Ballet Austin's Butler Center for Dance & Fitness

Nov 2023

So fun! Huge variety of classes and good for all levels. Really friendly environment and staff. Also appreciated how hard they worked to keep bringing us options for virtual & outside classes during the pandemic.

Jul 2021

Pilates class at Ballet Austin with Vlada has been the part of my fitness routine that I look forward to the most. In fact, I site my Pilates classes as the main reason I can't leave Austin. Vlada is so knowledgeable about the human anatomy and the reformer. She makes modifications for injuries and is always patient and understanding when you can't quite get a move or your form is off. She NEVER makes you feel like a bother, in fact, when you apologise for making a mistake she says "I'm here to help you, you don't need to apologise." Also, I'm familiar with the adage "not everything has to be about race" but as a black woman (oftentimes the only black person) in predominantly white spaces, I'm usually feel othered or ignored but not here, ever. That is the main reason I will forever sing the highest for Vlada. I felt like I was seen as a human being first and foremost and my colour didn't affect how she saw me or treated me. I've gotten stronger and I've been able to apply the techniques I've learned in Pilates to my other workouts. It has sculpted my body and improved my form. Pilates is the best activity I've ever done and I can't wait to further learn and improve. I also look forward to seeing Michael at the front desk, we always have a laugh Thank you Ballet Austin!

Mar 2021

the online zoom style workshops were the next best thing besides being in an in person class during the pandemic. The instruction is top notch and very personalized. I enjoy learning from home yet still being challenged to work harder on my technique just like I was in an in person class