After School Dance Program
Wednesdays for Pre-K and Kindergarten
Thursdays for Grades 1, 2 and 3
At ESTIA, after school is the best part of your child's day. Two dance classes, a small group of peers, and teachers who are working professional dancers. We handle the pickup from school so you can handle everything else.
We know what afternoons look like for families in Williamsburg. There is always somewhere to be and not quite enough time to get there.
ESTIA's After School Program was built with that in mind.
Your child is walked from Brooklyn Arbor, one block from our studio, directly to ESTIA. From there, they spend three hours in Ballet and Modern/Contemporary dance with teachers who genuinely care about what they are learning, not just that they showed up.
Groups are capped at 10 students so every child is seen, encouraged, and developed as an individual.
At the end of each season, we open our doors to families for an in-studio showing of the work your child has been building. We close every season this way because we believe families deserve to see what their child is capable of.
We currently offer school pickup from Brooklyn Arbor. More schools are being added for Fall 2026.
If your child attends a different nearby school, reach out and we will let you know when your school is included.
A place where your child grows, and you can breathe.
Why families choose ESTIA
We center learning and joy rather than pressure, over-preparation, or expensive recital culture. Young dancers learn technique in intimate groups, building confidence, body awareness, skill, and creative curiosity without the distractions or costs of performance-focused programs.
Here is what makes this program different from others in the neighborhood:
Teachers who are working professionals.
Every instructor at ESTIA is an active professional dancer, performing and contributing to the dance community outside the studio. That experience and passion comes into the room with your child every session.
Groups of no more than 10 students.
This is a deliberate choice. Small groups make it possible for every child to receive individual attention, build real friendships, and develop at their own pace. Your child is never just another student in the room.
Two styles, every session.
Ballet builds technical foundation, strength and precision. Modern/Contemporary opens up expression, creativity and freedom. Your child works in both every week, giving them a well-rounded movement education that transfers far beyond the studio.
A family showcase at the end of every season.
At the end of every season, we open our doors to families for a free showing of the work the group has built together. It is one of our favorite moments of the season and one of the things that makes ESTIA feel different from the programs around us.
One home for the whole family.
While your child is in the program, you have access to ESTIA's full adult schedule, including dance classes, fitness, and personal training. Movement becomes something your family shares, not something you drop off and wait for.
2:30 pm School pickup from Brooklyn Arbor
3:00 to 3:30 pm Drop-off, snack, changing, community time
3:30–4:15 pm Ballet Class
4:15–5:00 pm Modern/Contemporary Class
5:00–5:30 pm Cool down and flexible parent pickup window
Drop-off families are welcome anytime between 2:30 and 3:30pm. Class begins at 3:30pm. Students on school pickup arrive with our team in time for the full routine.
What your child's afternoon looks like:
Spring 2026
Wednesdays: Pre-K and Kindergarten
Thursdays: Grades 1, 2 and 3
Program dates:
Starts: April 15 (Pre-K/K) and April 16 (Grades 1, 2 and 3)
Ends: June 24/25
Family showcase: June 27 at 5pm, free and open to all families
What is included:
11 weeks of Ballet and Modern/Contemporary classes
One end-of-season family showcase
School pickup from Brooklyn Arbor available at $250 for the season
Season price: $399
Enrollment is open through May 15. Spots are limited.
Fall 2026
Wednesdays: Pre-K and Kindergarten
Thursdays: Grades 1, 2 and 3
Program dates:
Starts: September 7, 2026
Ends: December 23, 2026
Family showcase: December 2026, date to be confirmed
What is included:
15 weeks of Ballet and Modern/Contemporary classes
One end-of-season family showcase
School pickup available (Brooklyn Arbor and additional schools coming)
Each group is capped at 10 students. Families on our interest list will be the first to know when enrollment opens and will have priority access to secure their spot.
ESTIA offers school pickup as part of the program for families who need it.
Our team meets students at Brooklyn Arbor at dismissal and walks them to the studio, one block away. Students arrive in time for a snack, a few minutes to change and settle in, and community time with their group before class begins at 3:30pm.
To add pickup, select the option at checkout. Before the program begins you will receive a short form from us where you can share your child's classroom and dismissal details.
If your child does not attend Brooklyn Arbor, reach out to us at info@estiahouseofmovement.com. We are adding more nearby schools for Fall 2026 and want to make sure we can include your family.
From school to studio, we have it covered.
Fall 2026 enrollment opens in June. Spots go fast.
Each group in our After School Program is capped at 10 students. Families on our interest list are the first to hear when enrollment opens and have the opportunity to secure their spot before we open to the public.
If you are thinking about Fall 2026, this is the best place to start.
What families are saying
I was really struggling to help my daughter start a new hobby, she was scared and hesitant to try anything, even though she clearly loved dancing at home. Every time music played, she would start moving, but she refused to join a class. Everything changed when I took her to Lydia’s Creative Movement & Ballet Fundamentals. From the very first class, she lit up. She started asking me to take her multiple times a week, and she even told me she wants to be like Lydia when she grows up. Her dance skills have improved surprisingly fast over the last couple of months. She’s now doing movements that look genuinely professional, at least to me as a not-very-dance-educated dad! More importantly, she’s confident, happy, and excited to learn. Totally recommended. Thank you, Lydia, for inspiring her and giving her such a beautiful start in dance!
Parent Review
Lydia has been teaching dance to my girls (6 and 8) for the last two years, and she’s just wonderful. They adore her, they’ve grown so much, and every week I see how focused and excited they are in her class. We feel really lucky to have her as their teacher and are looking forward to her new space to host their classes.
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FAQs
Program Basics
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Our groups are small by design, with a maximum of 10 students per cohort. Every instructor is a working professional dancer. We focus on building technique across two styles each session, and we keep costs simple with no costume fees or recital charges. At the end of each season, families come in for a free in-studio showcase.
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Ballet and Modern/Contemporary dance, both taught every session.
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Yes. We pick up from Brooklyn Arbor at dismissal and walk students to the studio. More schools are being added for Fall 2026. If your child attends a nearby school not yet on our list, email us and we will be in touch when your school is added.
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For Ballet: form-fitted clothes or a leotard, tights, ballet shoes or non-slip socks, and a water bottle.
For Contemporary: comfortable clothes, socks or bare feet, and a water bottle. Hair should be pulled back. Pack a snack from home, they will be hungry when they arrive.
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Select your child's session and complete checkout. To add school pickup, select that option at checkout. For any questions email us at info@estiahouseofmovement.com.
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Yes. We close every season by opening our doors to families for an in-studio showing of the work the students have built together. Families are invited in to watch. There is nothing to purchase and nothing to prepare for.
Logistics
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Drop-off is open between 2:30 and 3:30pm. Class begins promptly at 3:30pm. Students on pickup will arrive with our team in time for the full routine.
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Parent pickup is flexible between 5:00 and 5:30pm. Students cool down, change and spend time with classmates while they wait.
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Each group is capped at 10 students. This is intentional. Small groups mean more individual attention, stronger technique, and a tighter community.
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We do not offer refunds. If you would like to get a feel for ESTIA before committing to the program, we recommend booking a drop-in dance class first so your child can meet the teachers and try a class before enrolling.
Ready to give your child an afternoon they look forward to every week?
Spring enrollment is open now through May 15. Fall 2026 details are coming in June. Either way, we would love to welcome your family to ESTIA.