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Why Do I Need Elite Animation Academy?
Elite Animation Academy is the ideal choice for aspiring animators due to several key reasons:
Expert Instruction: Learn from former Disney and Marvel animators who bring professional experience and a passion for teaching.
Comprehensive Curriculum: Courses cover 2D and 3D animation, video editing, special effects, and game design, tailored to all skill levels.
Flexible Learning: Offering both in-studio and online classes, accessible from anywhere.
Personalized Attention: Small class sizes ensure individualized feedback and support.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to the latest industry technology and software.
Successful Alumni: Graduates have been accepted into prestigious art schools and built successful careers.
Engaging Programs: Popular summer camps and regular courses keep students inspired and learning year-round.
Community and Networking: Join a supportive and vibrant community of artists and animators.
Why Should I Choose Elite Animation Academy?
Elite Animation Academy is the ideal choice for aspiring animators due to several key reasons:
Who is Elite Animation Academy?
We are “Developing Young Minds Through The Art Of Animation”
“Elite Animation Academy provides art and animation training. Bringing students together with experienced animation instructors to maximize marketability and opportunities. Our vision is to become the best Animation Academy in the world. Elite Animation also hosts the Digital Arts for Autism (DAFA) school for adults with autism. DAFA is a program partner for the Florida Gardiner Scholarship Step Up program, a statewide initiative designed for children with special needs.”
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“Elite Animation Academy has plenty of qualities which makes it the ideal learning center for young kids who show any artistic interest. It’s mentors are quite experienced in their fields, coming from big name companies like Disney and Marvel among others. The only trait these educators share which is greater than their artistic skill is their patience and ability to teach. From someone who has been around Elite Animation for plenty of years, I can assure anyone that with dedication, results are very easily attainable.”
Ali Malik
Ringling College of Art and Design
“Elite Animation Academy provides an ideal environment for any student to further their artistic skills & style. The instructors are not only knowledgeable, but bring their own experiences working in the arts to class. In addition to the talent the instructors share with students, they are encouraging and engaging. On several occasions, instructors have given me to tools and confidence to push myself to a higher skill level. My involvement at Elite Animation Academy has led me to attend summer seminars at SCAD, where the instructors were impressed by my previous training. Next year, I hope to use the skills I’ve obtained at Elite Animation Academy to explore other summer seminars at CalArts”
Peyton Cantle
SCAD or CalArts
“I really enjoyed attending Elite Animation Academy! The courses I took were fun, and gave me a useful foundation in Character Design and Animation, as well as helping me build my portfolio. The mentoring I received there was also very helpful, and I’m thankful for that guidance. Taking courses at Elite Animation Academy helped solidify my love for animation and illustration, and I hope to keep growing the skills I learned there in the future.”
Izzy Robe
Ringling College or Art & Design
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NEW 2026 WINTER COURSES ARE NOW OPEN!
✨ Virtual and In-Studio Classes Available ✨
In-Studio Courses: January 10 – March 14, 2026
Virtual Studio Schedule: January 12 – March 20, 2026
Kick off the new year with creativity, confidence, and community at Elite Animation Academy! Our Winter 2026 programs offer something for every aspiring artist — whether you prefer the hands-on environment of our Orlando studio or the flexibility of one-on-one online instruction.
🎨 2026 WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE – IN-STUDIO
(January 10 – March 14, 2026)
Join us for immersive, instructor-led courses that ignite artistic growth and imagination! Each class runs for 10 weeks and is taught by experienced industry professionals.
TUESDAY COURSES
- Foundational Drawing 1: Master the Basics
- 2D Character Animation: Motion Magic with Adobe Animate
- Anime & Manga: Visual Storytelling Unleashed
- Storyboarding & Beatboarding: Visualize Your Narrative
- Gesture Drawing & Sketching: Capture Movement and Emotion
THURSDAY COURSES
- Character Design (Drawing): Bring Your Creations to Life
- Comics & Cartooning: Craft Your Own Narrative
- Figure Drawing: The Art of the Human Form
- Digital Painting in Photoshop: Unleash Your Digital Canvas
- 3D Character Animation: Sculpting Worlds and Characters
- Illustration (Drawing): Art for Impact
SATURDAY COURSES
- Foundational Drawing 1 & 2
- Character Design in Photoshop
- Anime & Manga
- Traditional Animation: The Disney Legacy
- Drawing People, Places, and Things
- Video Editing & Special Effects
- 3D Character Animation
- Private Classes: Personalized Artistic Growth
📍 All In-Studio classes meet once per week for 2 hours at Elite Animation Academy — 3107 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL.
