Expertise.com

Best Ballet Classes in Jacksonville

Laurels
2023
Laurels

We did the research for you!

Learn more
  • checkboxLicensing
  • checkboxUser Reviews
  • checkboxMystery Shopping Calls

Ballet Classes FAQs

Learn more
FREE

Expertise.com Concierge

Let us do the work for you!

Share your needs with our Concierge team, and they'll book you with our best available top-ranked service providers!

Arts Edge School of Dance and Theatre logo

Arts Edge School of Dance and Theatre

Fleming Island, FL 32003

Business Description

Arts Edge School of Dance and Theatre was founded in 2010 to provide high-quality dance training that helps each student grow as both a dancer and a person. This school uses the National Training Curriculum of the American Ballet Theater. Classes for children beginning at age 2 include creative movement and four levels of primary ballet. Older children and adults can opt for four levels of classical ballet, pre-pointe and pointe, jazz, hip-hop, tap, modern dance, contemporary, and acting.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.7
Facebook
4.8 / 5 (51)
Google
4.4 / 5 (12)
Baggs Studio of Ballet logo

Baggs Studio of Ballet

Jacksonville, FL 32205

Business Description

Baggs Studio of Ballet in Jacksonville is a classical ballet school that stresses discipline, technique, and personal achievement. Five levels of ballet classes begin as young as age three. Advanced students can take classes in partner dancing. Non-professional classes are also available, including adult ballet classes for ages 15 and up with no prior experience required, and jazz class beginning at age 10.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (8)
Bravo School of Dance and Theater logo

Bravo School of Dance and Theater

Jacksonville, FL 32224

Business Description

Bravo School of Dance and Theater in Jacksonville was founded in 2006 to provide quality dance instruction for students of all ages in a warm, positive environment. Classes begin as early as age 3 and include disciplines such as ballet, stretching and technique, musical theater, Zumba, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, tumbling, contemporary, modern, and more. Tuition starts at $70 per month for 1 class, with discounts for additional classes as well as a 15 percent sibling discount.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (18)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (3)
Destiny Dance Center logo

Destiny Dance Center

Orange Park, FL 32073

Business Description

Destiny Dance Center in Orange Park offers music and dance classes designed to help children build skills and confidence, foster a love of the art form, and make new friends. Disciplines include ballet, tap, acrobatics, modern, hip-hop, pointe, jazz, contemporary, guitar, ukelele, piano, and worship music. Both private and group lessons are available. New students can register for one free trial class.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.7
Facebook
4.7 / 5 (82)
Expressions Dance of Jacksonville logo

Expressions Dance of Jacksonville

Jacksonville, FL 32206

Business Description

Expressions Dance of Jacksonville is a performing arts studio offering classes for children as young as age 3 as well as adults. Founded in 2009, the studio provides instruction in dance and performing arts disciplines including ballet, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, hip-hop, modeling, and baton. Summer camp and after school programs are also available. Tuition begins at $40 per month for single classes, $55 per month for 3 to 6 classes, and $65 a month for 7 to 9 classes.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.6
Google
4.6 / 5 (9)
North Florida Ballet Theatre logo

North Florida Ballet Theatre

Jacksonville, FL 32224

Business Description

Located in Jacksonville, North Florida Ballet Theatre provides classical ballet and performing arts training for students ages 2 through adult. Classes for ages 2 to 5 include ballet fundamentals, tap, and tumble. Students ages 5 to 7 take one ballet class each week along with a recommended class in tap, jazz, acrobatics, or flexibility. Students ages 8 to 14 take either two ballet classes or one ballet class and an elective. Pre-professional dance education is also available at this studio.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.2
Facebook
4.1 / 5 (33)
Google
4.7 / 5 (6)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)
Ponte Vedra Ballet and Dance Company logo

Ponte Vedra Ballet and Dance Company

Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Business Description

Ponte Vedra Ballet and Dance Company was founded in 2003 to offer professional-level classical ballet training for students of all ages. They have since expanded to provide a range of classes including rhyme time for two- and three-year-olds, broadway, jazz, tap and ballet combo, acrobatics, and much more. This studio also hosts summer camp programs as well as special workshops and intensive studies throughout the year with noted industry professionals.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (4)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)
Royal Amelia Dance Academy logo

