults in dance, music, and visual art. Click here to register for classes online.

Dance

BALLET
Study with Director of Education Robert La Fosse, formerly a principal dancer with New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.
Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting April 16) | 10:30 am-noon
$18 per class
Note: La Fosse will not be teaching class on May 14, 16, 28, and 30

ZUMBA
Fun and easy to follow Latin-inspired calorie-burning dance fitness workout.
Saturdays | 9:15-10 am
15-week session: $299

BALLROOM DANCE
Students will learn the basics of ballroom dance, including East Coast Swing, American Tango, Boogie, and the Tango lunge. Come alone or with a partner.
Wednesdays | 7:30-8:30 pm
15-week session: $299

BELLY DANCE
Learn the basics of this exotic and increasingly popular dance form.
Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30 pm
15-week session: $299

HATHA YOGA
Please bring your own mat and towel and wear comfortable clothing.
Tuesdays | 6-7:30 pm
15-week session: $350

Music

PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS

Lessons are available in piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, percussion, and guitar.
15-week session, once a week:
30-minute lesson: $500
45-minute lesson: $750
60-minute lesson: $950

ADULT CHORUS
Learn vocal techniques such as breath control, voice projection, and diction in a stress-free, fun environment. Music from classical, jazz, popular, and folk literature is taught and prepared for performances and self-enjoyment.
Fridays | 6-7 pm
15-week session: $350

Visual Art

ADULT CERAMICS
Create sculpture and functional pieces through hand building and glazing techniques with master clay artist Noël Copeland. Individualized instruction, all levels welcome. Fee includes clay and materials.
Wednesdays | 6:30-9 pm
15-week session: $450

ADULT PAINTING & DRAWING
Draw and paint with pencil, charcoal, watercolor, and acrylic to increase expertise and expression and explore new materials and techniques. Learn to paint the figure, landscapes, interiors, still lifes, and bold abstract compositions while sharpening your skills. All levels welcome.
Wednesdays | 6:30-8 pm
8-week session: $299