The best ballet schools in Arizona
Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 4,481 reviews of Arizona studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 The Studance Lab
4.9 ★★★★★ 316 reviews · Avondale, AZ
“The StuDANCE Lab is an amazing studio!! I started a few months ago and love it! I went to the trial classes and tour with my best friend, we never been to a studio like this. The f…” — Jazlynn
#2 Classic Image Dance
4.9 ★★★★★ 226 reviews · Chandler, AZ
“I’m new to the CID family, have had my daughter enrolled for a few weeks now and it’s been nothing but a positive experience so far. My daughter is only three and extremely shy and…” — Toni
#3 Studio R Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 109 reviews · Mesa, AZ
“From the moment you walk in, there’s this energy—focused but fun, polished but welcoming. The instructors clearly know their craft (serious technique, clean lines, strong fundament…” — Lathe
#4 Dance 101
5 ★★★★★ 78 reviews · Tempe, AZ
“My children have thrived as dancers at Dance 101! The staff and instruction they have received from their teachers is fantastic! My kids love to go to dance and had so much fun at …” — Kylie
#5 Music & Dance Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 77 reviews · Tucson, AZ
“I have been a parent of the Tucson Music & Dance Academy for over 11 years until we moved out of the state recently. My three children grew up in the Academy, learning dance, piano…” — Anne
#6 Ballet Arizona
4.3 ★★★★☆ 118 reviews · Phoenix, AZ
Group specializing in both classical, contemporary and modern interpretations of dance.
“Absolutely the best dance performances in Arizona. I started by attending the Nutcracker- which is excellent, but now I like the more modern dance performances much better. Some of…” — Brad
#7 Master Ballet Academy
4.5 ★★★★★ 69 reviews · Scottsdale, AZ
“I trained with Slawomir & Irena for 2 1/2 years. I am now a professional ballerina with Colorado Ballet. I wouldn't be where I am without them. They have the highest quality ballet…” — Kenzie
#8 L.A. Dance
4.6 ★★★★★ 58 reviews · Peoria, AZ
“This is the best dance studio! My daughter has danced here for 5 years and she loved all the classes offered and I love how the staff loves your kid like their own! We wouldn't dan…” — Jessica
#9 JuiceBox Dance Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 45 reviews · Goodyear, AZ
“My daughter loves coming here!💗She is always excited for her dance classes. She attends ballet/hip hop and a ballet/tap class. She is an active social five year old and the instru…” — Mikasa
#10 Elite Dance Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 41 reviews · Surprise, AZ
“Their recitals are amazing! I found a flyer at my granddaughter Chloe's school when she was in 1st grade & soon after, her parents enrolled her. She's 11 now & absolutely adores he…” — Cami