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Brae Crest School of Ballet
4.2 ★★★★☆ 12 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lincoln, Rhode Island
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Ages classes for ages 5–17 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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 (401) 334-2560
- Website & schedule stateballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
The programs they offer
“Brae Crest Ballet has been a wonderful experience for my daughter and family.”
What families & students say
“From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt welcomed and supported.”
“Family-owned studio with generations of dancers returning year after year adds something really special.”
“Marsden and Miss Ana are highly trained disciplined teachers who have a growing love for ballet and continue to share that love with each of their students everyday.”
From the reviews
Very welcoming, Brae Crest's doors are open to all. Whether you have trained in ballet for years, you are bringing your child for his or her first class, or you yourself are pursuing a long time childhood dream, there is a spot for everyone. Ms.
Brae Crest Ballet has been a wonderful experience for my daughter and family. From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt welcomed and supported. The instructors and counselors are not only incredibly skilled but also patient, encouraging, and genuinely passionate about nurturing each dancer’s growth,…
Very positive experience. Teachers are supportive to all students, both young and old.
Family-owned studio with generations of dancers returning year after year adds something really special. There's a strong sense of community and tradition that makes you feel like you're part of something meaningful. Ms. Shana and Ms. Ana are kind, passionate, and truly invested in each student’s progress.
Adult ballet at Brae Crest School of Ballet
Brae Crest School of Ballet 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 Brae Crest School of Ballet
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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