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Academy of the Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lithonia, Georgia

Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (678) 609-3781
  • Website & schedule thebestdanceschool.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 6–8 PM
Tuesday 6–8 PM
Wednesday 6–8 PM
Thursday 6–8 PM
Friday 6–7 PM
Saturday 11 AM–1 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 the Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 9 mentions

“My daughter has been attending since she was almost 3 years old and she LOVES IT!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 16 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“My daughter loves going here, they are so supportive and treat us like family.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“My daughter loves going here, they are so supportive and treat us like family.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“She even figured out a way for the girls to have a socially distant dance recital , and they all still got to do their individual photos in their costumes.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“I am most impressed with the professionalism and level of dedication and excellence to push students to be their absolute best.”

From the reviews

My little one goes here for ballet and tap. Ms Susan and her staff are amazing and very professional ! She is a trained professional and so is her staff. I love that they teach even the littlest of dancers the professional terms I. The ballet and tap classes. I love that they also focus of form and technique.

★★★★★ — Dennita, Jul 2020

Great experience with both my girls. I love the fact that all of the practice materials were provided and included on my account. Very convenient! We look forward to coming back in the fall. Not to mention, the recital was amazing!

★★★★★ — Shenika, Jul 2022

Love the owner, Mrs. Susan! Love the staff! Everyone is so dedicated to giving and expecting the best from our girls! My daughter has been attending since she was almost 3 years old and she LOVES IT!

★★★★★ — Kat, May 2024

Great studio with great instructors who love the kids. I am most impressed with the professionalism and level of dedication and excellence to push students to be their absolute best.

★★★★★ — Felicia, May 2017

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Your first ballet class at Academy of the 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 the Arts

5424 Hillandale Park Ct Ste b, Lithonia, GA30058

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