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Arabesque Dance Studio at Willow Street

4.5 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Ballet school in Carbondale, Illinois

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for age 3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 618-985-8715
  • Website & schedule arabesque5678.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4:45–8 pm
Wednesday 3:30–9 pm
Thursday 4 am–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 am–2 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 Arabesque Dance Studio at Willow Street, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 5 mentions

“A great place for kids to learn ballet and other modern dances.”

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From the reviews

This is a great studio for kids to learn dance. Great for ballet, tap, modern, jazz, hip hop, and musical theater. Competitive and noncompetitive opportunities so parents can choose what is best for their child.

★★★★★ — Brianna, Apr 2022

Pilates at Willow Street studio Excellent instruction Fabulous full Balanced Body Pilates equipment studio: Reformer. Half trapeze. Ladder barrel. Arch barrels. Solo , duet or small group classes available.

★★★★★ — Barbara, Jun 2026

Love this dance studio. Ms. Susan and all of the teachers are amazing. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jan 2021

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Your first ballet class at Arabesque Dance Studio at Willow Street

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 Arabesque Dance Studio at Willow Street

205 W Willow St, Carbondale, IL62901

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