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Bluffton School of Dance

5 ★★★★★ 129 Google reviews · Ballet school in Bluffton, South Carolina

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 843-815-2619
  • Website & schedule blufftonschoolofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–8 pm
Tuesday 3–8 pm
Wednesday 3–8 pm
Thursday 3–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–1 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 Bluffton School of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 23 mentions

“My daughter has been at BSOD for 3 years now, starting ballet at just 3 years old, and my middle daughter is finishing her very first year after starting at age 2.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 129 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 3 mentions

“Since starting BSOD last August we have seen so much growth in our daughter not just in her skills, but her confidence as well.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 16 mentions

“Since starting BSOD last August we have seen so much growth in our daughter not just in her skills, but her confidence as well.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 4 mentions

“We are so grateful for the years of dance at BSOD and this year is extremely special since it was our daughter’s first year in the performance program.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 8 mentions

“Not only has she grown so much as a dancer, but she’s also developed confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of self—qualities that go far beyond the studio.”

From the reviews

My daughter has been at BSOD for 3 years now, starting ballet at just 3 years old, and my middle daughter is finishing her very first year after starting at age 2. We’ve been so lucky to have Ms. Katie for ballet, tap, and acro. When we saw my older daughter had a new teacher this year, Ms.

★★★★★ — Annie, May 2026

10/10 recommend Bluffton School of dance. Amazing facility with even better teachers. Especially Ms. Denise! She teaches my 5 year old daughter ballet and my daughter has learned so much. We absolutely adore her. She challenges them in the best way that makes them shine.

★★★★★ — Erin, May 2026

Bluffton School of Dance has been an incredible experience for our family. My daughter has been part of BSOD for 5 years now, and she truly has the best time. Not only has she grown so much as a dancer, but she’s also developed confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of self—qualities that go far beyond the studio.

★★★★★ — Jessica, May 2026

Best studio in town! We started with Miss Katie’s mommy and me class and completely fell in love with both her and the studio. My daughter then took ballet with her all year, and we have loved every second of it. Miss Katie is fun, patient, encouraging, and genuinely welcoming to every child and family.

★★★★★ — Courtney, May 2026

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Your first ballet class at Bluffton School of Dance

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 Bluffton School of Dance

123 Persimmon St, Bluffton, SC29910

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