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Academy of the Dance / Wilmington Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Ballet school in Wilmington, Delaware
Plan your first class
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (302) 655-1004
- Website & schedule wilmingtonballet.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–1 PM |
The programs they offer
From the reviews
I’m so honored to call Wilmington Ballet my home! They give adults and retired dancers, and aspiring students and professionals the opportunity to enhance their technique, strengthen their artistry, and perform in front of a live audience!
My daughter just had her first class there and she enjoyed it so much. Everyone was so helpful and knowledgeable.
Your first ballet class at Academy of the Dance / Wilmington Ballet
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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