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The best ballet schools in Alabama

Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 1,841 reviews of Alabama studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 tiny toes ballet Pembrokeshire

5 ★★★★★ 77 reviews · Pike Road, AL

Kids & teens wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performances

“Both of my daughters have attended classes with Miss Sonia and her fabulous team for several years now. They love learning new skills through fun (very catchy) songs, and beautiful…” — Shauna

#2 The Pointe Dance Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 80 reviews · Birmingham, AL

Free trial Pointe Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kids

“My daughter loves going here! The staff is very welcoming and friendly. We went for a summer camp in 2018 and then did the Twinkle Babies class (ages 3-4) from 2018-2019.” — Kristen

#3 LINDA DOBBINS DANCE

4.8 ★★★★★ 59 reviews · Birmingham, AL

Kids & teens strong technique & trainingnurturing, non-competitiveserious pre-professional training

“I love Linda Dobbins Dance! I have been coming here for 8 years now and I could not imagine dancing anywhere else. Mrs. Linda has been an amazing mentor and teacher to myself and o…” — Mae

#4 Elite Dance Academy, Inc.

4.3 ★★★★☆ 72 reviews · Phenix City, AL

Pointe Kids & teens Private lessons strong technique & trainingnurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performances

“I love this studio for the Progress, learning and developing my little girls dance skills. The Owner Mrs Joanne and her staff of teachers/instructors/choreographers are excellent. …” — Sandra

#5 West Main Studios School of Dance

4.9 ★★★★★ 32 reviews · Madison, AL

Kids & teens Private lessons wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performances

“We absolutely love West main studios. Nll They treat each dancer like they are their own daughter or son. The professionalism, the kindness, and the relaxing atmosphere makes the s…” — Chelsea

#6 Ballet Arts & Fitness

4.5 ★★★★★ 41 reviews · Tuscaloosa, AL

Adult classes Pointe Kids & teens caring, skilled teachersstrong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginners

“Very nice place, we all feel welcome in the studio. All the instructors and students are very friendly. They create a safe, nurturing, and diverse environment for all students. Ali…” — Doris

#7 Glory & Grace Dance

5 ★★★★★ 22 reviews · Rainbow City, AL

Kids & teens nurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performanceswell-run & communicative

“This remarkable, world class dance studio uniquely provides student dancers with serious classical ballet and contemporary dance training in an environment where dancers take on th…” — Denise

#8 Adonai School Of Ballet & Fine Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 25 reviews · Madison, AL

Adult classes Kids & teens nurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performanceswell-run & communicative

“Adonai School of Ballet is an incredible place to learn with a Christ-centered experience. Many other ballet studios are competitive and selfish, but Adonai encourages dancers to b…” — Matthew

#9 Turning Pointe Dance Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 21 reviews · Mobile, AL

Pointe Kids & teens nurturing, non-competitive

“I dance there and I'm in a lot of classes and this is the best dance place ever !” — Miranda

#10 Mobile Ballet

4.8 ★★★★★ 22 reviews · Mobile, AL

Kids & teens beautiful recitals & performancesserious pre-professional trainingwell-run & communicative

“Mobile is truly blessed to have this quality of instruction and performance company in our town. The new AD Katia Garza and her husband, Israel Rodriguez are not only world-class i…” — Virginia

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