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Barbara Hammond's School of Dance, Inc.

4.9 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Ballet school in Richmond, Virginia

Ballet school Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
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  • Phone +1 804-364-2900
  • Website & schedule barbarahammonddance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 am–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–8 pm
Sunday 10 am–8 pm

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 Barbara Hammond's School of Dance, Inc., confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 13 mentions

“My daughter just completed her 5th year of dance with Barbara Hammond and we couldn't be happier with how much she has learned and grown!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The small studio and class size is unlike many studios these days and really gives you a one on one experience that fosters a safe space for learning, creativity, and exploring.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 31 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 5 mentions

“Our daughter absolutely loves dancing & Miss Barbara’s dance school has been such an amazing place for her to learn & become an awesome dancer in hip hop, jazz, & tap!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 6 mentions

“Their caring and supportive nature has helped my daughter grow in confidence as a dancer and a person.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“Our daughter has been with Barbara Hammond's School of Dance for 5 years and started the performance team 2 years ago.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“This studio gave me the foundations to pursue dance professionally and I am so grateful for them!”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“Dancing with the studio was so much more than just dance, it taught my daughter teamwork, poise and the development of lasting friendships.”

From the reviews

Barbara Hammond’s School of Dance was amazing!!! My daughter danced with Ms. Barbara and Ms. Jen all through elementary, middle and high school. Dancing with the studio was so much more than just dance, it taught my daughter teamwork, poise and the development of lasting friendships.

★★★★★ — Allison, Jul 2022

Barbara Hammond School of Dance is truly a unique place. I grew up at this studio for 12+ years. I developed some of my most meaningful relationships and found best friends for life.

★★★★★ — Kay, Oct 2022

I give the highest recommendation to Barbara Hammond's School of Dance! My oldest daughter danced here for 15 wonderful years and now my youngest just finished her first full year of dance. Ms.

★★★★★ — Pointy5911, May 2024

Our daughter has been with Barbara Hammond's School of Dance for 5 years and started the performance team 2 years ago. She loves the camaraderie and friendships she's established. And, the teachers are a lot of fun!

★★★★★ — Arlene, Jul 2022

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Your first ballet class at Barbara Hammond's School of Dance, 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.

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 Barbara Hammond's School of Dance, Inc.

3063 Lauderdale Dr, Richmond, VA23233

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