The best ballet schools in Ohio

#1 1st Steps to Broadway School of Dance

4.9 ★★★★★ 151 reviews · Pickerington, OH

“We're glad we found 1st Steps to Broadway School of Dance! My little 3 year old is so excited to start in Tiny Tappers dance group. The enrollment process was very organized and ea…” — Meredith

#2 Parkway Dance Centre

5 ★★★★★ 129 reviews · Middleburg Heights, OH

“So thankful that we had the privilege to learn our first dance through Sandi! She curated a fun, beginner-level, yet classy first dance that went so well with our music choice. Wit…” — N

#3 All About Dance By Kristen

4.9 ★★★★★ 108 reviews · Stow, OH

“We were looking for a studio with structure but still fun and we found our place! My daughter started with a summer camp at just three years old and in just one week, she learned a…” — Amber

#4 Davis Parks School of Arts

4.7 ★★★★★ 125 reviews · Medina, OH

“Taking my daughter Crenshaw to her very first dance class was such a special moment for us—and Medina Center for Dance Art made it unforgettable. From the moment we walked through …” — Adora

#5 Dancer's Pointe

4.9 ★★★★★ 102 reviews · Perrysburg, OH

Family-run storefront for ballet-supply basics including tights and activewear, plus pointe shoes.

“My experience here was wonderful! I’ll be taking my first ever dance class at 26 years old—something I’ve always wanted to do but never taken the opportunity, until now. Steve and …” — Danielle

#6 Cleveland City Dance

5 ★★★★★ 75 reviews · Cleveland, OH

“I love my experience here! I am an adult and I was worried I would be a bit awkward when starting ballet as a middle-age learner. The teachers at Cleveland City Dance made me feel …” — Janine

#7 The ML Dance Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 64 reviews · Reynoldsburg, OH

“Being new to the Columbus area and dance, I had no idea what studio would be right for my daughter. I looked at so many and ended up selecting ML Dance Academy due to the experienc…” — Tara

#8 Hudson Conservatory of Ballet

4.9 ★★★★★ 61 reviews · Hudson, OH

“If you want quality training in a supportive & joyful environment, then HCB is it. The staff and teachers are fabulous, and they genuinely care about their dancers. The studio is s…” — Colleen

#9 A Step Above Dance Studio

4.7 ★★★★★ 67 reviews · Lima, OH

“My girls started dancing at a very young age. When we moved to Lima, we were worried about finding another dance studio that felt like family. After searching and trying out other …” — Amber

#10 BalletMet

4.4 ★★★★☆ 87 reviews · Columbus, OH

Professional company performing 40+ shows annually, from classics like "Giselle" to new works.

“Update: Dracula was the BEST ballet I have ever seen. Completely enthralled and obsessed. Miguel Anaya was masterful in his portrayal. I chose to go with a subscription package thi…” — Madeleine