Ballet Academy East, with more than 30 years of experience, offers excellent programs for children and adults of all ages and abilities. The youngest children start in Mother & Child classes where 2 years olds and their parents/caregivers share the joy of music and dance. Pre-Ballet classes (ages 3 to 6) introduce ballet in a positive and creative environment. Tap, modern and drama classes are also offered. The Pre-Professional Ballet Division, for ages 7 to 18, provides students every opportunity to achieve their highest potential and aspirations utilizing a structured curriculum within a nurturing environment. The faculty consists of highly experienced and renowned teachers led by associate artistic director, Darla Hoover. All classes have piano accompaniment. Admission to the Pre-Professional Division is by audition. There are two performance opportunities yearly in February and May, providing the Pre-Professional students with the opportunity to hone their performance skills. BAE offers teens and adults of all levels a full schedule of ballet, tap, jazz, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes. The bright facility has five air-conditioned studios. The dressing rooms have showers and lockers, and there is a Capezio Dancewear Boutique on the premises.