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Adagio School of Performing Arts

4.6 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Ballet school in Ottawa, Illinois

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 815-434-3920
  • Website & schedule ottawaadagio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8 pm
Thursday 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 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 Adagio School of Performing Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 10 mentions

“My daughter loves going to dance and has grown so much from the wonderful teachers.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 21 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 4 mentions

“Parents, students and staff function as a family!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“I grew up with Rachel and have always had incredible respect for her skill and knowledge of dance and performance.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“I take the barre class every Tuesday and Thursday, the space is always clean and inviting.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“Very professional and they are so good to all the kids!”

From the reviews

My daughter is a high-level artistic athlete. Dance and tumbling are supplemental to her sport. We have tried every dance studio in La Salle County and nearly gave up on finding a quality studio that focuses on proper technique.

★★★★★ — Kt, Dec 2025

Just wanted to thank you for working so hard to make Adagio a happy, loving, and positive place for our girls to grow, learn and dance! They just love coming every week, and adore all of their teachers. Adagio Parent

★★★★★ — Adagio, Sep 2014

I grew up with Rachel and have always had incredible respect for her skill and knowledge of dance and performance. I just recently started attending the barre class she offers through the studio and it's absolutely incredible!

★★★★★ — Andrea, May 2017

I can't say enough about my dance experience here. Nothing can compare to what I learned at the studio. And I'm certainly no professional dancer. Dance, especially at Adagio, taught me to respect and love my body when my peers were too hard on themselves for physical "flaws". I learned hard work.

★★★★★ — Caitlyn, May 2022

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Your first ballet class at Adagio School of Performing 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 Adagio School of Performing Arts

302 W Main St, Ottawa, IL61350

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