The AcroSports facility consists of two separate gyms, two complete dance rooms, a large ground level glass-enclosed parent observation area, and a pro shop. Each of the gyms, one for preschool gymnastics and cheerleading, the other for academy gymnastics and tumbling, is completely equipped with multiple sets of Olympic gymnastics apparatus and a Tumble Trak for rapid learning of tumbling.

Classes start with "Diaper Daredevils" for early walkers up to age two years, and progress all the way up to gymnastics, dance, and cheerleading for teens.

Fun parent-child classes are designed for toddlers up to age three, after which age children venture into the gym for classes on their own - but class sizes are small, so the kids still get lots of personal attention and assistance.

Birthday party packages include 50 minutes of supervised activity in the large gym, and 40 minutes in the party room, complete with table, chairs, and balloons. Reserve your party well ahead of time, as spots often fill up months in advance.

The AcroSports facility consists of two separate gyms, two complete dance rooms, a large ground level glass-enclosed parent observation area, and a pro shop. Each of the gyms, one for preschool gymnastics and cheerleading, the other for academy gymnastics and tumbling, is completely equipped with multiple sets of Olympic gymnastics apparatus and a Tumble Trak for rapid learning of tumbling.

Classes start with "Diaper Daredevils" for early walkers up to age two years, and progress all the way up to gymnastics, dance, and cheerleading for teens.

Fun parent-child classes are designed for toddlers up to age three, after which age children venture into the gym for classes on their own - but class sizes are small, so the kids still get lots of personal attention and assistance.

Birthday party packages include 50 minutes of supervised activity in the large gym, and 40 minutes in the party room, complete with table, chairs, and balloons. Reserve your party well ahead of time, as spots often fill up months in advance.

Amy Blake's Academy offers a graduated program for students at least three years of age. Classes include creative movement for the littlest ones, along with ballet, tap, and jazz as the students grow.

Teens are placed in classes according to ability, not age.

The Academy also believes strongly in community service, so students enrolled in ballet may choose to perform in the bi-annual performance of the Nutcracker. This nonprofit performance serves the Clear Lake community as students perform at nursing and retirement homes, hospitals, and shelters.

Summer dance camps are available in June and July for ages three and up, and the Academy also offers birthday party packages, which include a one-hour dance class and a one-hour party.

Amy Blake's Academy offers a graduated program for students at least three years of age. Classes include creative movement for the littlest ones, along with ballet, tap, and jazz as the students grow.

Teens are placed in classes according to ability, not age.

The Academy also believes strongly in community service, so students enrolled in ballet may choose to perform in the bi-annual performance of the Nutcracker. This nonprofit performance serves the Clear Lake community as students perform at nursing and retirement homes, hospitals, and shelters.

Summer dance camps are available in June and July for ages three and up, and the Academy also offers birthday party packages, which include a one-hour dance class and a one-hour party.

Parent-teacher groups can arrange for Arts Alive! to come to your child's school for workshops and afterschool activities. Classes incorporate all the expressive arts (drama, dance, music, and visual art) to foster creativity, improve cooperation and communication skills, and develop self-esteem. Among the tools are role-playing, costumes, puppets, and props, transforming the environment into a magical place where fun and learning can take place.

Designed for all ages, Arts Alive! also offers special events and family workshops open to the public, often at various libraries around town.

Parent-teacher groups can arrange for Arts Alive! to come to your child's school for workshops and afterschool activities. Classes incorporate all the expressive arts (drama, dance, music, and visual art) to foster creativity, improve cooperation and communication skills, and develop self-esteem. Among the tools are role-playing, costumes, puppets, and props, transforming the environment into a magical place where fun and learning can take place.

Designed for all ages, Arts Alive! also offers special events and family workshops open to the public, often at various libraries around town.

