May 15-16, 2026
Long Island City's arts and athletic venues are hosting a diverse weekend for teens looking to train, perform, or experience live dance. Whether you're drawn to cultural dance forms, professional ballet performances, or martial arts, this weekend spans instruction-based classes and spectator experiences—giving you options to either deepen existing skills or discover something new.
showSun, May 17 · 12:00 PM
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center · Long Island City
Joffrey Ballet School Children's & Youth Ballet Programs present an innovative retelling of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Lion, Scarecrow and more dancing characters includin
This ballet performance offers a chance to experience professional-level dance storytelling, where you can see how choreography brings a classic story to life. It's a good option if you want to appreciate dance as an art form without needing prior training.
From $140Sat, May 16 · 12:30 PM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Beginner II & Intermediate level Irish dance class for children. 1-hour Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
This Irish dance class works for intermediate learners ready to build on fundamentals, giving you structured skill progression in a cultural dance form within a 1-hour Saturday session. You'll train alongside peers at similar levels, creating a focused learning environment.
martial_artsSat, May 16 · 9:00 AM
Team Jucao Long Island City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu · Long Island City
Advanced Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class held at Team Jucao Long Island City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This registered program focuses on intermediate and advanced techniques for children already training i
Advanced Kids BJJ offers technical skill-building for those already training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, letting you work on intermediate and advanced techniques with peers who share your commitment to the sport. It's a competitive activity that combines strategy, discipline, and problem-solving.
From $180Sat, May 16 · 9:30 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Championship-level Irish dance class on Saturdays. 90-minute session for competitive dancers. Part of the 2025-26 season.
From $115Sat, May 16 · 11:00 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Beginner I Irish dance class for young children (ages 3.5+). 45-minute Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
From $115Sat, May 16 · 11:45 AM
O'Donnell Academy of Irish Dance · Long Island City
Ceili team Irish dance class for Intermediate & Advanced children. 45-minute Saturday session. Part of the 2025-26 season.
showSun, May 17 · 3:30 PM
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center · Long Island City
Joffrey Ballet School Children's & Youth Ballet Programs present an innovative retelling of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Lion, Scarecrow and more dancing characters includin