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Preparatory & Teen Programs

Have questions or need assistance with Preparatory & Teen Program classes? E-mail enrollment@nobadance.com, or call 504.522.0996 x 207

“The things I love most about NOBA are the quality of instruction and the dedication of the instructors.”

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Preparatory & Teen Program

Ages 6-18

Please see below for a schedule of classes and locations.

NOBA’s Preparatory and Teen Programs include technique classes in ballet, jazz, and hip hop, continuing the excellent training in our nationally recognized curriculum. Through regular, consistent attendance, students will build upon the fundamentals of dance technique with a focus on increasing strength and flexibility, developing coordination and confidence while becoming more familiar with dance vocabulary.

All students will be featured in a culminating Spring Neighborhood Concert Series performance, open studio events for family and friends, and select classes may have the opportunity to perform in The Nutcracker Suite. In addition, students and their families have access to deeply discounted tickets to NOBA Main Stage Season of performances through the Helis Foundation’s Ovation Program.

Schedule of Classes and Locations

Schedules, instructors and available spaces are subject to change.

CUT-OFF REC CENTER

6600 Belgrade Street
New Orleans, LA 70131 MAP

September 9, 2024 – May 7, 2025: School Year Classes and Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Jaelyn Robinson

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays & Wednesdays
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (8-11 y/o)* 

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

GERNON BROWN REC CENTER

1001 Harrison Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70124 MAP

September 9, 2024 – May 6, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Caleb Dowden (Jazz); Bethani Pete Collins (Ballet)

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays
4:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. • Preparatory Jazz Dance (6-7 y/o)

5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. • Preparatory Jazz Dance (8-11 y/o) 

Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (8-11 y/o)*

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

MORRIS F.X. JEFF, SR. REC CENTER

2529 General Meyer Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70114 MAP

September 10, 2024 – May 7, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Lucy Vanderbrook

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (8-11 y/o)* 

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

JOE W. BROWN REC CENTER

5601 Read Boulevard
New Orleans, LA 70127 MAP

September 9, 2024 – May 7, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Madyson Barbain

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. • Preparatory/Teen Ballet & Jazz (8-18 y/o)*

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

DESIRE / FLORIDA MULTI-SERVICE CENTER

3250 Industry St. (Corner of Louisa St. & Industry St., Desire/Florida Area)
New Orleans, LA 70126 MAP

September 10, 2024 – May 6, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Claire Spenard

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Preparatory Ballet (6-9 y/o)* 

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

TREMÉ RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTER

900 N. Villere Street
New Orleans, LA 70116 MAP

September 9, 2024 – May 6, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructors: Tai Teamer (Hip Hop), Jaelyn Robinson (Ballet)

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. • Preparatory Hip Hop (6-8 y/o)

6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. • Preparatory Hip Hop (9-18 y/o) 

Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Preparatory Ballet (8-11 y/o)*

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Preparatory/Teen Ballet & Jazz (12-18 y/o)*

*Students must commit to attending both days of ballet classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

CHALMETTE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

2600 Palmisano Blvd.
Chalmette, LA 70043 MAP

September 9 – April 30, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Simone Haley

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Preparatory Ballet (6-7 y/o)*

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Preparatory Ballet (8-11 y/o)*

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Preparatory/Teen Ballet & Jazz (12-18 y/o)*

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Photo: Jeff Strout

ROSENWALD REC CENTER

1120 South Broad Street.
New Orleans, LA 70125 MAP

September 9, 2024 – May 7, 2025: School Year Classes & Activities

Spring 2025 Semester classes begin the week of January 13!

Instructor: Chelsea Syal

CLASS SCHEDULE:

Mondays & Wednesdays
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. • Preparatory Ballet (6-9 y/o)

*Students must commit to attending both days of classes weekly.


Questions

Have questions or need assistance with Preparatory Program classes?
E-mail enrollment@nobadance.com, or call 504.522.0996 x 207

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