Ballet Ensemble of South Texas is a non-profit civic ballet company based in League City that serves the Bay Area. The ballet company provides a free venue for children to participate in a quality ballet production, either through performing or producing the show. The Ensemble's open audition policy welcomes children from all backgrounds.

Productions are held at various venues throughout the Bay Area, and tickets are available online or at the door.

Master classes are available for dancers 11 years old and up, at an intermediate skill level or higher. Walk-ins are accepted, but reservations are preferred, as space is limited to the first 30 students. The cost is $25 per class.

Ballet Ensemble of South Texas is a non-profit civic ballet company based in League City that serves the Bay Area. The ballet company provides a free venue for children to participate in a quality ballet production, either through performing or producing the show. The Ensemble's open audition policy welcomes children from all backgrounds.

Productions are held at various venues throughout the Bay Area, and tickets are available online or at the door.

Master classes are available for dancers 11 years old and up, at an intermediate skill level or higher. Walk-ins are accepted, but reservations are preferred, as space is limited to the first 30 students. The cost is $25 per class.

Barnevelder Movement/Arts Complex is a 7200-square-foot facility housing three fully equipped dance studios and a 120-seat theatrical performance venue. Barnevelder also offers contemporary dance/movement classes to the public.

Barnevelder Movement/Arts Complex is a 7200-square-foot facility housing three fully equipped dance studios and a 120-seat theatrical performance venue. Barnevelder also offers contemporary dance/movement classes to the public.

Set in a historic movie house, the Harbour Playhouse is both a community theater and a fine arts academy. Year-round classes for children and teens are offered in performing arts, musical theater, dance, piano, and voice.

Summer drama camp is also available to children ages six and up.

The company's season includes an annual production of The Nutcracker, as well as other high-quality performances. Performances are held at the University of Houston-Clear Lake's Bayou Theater.

BAHBT also regularly performs public vignettes at libraries and community events, and offers the Global Dance Project for intermediate-school-aged boys to study diverse dance styles such as jazz, tap, and theater dance.

Young ones (ages three to six) can learn a variety of dances such as ballet, tap, and acrobatics, while older students of all skill levels can concentrate on ballet, tap, jazz, modern, or hip-hop dancing. Bonnie Siscoe, in business since 1976, also offers a drill team/cheerleading prep class.

Young ones (ages three to six) can learn a variety of dances such as ballet, tap, and acrobatics, while older students of all skill levels can concentrate on ballet, tap, jazz, modern, or hip-hop dancing. Bonnie Siscoe, in business since 1976, also offers a drill team/cheerleading prep class.

The Brazilian Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides low-cost classes in Capoeira, dance, Portuguese, and music, and also hosts performances at various venues around the greater Houston area.

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian game that combines martial arts, dance, and music. Classes teach the basic movements and structure of the game, as well as how to play the musical instruments and rhythms, and traditional Portuguese songs.

The Foundation also hosts a Capoeira Kids Summer Camp, in which kids learn basic Capoeira movements and strategy, acrobatics, musical instruments, Portuguese language through singing, and the traditions and culture of Brazil.

Creative Connections offers fine arts classes for children in dance, drama, art, yoga, creative movement, and motor skills. Classes are available for infants to fifth graders at various venues throughout the greater Houston area. Call or visit the website for current locations and schedules.

Creative Connections also offers day camps and birthday party packages.

Ask about the schedule of free demo classes.

Crossing Borders offers custom-tailored language instruction to adults and children in both group and private settings. In addition to a standing schedule of recurring classes in Spanish, French, and English, Crossing Borders also offers the opportunity to contract individually for one-on-one training in Chinese, German, Russian, Italian, and Portuguese.

"Mommy and Me" courses for parents with children ages 1-1/2 to three years old include Spanish, French, and English (for limited-English speakers), as well as dance and juegos y cantos (games and songs).

Various dance classes for kids ages four and up include mambo, salsa, ballet folklorico Mexicano, and flamenco.

