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Alaya Dance School
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Ballet school in Dobbs Ferry, New York
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 (914) 426-8752
- Website & schedule alayadance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Definitely the best Dance School in westchester, my daughter is doing Ballet here for years, and she loves the school, the teachers and the classes ❤️ 💙”
What families & students say
“Our child loves going to dance and has improve so much since we started.”
“Miss Polly is a wonderful instructor who truly encourages the students to do their best and builds their confidence.”
“She loves both the dance class and the activities - art, crafts or homework… They do very cute end of year performances that are adapted from famous ballet shows.”
“Polly are the most caring, professional, and caring people.”
From the reviews
I loved taking dance classes with Alaya Dance. They seamlessly transitioned to virtual classes during quarantine, and continue to offer great, well-paced classes for whatever level you may be at.
I absolutely loved this dance school for my 4 year old and 6 year old! Miss Polly is a wonderful instructor who truly encourages the students to do their best and builds their confidence. Mr. Zentano is also extremely kind and welcoming to the students and they are both extremely knowledgeable of dance and ballet.
I am so happy that we decided to try Alaya Dance School, Mauricio and Ms. Poly are great with children and very attentive and patient with them. They encourage kindness and manners. Also my little one loves both Ms. Poly and Miss Ortega and can’t wait for the next recital. Thank you!
Definitely the best Dance School in westchester, my daughter is doing Ballet here for years, and she loves the school, the teachers and the classes ❤️ 💙
Your first ballet class at Alaya Dance School
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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