Royal Amelia Dance Academy

Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Business Description

The Royal Amelia Dance Academy provides ballet classes to clients in Jacksonville. The company teaches classical ballet using the Janice Barringer Technique. The class has beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels that students can choose from. Aside from ballet, the academy also teaches other kinds of dances like tap, modern, jazz, and hip-hop. Summer camps for kids are also available. Clients can check the calendar posted on the company's website for available classes. The academy gives back to the community by performing in various community events.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.9
Google
4.8 / 5 (38)
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (35)

Professionalism:

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.
5.0
Responsiveness
Friendliness
Helpfulness
Detail
St. Augustine Dance Academy logo

St. Augustine Dance Academy

St. Augustine, FL 32095

Business Description

St. Augustine Dance Academy is an 8,100-square-foot facility with four professional quality dance studios. They strive to make dance accessible to all students, building confidence, grace, and technical skills. Classes begin at ages 2.5 and include combination, basic, and advanced instruction in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, tap, acrobatics, and cheer-related dance. Tuition starts at $65 per month for one class per week, with discounts available for additional classes.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (1)
Xtreme Dance Studio logo

Xtreme Dance Studio

Sanford, FL 32771

Business Description

Xtreme Dance Studio provides fun, exciting dance instruction for all ages. Class options include ballet, pointe, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, mommy and me, mini movers, acrobatics, and musical theater. A competitive dance company is also available for students who desire and are prepared for a higher level of instruction and performance. This studio received a 2015 Family Favorite Award from Playground Magazine. Scholarships are available.

Reputation:

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
4.0
Facebook
4.0 / 5 (171)
Google
4.4 / 5 (25)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Ballet is an intense and beautiful sport. It can help people learn how to be more creative, as well as become physically stronger. And while most people who intend to become professional ballerinas start at a young age, people can take up ballet at any time. To learn ballet, you'll have to take professional lessons at a ballet studio, either privately or as part of a class. Of course, if you've never taken dance lessons before, you may be uncertain about how to decide which studio to choose. Keep reading for answers to the most common questions about ballet classes, so you can make an informed decision when selecting a studio.

  • What is ballet?

    Ballet is an artistic dance form characterized by light, fluid, graceful, and precise movements. Ballet dancers wear pointe shoes that allow them to stand on their toes and twirl. This type of performative dance can tell a story to an audience. Ballet is very technical, often taking people years to master.

  • Where did ballet originate?

    Ballet originated in Italy in the early 1500s. In fact, the word ballet stems from the Italian word "ballare," which means "to dance." Although it originated in Italy, ballet was introduced to the French and Russian courts, where it was really transformed. By 1850, Russia had become the leader in creating and transforming ballet into what it is today.

  • How long are ballet classes?

    The length of a ballet class depends on the student's age. Children aged three to eight will only take a 30-minute to one-hour class. From there, class length increases with age:

    • Nine year-olds take one-hour classes
    • Ten year-olds take one-1.5 hour classes
    • Eleven year-olds take 1.5-hour classes
    • Twelve to eighteen year-olds take 2-hour classes

  • Can you learn ballet as an adult?

    You can absolutely learn ballet as an adult. In fact, ballet is a great way to get physical exercise and increase your strength as an adult. Of course, starting as an adult means it's unlikely you’ll become a professional ballet dancer, but it does mean you can do it for fun!

  • Can adults learn ballet en pointe?

    There's a benefit to learning to dance ballet en pointe in your younger years. As your feet develop, dancing ballet helps ensure they gain the strength, flexibility, and shape to dance en pointe. However, it’s not impossible for adults to learn en pointe. It will just take a lot of time and dedication.

  • How do I become better at ballet?

    Ballet is all about dedication and practice. You should be committed to going to your classes every week (multiple times a week is ideal), warming up before classes, and wearing the right shoes. You can also improve your ballet by staying fit and taking part in other types of physical exercise.