Austin Youth Classical Ballet (AYCB South)

Pre-Professional Ballet Training at Balance Dance Studios

Austin Youth Classical Ballet (AYCB South) offers dedicated ballet dancers a refined, classical training and performance experience within the supportive environment of Balance Dance Studios. Designed for students who are ready to take their ballet education seriously, AYCB South provides focused instruction, meaningful performance opportunities, and a strong sense of artistic purpose. This company is performance based rather than competition based, though competitive opportunities are available. 

This program complements a dancer’s weekly ballet classes while introducing the discipline, structure, and mindset of a pre-professional ballet company—without losing the joy that makes dancers fall in love with ballet in the first place.

2026-2027 AYCB South Auditions | June 15–18

Group auditions will take place during our Summer Ballet Intensive, June 15–18.

Level 2 – Technique Class | June 15 | 10:00–11:30 AM
Level 3 – Technique Class | June 17 | 10:00–11:30 AM
Level 4/5 – Pointe & Variations | June 17 | 1:00–2:30 PM

Ballet Intensive AYCB Auditions

Our Ballet Intensive curriculum focuses on strong classical technique rooted in the traditions of ballet, with elements of contemporary movement woven throughout. This four-day intensive is designed to advance dancers in both technical strength and artistic expression. Through challenging combinations and variations, dancers refine their clarity, control, and performance quality while deepening their understanding of musicality and movement.

Throughout the week, dancers will grow in:

  • Athleticism

  • Artistry

  • Grace and speed

  • Technical precision

  • Musical interpretation

This immersive experience builds confident, disciplined artists prepared for the demands of company-level training.

Dancers will receive a reminder email one week prior to the intensive with their specific level placement and details.

Register for the Ballet Intensive

A Classical Ballet Experience With Intention

AYCB South centers on traditional ballet technique, emphasizing proper alignment, strength, musicality, and control. Training is thoughtful and progressive, allowing dancers to build a strong technical foundation while developing artistry and confidence over time.

Dancers are encouraged to move with clarity, precision, and expression, learning how technique supports storytelling and stage presence.

Why Families Choose AYCB South

Families are drawn to AYCB South because it offers:

  • Focused classical ballet training in a structured company setting
  • Expanded performance opportunities beyond recreational classes
  • Artistic mentorship that supports individual growth
  • A dance company experience focused on the art of performance, with the opportunity to perform in full length shows, much as one experiences in a professional dance company 
  • A disciplined yet encouraging environment where dancers feel challenged and supported

This balance helps dancers grow with confidence while learning what it means to commit to their craft.

Designed for Dedicated Ballet Dancers

AYCB South is a great fit for dancers who:

  • Love ballet and enjoy consistent, structured training
  • Are motivated by personal improvement and goal-setting
  • Want to experience ballet as both an art form and a discipline
  • Thrive in an environment that values focus, respect, and teamwork

The company experience helps dancers develop responsibility, time management, and pride in their work, skills that extend far beyond the studio.

Performance That Builds Confidence

Through thoughtfully planned performances, AYCB South dancers gain experience applying their training on stage in a professional, age-appropriate setting. These moments allow dancers to:

  • Build confidence and composure
  • Understand rehearsal discipline and performance etiquette
  • Experience the fulfillment of working toward a shared artistic goal
  • Perform in a full length, cohesive show

Each performance is designed to support growth, artistry, and a love of ballet.

A Supportive Ballet Community at Balance Dance Studios

AYCB South fosters a close-knit ballet community where dancers are encouraged to support one another, celebrate progress, and grow together. The culture emphasizes:

  • Respect for self, peers, and instructors
  • Commitment to growth over perfection
  • A shared passion for classical ballet

Families often describe AYCB as a place where dancers feel both challenged and genuinely cared for.

Austin Youth Classical Ballet South Director

Kyrie Lloyd began her dance training in Philadelphia, PA where she studied classical ballet, modern, jazz, and tap. Upon graduating high school, she attended Palm Beach Atlantic University earning a degree in dance. While at PBA, she had the opportunity to study under Demetrius Klein of Demetrius Klein Dance Company, Jin Young Lee from NYCB, and Eileen Hebron from ABT. She also performed and choreographed original work for the university’s dance ensemble. Since graduating college, she has been teaching at dance studios teaching all levels of dance, with an emphasis on ballet and modern dance. She also teaches barre fitness classes for teens and adults. She has performed for various South Florida dance companies and artists including Demetrius Klein Dance Company, REACH; A Dance Theater Collective, and Florida Grand Ballet. In addition, she has worked with MUSE Theater Company and has performed works such as CHICAGO and A Chorus Line.

Interested in AYCB South?

Audition information for the upcoming season will be released soon.
Families are encouraged to email the director at aycb@balancedancestudios.com for more information.

AYCB South is an ideal next step for dancers seeking a deeper, more intentional ballet experience within a supportive studio environment.