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American Russian Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Ballet school in Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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
- 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 (201) 636-7600
- Website & schedule americanrussianballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has improved immensely and loves all the ballet opportunities offered to students outside the studio.”
How they train
“Great ballet training for all ages in classical Vaganova style.”
What families & students say
“My daughter has improved immensely and loves all the ballet opportunities offered to students outside the studio.”
“Most importantly, the approach to the students is phenomenal — warm, encouraging, and genuinely supportive.”
“Students receive quality instruction and have several performance opportunities throughout the year, which helps them grow both technically and artistically.”
“Kids have opportunity to perform in school nutcracker, end year performance and professional ballet as well.”
“It has been incredible to watch her grow not only as a dancer but also in confidence and character.”
From the reviews
Precision, discipline, professionalism and beauty! Absolutely amazing dance teachers with classic ballet training who will correct and teach! We absolutely love Anastasia and the studio. My daughter has improved immensely and loves all the ballet opportunities offered to students outside the studio.
We are very grateful for our ballet school and its wonderful teachers and directors. The level of training, discipline, and dedication here truly stands out. Compared to many other dance schools we have observed, where training can be less structured and results limited, this studio provides serious ballet education…
My daughter has been with this ballet school since she was 3 years old, and now she's almost 9. It has been incredible to watch her grow not only as a dancer but also in confidence and character. The teachers are talented, supportive, and truly care about every child.
This ballet school offers a truly fantastic program. The faculty is exceptionally knowledgeable, and the children have the rare opportunity to learn from dancers and pedagogues who graduated from some of the most prestigious schools in the world.
Adult ballet at American Russian Ballet
American Russian Ballet runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at American Russian 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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