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Ballet Pensacola, Inc
4.8 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Ballet school in Pensacola, Florida
Plan your first class
- 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
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- 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 +1 850-432-9546
- Website & schedule balletpensacola.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–4:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–4:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Fantastic adult classical ballet program.”
“Laine has an excellent report with the children.”
What families & students say
“Performance was great but wanted to especially thank Jennifer in the box office who was super kind and helpful when it appeared my wife had lost her wedding ring in the theater.”
“Fantastic adult classical ballet program.”
“Their professional performances are a delightful mix of traditional and modern ballet.”
From the reviews
Ballet Pensacola is not only a Ballet Academy, it’s an Academy that goes beyond the ballet slippers & tutus, teaching values and life skills. The performances are just an added bonus!
Fantastic adult classical ballet program. Welcoming to all ages and abilities but also challenging and mindful of progression - very rare to have both. (please do update your website though because it is impossible to find adult classes without registering)
We were in awe of the outstanding quality of the Romeo and Juliet performance! Will go again!
First, Ballet Pensacola is located in a very nice area in Pensacola's historic district. The view from the 3rd floor studio is inspiring. Ms. Laine has an excellent report with the children.
Adult ballet at Ballet Pensacola, Inc
Ballet Pensacola, Inc 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 Ballet Pensacola, Inc
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.
