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Ballet Memphis
4.8 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Ballet school in Memphis, Tennessee
Plan your first class
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (901) 737-7322
- Website & schedule balletmemphis.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Their wellness program (adult dance and Pilates) is amazing!”
“I haven't go there yet and it for my granddaughter she always wanted to be a ballerina and it's always been her dream.”
“The group pilates classes offered at Memphis Ballet are as good as private lessons but more fun and social.”
What families & students say
“We are thankful for all the teachers and happy to see our daughter focused on dance and challenging herself every day with more attention to technique”
“A truly incredible facility with excellent and nurturing staff in the school and a truly top notch professional ballet company.”
“I look forward to seeing my first performance this weekend at Winter Mix.”
“The adult ballet classes are also great.”
“A truly incredible facility with excellent and nurturing staff in the school and a truly top notch professional ballet company.”
From the reviews
A truly incredible facility with excellent and nurturing staff in the school and a truly top notch professional ballet company.
brilliant creative direction. amazing choreography and performances! love seeing performances in their overton building too. friendly atmosphere. neat cafe. classes and programs for the community as well
I haven't go there yet and it for my granddaughter she always wanted to be a ballerina and it's always been her dream.
Great venue. The sound system needs adjustment..,. Great place to see and support ballet.
Adult ballet at Ballet Memphis
Ballet Memphis runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Ballet Memphis
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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