Austin Classical Movement institute was founded in 2026 by Emily Lofton in response to the ever-increasing expectations of today’s dance students .

At Austin Classical Movement Institute, We know…

excellence takes time and consistency.

successful dancers practice honoring and communicating their needs.

there is incomprehensible value in artistic exploration and the pursuit of knowledge and deeper understanding.

At ACMI, we consider the whole student, not just the dancer at the barre.