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The best ballet schools in New Hampshire

Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 1,250 reviews of New Hampshire studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 Dance Inspirations

5 ★★★★★ 132 reviews · Concord, NH

Free trial Kids & teens caring, skilled teacherswelcoming to beginnersnurturing, non-competitive

“My three year old daughter had her trial class the other day and loved it! The moment we walked in the door we felt welcomed. The communication leading up to the class was fantasti…” — Ashleigh

#2 Portsmouth School of Ballet

5 ★★★★★ 58 reviews · Portsmouth, NH

Free trial Pointe Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“The Portsmouth School of Ballet brings experience and fun to all of their classes! There are many dance styles to chose from and great opportunities to perform on stage. The techni…” — Elena

#3 Southern New Hampshire Dance Theater

4.8 ★★★★★ 61 reviews · Bedford, NH

Free trial Adult classes Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginnersnurturing, non-competitive

“SNHDT holds a very special part of my heart and always will. I started with Southern NH Dance Theater when Miss Trish first opened the studio way back in the 1990’s! She had been m…” — Amy

#4 Lefton Dance Complex - Dance Studio

4.9 ★★★★★ 43 reviews · Bedford, NH

Kids & teens Private lessons caring, skilled teacherswelcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kids

“A 5-Star review doesn’t even do it justice. Since my daughter started dancing at Lefton two years ago, we have watched her interest in dance transform into her passion.” — Angela

#5 New Hampshire School of Ballet

4.9 ★★★★★ 37 reviews · Hooksett, NH

Pointe Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginnersnurturing, non-competitive

“I have been dancing at this studio ever since I was 8 and I am now 13. Since then I have received amazing education in dance. The environment is so welcoming and the staff are very…” — Elizabeth

#6 East Coast Dance Complex

4.8 ★★★★★ 28 reviews · Somersworth, NH

Free trial Kids & teens wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivewell-run & communicative

“My daughter has been part of this incredible studio for the past two years, and we couldn't be happier. The level of professionalism, care, and passion they bring is truly inspirin…” — Nadine

#7 Turning Pointe Center Of Dance Pembroke

5 ★★★★★ 21 reviews · Pembroke, NH

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

“My daughter just finished her first year at TPCD. Miss Lisa and Miss Emma are absolutely amazing with all of the dancers! Gabby loves dance and is so excited to start again in the …” — Kimberly

#8 Bedford Youth Performing Company (BYPC)

4.7 ★★★★★ 21 reviews · Bedford, NH

Kids & teens caring, skilled teacherswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“My children have been attending classes at BYPC for almost ten years. They have grown into confident performers and they have had a lot of fun during the process. The teachers are …” — Nicolle

#9 Londonderry Dance Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 21 reviews · Londonderry, NH

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

“Best dance academy in Southern NH. Lots of different classes, including ballet, contemporary dance and a hip hop dance class my son enjoys. Mrs. Mullen runs a tight ship and has gu…” — Stephen

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