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The best ballet schools in Tennessee

Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 3,910 reviews of Tennessee studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 Nashville Ballet

4.6 ★★★★★ 130 reviews · Nashville, TN

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

“I've always wanted to try ballet and Nashville Ballet has been amazing from inquiries to studio. They communicate very well when you're learning about the school, answering all que…” — Ellie

#2 Tutu School Hendersonville

5 ★★★★★ 82 reviews · Hendersonville, TN

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

“We absolutely adore tutu school! Our little twirler has been taking class for almost a year and we have watched her confidence blossom! The teachers are WONDERFUL! Every single one…” — Kayla

#3 Dance Classics

4.8 ★★★★★ 98 reviews · Murfreesboro, TN

Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kids

“When I was looking for a dance studio for my daughter, it was very challenging because I wanted a place that's understand they are teaching young children, a place that will teach …” — Sophia

#4 Angela Floyd School For Dance And Music

4.8 ★★★★★ 95 reviews · Knoxville, TN

Adult classes Pointe Kids & teens Private lessons caring, skilled teachersstrong technique & trainingwonderful with young kids

“We are so happy to be part of the Angela Floyd Family! Our daughter attends the performing arts preschool program and we are thrilled with it. Ms. Karen and Mr. Alex are wonderful …” — Heaven'S

#5 Bella Ballerina Chattanooga

4.8 ★★★★★ 86 reviews · Chattanooga, TN

Free trial Kids & teens welcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“We love Ms. Leeza and Bella Ballerina! Everything is so age appropriate and healthy for children. I enjoy that we start every lesson by reading a story and end each lesson with a f…” — Jacqueline

#6 Ballet Adora

4.9 ★★★★★ 70 reviews · Lebanon, TN

Pointe Kids & teens welcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“I'm so happy I found this place! I took my (3 year old) daughter to her first class. It takes her time to warm up, and she freaked out during the class and we ended up leaving. I e…” — Morgan

#7 Collage Dance Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 76 reviews · Memphis, TN

Adult classes Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersbeautiful recitals & performancesserious pre-professional training

“My daughter attended a Collage Summer Dance Intensive. I found the level of instruction to be professional and excellent. She advanced more in 2 weeks than she had in 4 years of da…” — Djuana

#8 Natalie's Dance Network

4.7 ★★★★★ 53 reviews · Clarksville, TN

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

“My daughter has been dancing here for 8 years and is starting her 9th in a couple of weeks. She was pigeon toed and her knees knocked together when she walked. The therapist said t…” — Ashley

#9 New Ballet Ensemble & School

4.9 ★★★★★ 40 reviews · Memphis, TN

Kids & teens nurturing, non-competitivewell-run & communicative

“We have been a part of this school for 6 years. Even though we moved to Mississippi from midtown Memphis, we will continue to drive for our children to complete their dance educati…” — Stephenie

#10 Raw Art Dance and Entertainment Corporation

5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews · Cleveland, TN

Kids & teens welcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“We love RAW art dance!! Our family has been so impacted by the love and support that they show. It’s truly a family environment!” — Maryica

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