Crossing Borders offers custom-tailored language instruction to adults and children in both group and private settings. In addition to a standing schedule of recurring classes in Spanish, French, and English, Crossing Borders also offers the opportunity to contract individually for one-on-one training in Chinese, German, Russian, Italian, and Portuguese.

"Mommy and Me" courses for parents with children ages 1-1/2 to three years old include Spanish, French, and English (for limited-English speakers), as well as dance and juegos y cantos (games and songs).

Various dance classes for kids ages four and up include mambo, salsa, ballet folklorico Mexicano, and flamenco.

Dance of Asian America presents dance shows at various shows throughout Houston. The site's Misti Dancing School hosts dance classes and an intensive summer dance camp workshop for children ages 12 to 16.

Maria Del Espadin has been teaching Spanish dance in Houston since 1996. Her studio, Del Espadin Flamenco & Spanish Dance Academy, offers classes for both children and adults, including children's flamenco classes. Performances are also scheduled for the public.

Maria Del Espadin has been teaching Spanish dance in Houston since 1996. Her studio, Del Espadin Flamenco & Spanish Dance Academy, offers classes for both children and adults, including children's flamenco classes. Performances are also scheduled for the public.

Festival Ballet is the semi-professional ballet company in residence at the Academy of Ballet & Dance Arts. Festival Ballet performs at various locations throughout the greater Houston area, and the Academy offers dance classes at locations throughout Houston as well. Call for the location nearest you.

Founded in 1997, Hope Stone features both the Hope Stone Dance Company dance and theater ensemble, and Kid's Play, an artistic outreach venue offering a dance, video, and theater program for at-risk youth. Hope Stone also offers a variety of dance and movement classes for children and adults, including "parent and me" classes.

Founded in 1971, Houston Academy of Dance offers ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and hip-hop lessons for beginning through advanced levels. Classes are available for children ages three and up.

The Academy is affiliated with West University Dance Center, on Bellaire Boulevard inside Loop 610.

Founded in 1971, Houston Academy of Dance offers ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and hip-hop lessons for beginning through advanced levels. Classes are available for children ages three and up.

The Academy is affiliated with West University Dance Center, on Bellaire Boulevard inside Loop 610.

Houston Ballet has moved up the ranks of America's ballet companies over the years, and is now the nation's fourth largest. The company performs an extensive repertoire of works, ranging from the great 19th century classics such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, to cutting-edge pieces by innovative choreographers. Houston Ballet performs on tour across the world, and at home in a magnificent, state-of-the-art facility, the Wortham Theater Center.

The Academy Preschool Program consists of a "Creative Dance" class for children four to five years of age, as well as a "Pre-ballet" class for children six years of age.

Houston Ballet has moved up the ranks of America's ballet companies over the years, and is now the nation's fourth largest. The company performs an extensive repertoire of works, ranging from the great 19th century classics such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, to cutting-edge pieces by innovative choreographers. Houston Ballet performs on tour across the world, and at home in a magnificent, state-of-the-art facility, the Wortham Theater Center.

The Academy Preschool Program consists of a "Creative Dance" class for children four to five years of age, as well as a "Pre-ballet" class for children six years of age.

The Gymnastics Academy offers programs for children one year old and up.

For beginners, the Tumblebug Program is for ages 12 months to 6 years; this program includes "Parent & Me" classes for toddlers ages one to three years. More advanced students can join the Progressive Program, designed for children ages six to 12 years.

The Academy offers artistic gymnastics, as well as tumble and trampoline classes. Also offered are cheer classes that include cheers, chants, stunts, and tumbling. Students are placed according to skill level. Newcomers may schedule a free trial class.

Dance classes include ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and drill training for ages three to 18.

Houston Gymnastics Academy also hosts birthday parties. The experienced coaching staff provides close supervision of all activities during parties. Plan to book your party at least two months in advance. Party times are available on Saturdays and Sundays.

