Whether you're a parent enrolling a first-time dancer or an adult returning to the barre, Phoenix 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.
4.3 ★★★★☆ 118 reviews
Group specializing in both classical, contemporary and modern interpretations of dance.
4.7 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
4.7 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
4.3 ★★★★☆ 49 reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 36 reviews
🩰 Free trial class — check their site
4.9 ★★★★★ 33 reviews
The smartest way to start: these studios offer a trial or first class so you can try before you enroll — Conservatory of Dance, Tutu School Arcadia. Trials and offers change often, so check each studio's schedule, and see the full list on our free trial page.
Enrolling a young dancer? These schools offer children's classes: Ballet Arizona, Diamond Dance Works, Ollin Yoliztli Dance Academy, Dance Studio 111, Conservatory of Dance, Ballet Theatre of Phoenix. 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: Ballet Arizona, Diamond Dance Works, Ballet Theatre of Phoenix. 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, Pre-Professional, Summer Intensives, Boys' Ballet. 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.
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 the new choreography is absolutely brilliant and completely original.
Diamond Dance Works is an amazing facility. Many years ago I was a dance teacher and have resumed dancing later in life. I am so thrilled to have found Danielle and her studio. She and her staff have the training and experience necessary to develop wonderful dancers.
We love this folklorico academy! My child has been going to Ollin Yoliztli for 3 years now and loves it! The instructors are patient, have high expectations and truly care about each student. They are very knowledgeable about everything they are teaching plus the history behind everything they do.