💻 2026 VIRTUAL WINTER PROGRAM
(January 12 – March 20, 2026)
Our Virtual Studio offers private, one-on-one online lessons, allowing students to learn from anywhere while receiving personal attention from professional instructors.
Course Options Include:
- Foundational Drawing
- Anime/Manga
- Character Design
- Comics & Cartooning
- Storyboarding
- Illustration
- 2D & 3D Character Animation
- Digital Painting in Photoshop
- Video Editing & Special Effects
- Portfolio Review (Art College Prep)
🕒 Flexible Scheduling:
- Weekdays: 4–6 PM or 6–8 PM EST
- Saturdays: 10 AM–12 PM, 2–4 PM, or 4–6 PM EST
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💡 Did You Know?
Elite Animation Academy proudly accepts Step Up for Students scholarships!
Families can use their funds toward both In-Studio and Virtual Winter Courses.
Don’t let your Step Up funds go unused — apply them this winter to support your child’s creative journey.
🌟 Enroll Today — Spots Fill Quickly!
Take the next step in your child’s artistic growth and register for the Winter 2026 session.
Both Virtual and In-Studio options are available — simply choose what fits best for your schedule and goals!
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🍂 Grateful for Our Creative Community🍂
As we step into November, we’re feeling especially thankful — for our students, families, and talented instructors who make Elite Animation Academy such a vibrant place to learn and grow.
Registration is still open for our Winter Courses and DAFA programs, so now’s the perfect time to secure your spot before the new year!
Meanwhile, something special is brewing for December — fun, festive projects you can enjoy right from home. Stay tuned for details as we get ready to celebrate creativity in a whole new way!
And if you haven’t checked it out yet, Woody’s new Anatomy Series has officially launched! He’s teaching how to draw body parts with accurate proportions and dynamic poses — starting with the legs.
Keep an eye out — we’ll be adding more anatomy videos soon, covering arms, head angles, facial features, hands, and more.
Watch our first two videos below and follow along on Instagram for more:
Elite Animation Academy – Developing Young Minds Through the Art of Animation
Student Success Story“AJ” Beasley“My job as an instructor is to stimulate the student’s creative thinking to mature their art skills. Students art skill improve over hours of repetition; there is no fast track to mastering animation.“Woody WoodmanVeteran Disney Animation ArtistENROLL NOW – STARTS SEPTEMBER 15th !
“Former Disney Animators create opportunities for Autistic Students“Woody Woodman, an artist who helped create several Disney animated legends such as “Mulan” is teaching students on the “autism spectrum” to unleash theircreativity through animation. In addition to “Mulan,” veteran Disney feature animation artist Woody Woodman also worked on films like “Tarzan” and “Lilo & Stitch,” and is one of the many instructors at Digital Arts for Autism, or DAFA, the program operated by Orlando’s Elite Animation Academy, where 19-year-old Adaryl “AJ” Beasley is currently enrolled. A.J. was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Art is a powerful force for autistic individuals. Creating art promotes mental and emotional growth and a natural way to explore and express feelings. According to AJ’s parents, he is thriving in his animation studies. “It’s exciting to see him look forward to class,” said AJ’s mother, Micarla Beasley. “He is motivated to learn.” During AJ’s senior year of high school, he began showing interest in designing art on his computer. Micarla and husband Adaryl Beasley Sr. researched programs for their son and Elite Animation Academy had just opened its Digital Arts for Autism program. The syllabus, designed specifically for adults on the autism spectrum, was perfect; AJ’s classes are small, and the material is always very well explained. “The online classes have been amazing for our son. He is always excited to see what new design is waiting for him to recreate,” said Beasley Sr. Added Micarla: “He has grown so much in the last few months. We are grateful we found the right fit and we are looking forward to his continued progress.” Elite Academy was founded by former Disney animators. The studio provides general art and animation training with experienced movie, cartoon and print animation instructors. DAFA, only for adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, trains students for specialized jobs in animation and publishing.EASY MONTHLY/QUARTERLY PAYMENTS – CREDIT CARDSONLINE VIRTUAL / STUDIO COURSES
Total quarterly (1) one course cost is $2730. All four (4) Courses are small group live sessions with the instructor using ZOOM or ORLANDO studio. Meets two days per week/four hours per day. Four courses required total program cost is $10,900 based on continuous enrollment. Enroll Now for COURSE 1 – Illustrator. Also includes a fee of $105 per quarter for the Adobe Creative Cloud License. Step Up for Students Scholarship is approved and can be used for tuition.
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