Open gym times for children ages two to four, and Parents' Night Out for children ages three to 12, require pre-registration.

The Gymnastics Academy offers programs for children one year old and up.

For beginners, the Tumblebug Program is for ages 12 months to 6 years; this program includes "Parent & Me" classes for toddlers ages one to three years. More advanced students can join the Progressive Program, designed for children ages six to 12 years.

The Academy offers artistic gymnastics, as well as tumble and trampoline classes. Also offered are cheer classes that include cheers, chants, stunts, and tumbling. Students are placed according to skill level. Newcomers may schedule a free trial class.

Dance classes include ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and drill training for ages three to 18.

Houston Gymnastics Academy also hosts birthday parties. The experienced coaching staff provides close supervision of all activities during parties. Plan to book your party at least two months in advance. Party times are available on Saturdays and Sundays.

Open gym times for children ages two to four, and Parents' Night Out for children ages three to 12, require pre-registration.

Houston International Ballet Academy offers classical ballet instruction for children ages three and up, for beginners through pre-professional students. During the summer, the Academy also offers a two-week, intensive workshop for ballet dancers of intermediate through advanced levels, as well as a beginners' camp for kids ages five to 10.

The Houston Metropolitan Dance Company (also known as the "Houston Met") is a professional troupe comprised of versatile dancers who can perform in modern, classical jazz, and contemporary jazz styles. The Company performs at various venues around Houston, including the Wortham Theater Center.

Dance classes for children include ballet, jazz, and tap, for kids ages three and up. A youth training program provides intermediate to advanced-level students (ages 11 and up) an education in becoming professional dancers, as well as opportunities to perform at several venues year-round.

The Houston Met also offers summer intensive classes for intermediate to advanced dancers, ages nine and up.

The Houston School of Dance and Musical Theatre offers instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theater for adults and children ages three and up.

Kennedy Dance Theatre holds dance instruction for all skill levels in ballet, tap, jazz, and more. Classes maintain a low student/teacher ratio in order to provide personalized attention.

Drill Team Prep classes are also available for ages nine and up.

With performance as the goal of study, public performance in a theatrical setting is available to all students on an annual basis.

Kennedy Dance Theatre holds dance instruction for all skill levels in ballet, tap, jazz, and more. Classes maintain a low student/teacher ratio in order to provide personalized attention.

Drill Team Prep classes are also available for ages nine and up.

With performance as the goal of study, public performance in a theatrical setting is available to all students on an annual basis.

Founded in 1982, Kuumba House Dance Theatre offers dance classes for children ages three and up in jazz, ballet, tap, hip-hop, and African dance, as well as African drumming classes for teens and adults.

Kuumba's touring performance companies bring a repertoire of South, West, and East African dance, singing, and drumming to venues throughout the Houston area and beyond, including schools, churches, museums, and festivals.

Founded in 1982, Kuumba House Dance Theatre offers dance classes for children ages three and up in jazz, ballet, tap, hip-hop, and African dance, as well as African drumming classes for teens and adults.

Kuumba's touring performance companies bring a repertoire of South, West, and East African dance, singing, and drumming to venues throughout the Houston area and beyond, including schools, churches, museums, and festivals.

Lobo offers classes for girls and boys from tots to teens, including programs in competitive gymnastic teams, cheerleading, tumbling, preschool gymnastics, and ballet and tap dance. Plenty of seating in the viewing areas keep parents comfortable while watching their children learn and perform.

Parent/child classes are available for new walkers, up to children age three years.

Birthday parties include planned, safe, and age-appropriate activities within the gym supervised by Lobo coaching staff. Children under the age of three must be accompanied by a parent in the gym. Lobo staff will set up and clean up the party room.

Lobo offers classes for girls and boys from tots to teens, including programs in competitive gymnastic teams, cheerleading, tumbling, preschool gymnastics, and ballet and tap dance. Plenty of seating in the vi