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Bella Ballerina Fort Mill

4.6 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Ballet school in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Ballet school Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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 +1 803-809-3032
  • Website & schedule bellaballerinafortmill.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3 pm–12 am
Tuesday 12–6 am, 9 am–6 pm
Wednesday 9 am–6 pm
Thursday 11 am–7 pm
Friday 9–11 am
Saturday 9 am–3 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Bella Ballerina Fort Mill, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 9 mentions

“Ciara has been absolutely amazing with my daughter, Hadleigh.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“It's not over crowded and the little dancers get one on one attention.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 13 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Our daughter loves going each week and the price for the class and recitals is a good cost to value.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“If you are looking for a studio that cares for each child and has excellent communication, Bella Ballerina FM is for you!”

From the reviews

Ms. Ciara has been absolutely amazing with my daughter, Hadleigh. We enjoyed her enthusiasm and patience as we embarked on the journey of ballet & tap for the first time. She made each class enjoyable! Great watching area, love the storytelling and the dress up.

★★★★★ — Madison, Apr 2025

Miss Ciara is so awesome! Our two year old loves the classes and learns so much. It's a dance class, story time, and dress up all in one.

★★★★★ — Travis, Dec 2025

We love the laid back and fun approach for new dancers, while still introducing the core ballet stances and practices. Our daughter loves going each week and the price for the class and recitals is a good cost to value.

★★★★★ — Heather, Aug 2025

Great teachers who are beautiful dancers. The kids are happy and truly enjoy their classes. The princess themes and stories every week is an add on! It's not over crowded and the little dancers get one on one attention. I would definitely recommend this place to whoever is looking for a dance class for their littles.

★★★★★ — Sangeetha, Aug 2025

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Your first ballet class at Bella Ballerina Fort Mill

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 Bella Ballerina Fort Mill

2435 SC-160 Ste 103, Fort Mill, SC29708

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