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Academy of Dance and Fine Arts

4.5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Mooresville, North Carolina

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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 +1 704-663-3169
  • Website & schedule adfastudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Tuesday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Wednesday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Thursday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Friday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Saturday 9:15 am–10:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Academy of Dance and Fine Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 4 mentions

“My daughter took dance here for years and it instilled hard work, confidence, and determination in her.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 15 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 9 mentions

“The family atmosphere allowed the girls to grow up within an extended family, make lifelong friendships and explore so many different athletic possibilities.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 4 mentions

“The Academy of Dance and Fine Arts is an exceptional studio for recreational gym/dance, competitive dance, and performance ballet.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“My daughter took dance here for years and it instilled hard work, confidence, and determination in her.”

From the reviews

All 4 of my girls had amazing experiences at ADFA, from the time they were toddlers. Three of them chose to leave at various points in their school years, but one chose to remain until high school graduation and go to college to dance.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Jun 2022

The Academy of Dance and Fine Arts is an exceptional studio for recreational gym/dance, competitive dance, and performance ballet. We are so happy to have found a studio that encourages growth in a positive way. We also love that the studio gives back to the community through an annual Nutcracker benefit performance.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Jun 2022

Fantastic staff and positive environment for dancers of all levels. All 3 of my kids, including my son, have taken classes. They do not push competition troupes, but are supportive if your child is interested. We love the ADFA family!

★★★★★ — Ashley, Jun 2022

This dance studio has meant so much to our daughter. She’s so happy when she’s there and has so much confidence in herself now. She’s learned so much from their talented and caring instructors. Best decision ever!

★★★★★ — Courtney, Jun 2022

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Your first ballet class at Academy of Dance and Fine Arts

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Academy of Dance and Fine Arts

780 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC28117

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