Whether you or your family are beginning artistic journeys or continuing advanced study, our registration process is designed to be clear, transparent and supportive.
HOW TO REGISTER IN THREE STEPS
Getting started is simple:
- Create Your Account
Set up your secure family account in our registration system, Amilia. - Select Your Classes
Browse available programs by department, age and level. - Complete Payment & Enrollment Forms
Fill out our enrollment forms and submit tuition and fees to confirm your enrollment.
You will be directed to our secure registration system to complete your enrollment.
FEES
Annual Registration Fee
$25 for one student or $50 for family
Non-refundable Annual Registration Fee covers July 2026 – June 2027
No registration fee required for Fit4Life, Theater, Folk Culture or Production Corps.
Additional Costs
Dance, Music and Martial Arts may require additional materials such as sheet music, instruments, class uniforms, costumes and recital fees. These are communicated on individual class pages during registration. Spring music and dance recitals are ticketed events.
TUITION
Tuition rates are based upon class hours, level of study and whether lessons are private or group. A selection of programs are offered with no tuition or fee. You will find high-quality, low-cost instruction for as little as $14 per class.
SUMMER SESSION
July 7 – August 14, 2026
Multi-class discount: $20 off each additional dance or karate class per student. Must purchase classes in the same order for discount.
Dance Workshops & Technique Classes (Ages 8–Adult)
1 class weekly (6 classes) – $100
2 classes weekly (12 classes) – $180
3 classes weekly (18 classes) – $240
Dance Camp (Ages 6–9)
6-week program: $500
Dance Intensives (Ages 11–17)
Visiting Artist Intensive – $130
Hip Hop Intensive – $100
African Intensive – $100
Ballet/Modern/Jazz Intensive – $250
Full 6-week Dance Intensive or Audition Prep Package – $500
Dance Combo Classes (Ages 6–10)
Flat rate per class – $130
Martial Arts (Ages 5 – 18)
1 class weekly (6 classes) – $100
2 classes weekly (12 classes) – $180
Music Private Lessons (Ages 3.5 – Adult)
(6 weekly classes)
30 minutes – $200
45 minutes – $260
60 minutes – $380
Music Group Classes
(6 weekly classes)
Music Theory – No cost (must be enrolled in music class)
Stage Band (Ages 11 – 18)
No tuition or fee (teacher placement required)
Theater (Ages 9+)
No tuition or fee
Production Corps (Ages 16 – 21)
No tuition or fee (application required; open annually in Spring)
Folk Culture Program (Ages 14 – 21)
No tuition or fee (application required; open annually in Spring)
Fit4Life (Ages 16 – Adult)
No tuition or fee. $20 suggested donation per class.
Download the printable Summer 2026 tuition chart.
FALL-SPRING SESSION
October 2026 – May 2027
The Fall–Spring session provides 24–25 weeks of structured instruction, allowing students to build technique, consistency and performance readiness over a full academic year.
Buy more, Save more: Individual student multi-class discount for dance/karate classes – 20% off 2nd class, 40% off 3rd and 4th classes (not applicable for music or classes with tuition assistance ).
Dance
25 weeks of instruction
Classes include: African, Acro, Ballet, Creative Movement, Young Dancers, Hip-Hop, Jazz and Modern.
60 minutes – $600
75 minutes – $600
90 minutes – $720
Tap/Freestyle Dance Club
25 weeks of instruction
60 minutes – $280
Music Group Lessons
25 weeks of instruction
Groups limited to 4 – 8 students
Available instruments: Bass, Drum, Guitar, Keyboard, Suzuki Violin, Violin, Woodwinds
Group lessons: $600
Music Private Lessons
24 weeks of instruction
Available instruments: Clarinet, Drum, Flute, Guitar, Japanese Flute, Piano, Saxophone, Suzuki Violin, Trombone, Trumpet, Violin, Voice
30 minutes – $880
45 minutes – $1,080 (recommended for advanced students, ages 9+)
60 minutes – $1,240
Stage Band (Ages 11 – 18)
No tuition or fee (by audition; placement required)
Music Theory
No cost (must be enrolled in music class)
Theater (Ages 9 – 21)
No tuition or fee
Martial Arts (Goju Ryu Karate)
24 weeks of instruction
75 minutes – $576
Production Corps (Ages 16 – 21)
No tuition or fee (application required; open annually in Spring)
Folk Culture Program (Ages 14 – 21)
No tuition or fee (application required; open annually in Spring)
Fit4Life (Ages 16 – Adult)
No tuition or fee. $20 suggested donation per class.
PAYMENT PLANS
Flexible payment arrangements are available to help families manage tuition over time.
Option 1: Three Installments
1st installment due March 31, 2026
2nd installment due April 30, 2026
3rd installment due May 31, 2026
Option 2: Pay Later
Pay full balance on May 31, 2026
FINANCIAL AID
We believe cost should not be a barrier to participation.
Mind-Builders offers:
- Tuition Assistance based upon financial need
- Merit Scholarships in music and dance, by audition
- Work Exchange
BEFORE YOU REGISTER
If you need assistance before enrolling, contact us. Our enrollment team is available to guide you through the process.
(718) 662-6256
Office Hours:
Fall-Spring: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Summer: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
READY TO BEGIN?
You will be directed to our secure registration system to complete your enrollment.
