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Arkansas Circus Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 103 Google reviews · Ballet school in North Little Rock, Arkansas
Circus school offering recreational and pre-professional classes, as well as live performances.
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
- Ages classes for ages 6–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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 +1 501-725-4975
- Website & schedule arkansascircusarts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–3 pm |
The programs they offer
“My family started out with one child taking classes, and we’ve grown to 3 kids and one adult taking classes there.”
“My mama mind was blown away to see my little toddler engaged in activity for 3 hours.”
What families & students say
“I just took my first class here last week.”
“My daughter started classes here a year ago and we love it!”
“The instructor was patient and kind while teaching the girls how to hula hoop, and knew how to make them feel more comfortable with the equipment.”
“She also performed moves we are working towards by learning the current building block.”
“I’ve been looking at this company for quite some time before I actually enrolled but I didn’t enroll because I was self conscious and scared because of my weight.”
“As an aerial enthusiast, a nice gym with multiple apparatuses, professional instructors, safe rigging that is also clean and spacious and air conditioned is a real luxury.”
From the reviews
I had only ever heard good things about this center. It came highly recommended and I was not disappointed in my first visit. The teacher I had (Brooke) was extremely nice, patient, and encouraging.
ACA is a magical place filled with talented and kind people who treat everyone like family. They have something for children & adults of all ages! Very clean and safe environment, with a professional and well trained staff.
My daughter has been taking classes at Arkansas Circus Arts for a few months now and she absolutely loves it. Her favorite things are the aerial hammock and trapeze. The whole staff is super friendly and we especially love Coach Mattie.
Both of my granddaughters are taking classes currently, Fall 2025. The age 3-4 group seems to move along and kids are kept engaged. The routine has been established and she is enjoying the class. The 5- 6 year old group is a different story. The past 2 weeks have felt like chaos.
Adult ballet at Arkansas Circus Arts
Arkansas Circus Arts 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 Arkansas Circus 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.
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