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Academy of Ballet Arts Inc
4.7 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in St. Petersburg, Florida
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 727-327-4401
- Website & schedule academyofballetarts.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“taught my daughter for several years both at PCCA and at ABA.”
“" Attended the Musical Theater class following, my tiny dancer is super pumped now!”
What families & students say
“Professional studio, proper technique, a warm community of performing artists, and tons of fun!”
“The Academy of Ballet Arts delivered a truly wonderful performance of The Nutcracker on Saturday, 2025 at the Palladium.”
“The ABA is not some silly little dance studio; it is a professional and well-run studio with instructors who are serious about dance.”
“As to the issue of the parking: if you don't have enough self-discipline to obey parking signs, you should stay home.”
From the reviews
The ABA is not some silly little dance studio; it is a professional and well-run studio with instructors who are serious about dance. Ms. P. taught my daughter for several years both at PCCA and at ABA.
I have grown up at ABA since I was 3 years old and I've always loved it. I am now a freshman in high school and I still look forward to going to class everyday. The teachers truly care about your improvement and the staff is highly educated.
This studio has produced more professional dancers than any studio in St. Petersburg Florida and we are right next store to cappys pizza some of the best pizza you will ever eat pleas be mind full if you do eat at cappys and not a member of ABA please be mindful Where you park.
The staff really cares about your improvement. Mrs. P has been so nice and has even helped me with dance that where made at different studios. Definitely recommend this studio! 💗
Adult ballet at Academy of Ballet Arts Inc
Academy of Ballet Arts Inc runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Academy of Ballet Arts Inc
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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