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Alamo City Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in San Antonio, Texas

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 +1 210-369-8311
  • Website & schedule alamocityarts.org — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 5–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–1:30 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 Alamo City Arts Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 11 mentions

“Alamo City Arts Academy has been such a wonderful place for both of my daughters, and I am so happy we found it.”

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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.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 3 mentions

“They have amazing teachers and classes (a great variety to choose from), performance opportunities and a friendly environment!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“The dance teachers are not only talented but also patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping the kids learn while having fun.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 7 mentions

“They have amazing teachers and classes (a great variety to choose from), performance opportunities and a friendly environment!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 6 mentions

“I also love how organized everything is—there’s an online parent portal where we can make payments easily, receive updates, and stay connected about our children’s activities.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“It’s clear that they care about each student’s progress and confidence, which makes a huge difference.”

From the reviews

Alamo City Arts Academy has been such a wonderful place for both of my daughters, and I am so happy we found it. They currently attend dance classes here, and from the very beginning, they absolutely loved it.

★★★★★ — Quazi, Jul 2026

One of my favorite places in San Antonio, if not my favorite. I was a dancer previously to becoming a service member. This place has welcomed me with open arms and really is now my second home/home studio here.

★★★★★ — Matt, Nov 2025

Great studio, with amazing teachers and office staff. It offers many different dance styles and classes, and a multitude of performance opportunities to grow your portfolio!

★★★★★ — Andrew, Jan 2024

Love this studio! They have amazing teachers and classes (a great variety to choose from), performance opportunities and a friendly environment!

★★★★★ — Casandra, Feb 2023

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Your first ballet class at Alamo City Arts Academy

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 Alamo City Arts Academy

2800 NE Interstate 410 Loop #307, San Antonio, TX78218

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