Whether you're a parent enrolling a first-time dancer or an adult returning to the barre, Columbia has ballet for you. Our directory tracks the schools worth knowing — from toddler and pre-ballet classes to serious pointe and pre-professional training, plus welcoming adult beginner classes. Use the map and rankings below to compare studios, see who offers a free trial, and find the right fit.
4.8 ★★★★★ 28 reviews
4.8 ★★★★★ 27 reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 18 reviews
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Enrolling a young dancer? These schools offer children's classes: South Carolina Christian Dance Theater, South Carolina Ballet, Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet, Columbia Ballet School, Southeastern School Of Ballet, Dance World. New to it all? Read what age to start ballet, then browse every kids' ballet studio in the directory.
It is never too late to start. These studios run adult classes: Palmetto Conservatory of Dance, Pavlovich Ballet School. Nervous about a first class? Our adult beginners guide walks you through it, or see all adult ballet options.
Ballet is not one class. Studios here offer Adult Ballet, Kids Ballet, Toddler & Pre-Ballet, Pointe, Pre-Professional, Private Lessons, Summer Intensives. Not sure which class fits? Our types of ballet classes guide sorts them by age and level, and you can compare the training methods each school teaches.
The staff and students here are incredibly kind. You can really feel God’s presence in that building. I wish I still went there, but I have moved to NC. This studio isn’t as big or grand as the Southern Strut, but they are so much better. 15/10 I would recommend this place. -Katie Knott
I attended the Le Ballet De L'Amour on Valentine's day. I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed this event. I hope it becomes a annual event so I can take more of my loved ones. That had to be my best Valentine's day ever. Thanks for everyone involved all so talented.
Our dancer has developed quickly at this studio. Staff and dancers are friendly and there’s a wonderful atmosphere at this studio.
