Ballet Mommy and Me class with Toddlers is specifically designed as a class for parents and caregivers to take with their little dancer.  Through music, movement, and storytelling, this class is a great introduction to the world of ballet.

Creative Arts Preschool (ages 2-5 yrs) offers a hands-on learning experience that is geared to help your child grow and succeed developmentally.  Within a safe environment, your child will learn necessary pre-k skills and also life lessons or sharing, working together with other kids, and effective expression of emotions – all on their level and built to meet your child where they are.  Our amazing preschool educators have years of experience in working with preschool age children and also important early child development knowledge.  Find out all the options available with our Creative Arts Preschool program!

Irish Dance (beginning at age 4 yrs) At the Asheville Arts Center, we understand the need to jump, fly, and stomp.  Our Gallagher School of Irish Dance is geared to allow energy and excitement to flow through your child down to their feet!  Click here for more information on our Irish Dance classes through the Gallagher School of Irish Dance!

Broadway Dance- Classes start at age 3 for those interested in movin and grovin.  Lessons in technique and skills are used to create a dance production at the end of the semester – like The Lion King.  For your ‘Broadway Baby’, see our complete list of offerings!

Asheville Children’s Theatre (ages 4-7 yrs) at the Asheville Arts Center offers you a way to express your creativity in classes and on stage! Your creative beginner will have the opportunity to participate in acting classes and musical theater while developing stage presence and confidence that will last a lifetime. Be a part of something where creativity, imagination, and technique come together and allow the inner voice to speak.  See what productions we are currently working on!

Private Music and Voice Lessons – beginning at age 3 (with evaluation)  Music is an essential part of every child’s development.  With a faculty that both education and professional experience with their instrument, your child will receive instruction that is geared to meet their needs.  We offer consultations at no charge so you have the chance to meet the instructor and discuss what is best for your child.  Check out the instruments and training methods we offer!