Catapult Acting Studios Youth Classes

Catapult Acting Studios Youth Classes offers acting classes in Atlanta for ages 4-17. The offerings include Level 1 | Beginner On-Camera Baseline, Level 2 | Intermediate On-Camera Intermediate, Level 3 | Advanced Audition Technique for teen actors, Conservatory for ages 10-25, Online Class, Private Coaching Packages for 4-6 year olds, Summer Camps for ages 8-17, Youth Audition Gauntlet, and From Scene To Strategy.

Programs

• Youth Classes — ages 4-17 · Acting classes in Atlanta for kids at all levels; establish your on-camera career with a curriculum and professional coaches.
• Level 1 | Beginner On-Camera Baseline — ages 7-17 · Entry point to the core curriculum; supportive, professional environment building a strong on-camera foundation plus focus and listening skills.
• Level 2 | Intermediate On-Camera Intermediate — Next step for actors ready for higher-level training; for those who completed Baseline, a Summer Camp or two, or have proven professional TV/Film experience or an agent/manager referral.
• Level 3 | Advanced Audition Technique — teen actors · Advanced 16-week class for teen actors ready for the next level; offered in the Spring semester.
• Conservatory — ages 10-25 · Year-long program for developmental and advanced actors; admission by application and audition only.
• Online Class — Virtual offerings bring the Catapult curriculum to actors wherever they are; one virtual class typically runs each semester.
• Private Coaching Packages — 4-6 year olds · In-person private coaching for young performers interested in TV and film acting; includes private coaching, professional taping sessions, and parent education.
• Summer Camps — ages 8-17 · Weekly day camps for TV/Film acting for first-timers to advanced actors.
• Youth Audition Gauntlet — A three-day intensive with Catapult’s owner/founder and a pro coach; max of 15 students.
• From Scene To Strategy — A hands-on working lab connecting scene work with market perspective and Q&A.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–17 years old
• General schedule: Fall programs run 16 weeks (August-December); Spring programs run 16 weeks (January-May). All Adult Classes are 8 weeks long, with 5 sessions each year.
• Facility hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 am-9:00 pm; Friday-Saturday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am-11:00 pm

About the provider

Catapult Acting Studios was founded in 2015 by Erik Lingvall. Its core mission is to connect clients with the right knowledge, the right people and the right path. It is described as a nationally recognized training center for film and television actors that offers world-class training, career guidance, and industry exposure.

Classes stay small and fill quickly. Registration is recommended early to secure a place and unlock more flexible payment plans. Admission to Conservatory is by application and audition only. Age 18 is accepted in teen classes if currently enrolled in high school.

What families say

“What keeps me coming back to work with Erik is his endless enthusiasm & knowledge about the business. He has access to so many resources in the industry & is constantly working to gain the knowledge necessary to guide talent in the right direction. Erik is a down to earth person & someone to trust when you are trying to navigate this overwhelming business.” — Jami Rudofsky Casting Director (Masters of Sex, Gilmore Girls)

“My daughter really enjoyed her time at Camp Catapult. She enjoyed seeing different experts from the field each day and appreciated the feedback and encouragement that she got. It definitely sparked her interest in acting and was a great way to practice public speaking in a fun, non-threatening setting.” — Lauren Ramshur, Mom of New Young Actor, Camp Catapult 2024

Last updated November 13, 2026.