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Ballet Rockland
4.9 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Ballet school in Garnerville, New York
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
- Phone +1 845-825-1276
- Website & schedule balletrockland.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“I’m enrolled in Ballet Rockland’s beginner adult ballet class taught by Laura Rime.”
“I’m enrolled in Ballet Rockland’s beginner adult ballet class taught by Laura Rime.”
“Giving up the “comp kid” lifestyle to come to Ballet Rockland is absolutely the best choice I made for my training before going off to college.”
“Ballet Rockland provides superior pre-professional and recreational ballet and dance training in a uniquely warm and nurturing environment.”
What families & students say
“If you want to get real ballet education with proper technique and have a teacher who has been properly trained herself, then I would strongly recommend Balbach School of Dance.”
“The studio provides good training to students of all levels and gives many opportunities for students to perform and share the art of ballet with their community.”
“In the 3 yrs that my daughter has been with Ballet Rockland, she has blossomed as a dancer and as a young woman.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of watching my daughters confidence in herself as a dancer, and as a young woman, grow tremendously since she became a student of Ms.”
“I was equally blown away by the performance I attended this spring, where the students were able to shine and show off both their acting and dancing abilities as an ensemble.”
“Giving up the “comp kid” lifestyle to come to Ballet Rockland is absolutely the best choice I made for my training before going off to college.”
From the reviews
I’m enrolled in Ballet Rockland’s beginner adult ballet class taught by Laura Rime. Laura is a fantastic teacher—I feel comfortable and empowered learning ballet as an adult in a class that is constructive, challenging and fulfilling.
Ballet Rockland is a wonderful community full of quality training and great energy. I cannot imagine receiving successful training of this magnitude anywhere else in this area. It is the quality of New York City training in the suburbs of Haverstraw!
Giving up the “comp kid” lifestyle to come to Ballet Rockland is absolutely the best choice I made for my training before going off to college. Owner, Rebecca Tew Curns is so much more than a ballet instructor, because of how above and beyond she goes with her job. When I first arrived 2 years ago, Mrs.
My daughter began taking ballet lessons from Ms. Rebecca when she was 15, which is considered late for most beginner ballet students. In the 3 yrs that my daughter has been with Ballet Rockland, she has blossomed as a dancer and as a young woman.
Adult ballet at Ballet Rockland
Ballet Rockland 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 Rockland
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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