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Carolina Dance Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Ballet school in Charlotte, North Carolina
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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 704-957-8321
- Website & schedule carolinadanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter began taking ballet classes at CDA four years ago after I visited several other dance studios in the surrounding area.”
What families & students say
“The staff is warm and welcoming and know every child by name.”
“They have fostered a sense of self confidence in her that really shines when she puts on those ballet and tap shoes.”
“My daughter has blossomed not only on stage but behind stage as CDA not only values dancing skills but LIFE skills.”
“up front communication of financial expectations!”
From the reviews
3 of my kiddos dance here and it is their happy place! The staff is so welcoming and loves each student. They are very skilled at nurturing a kiddos love for dance no matter the style. Also as a parent they truly make you feel like part of a family.
My daughter began taking ballet classes at CDA four years ago after I visited several other dance studios in the surrounding area. What stood out to me the most (and why we selected CDA) was their welcoming approach to new dancers, their respect and support of current dancers, and the growth displayed from varying…
My daughter (4) has been dancing and taking acro classes at CDA for almost 2 years. When we started, I never knew how much joy a dance studio could bring into our lives. The staff is warm and welcoming and know every child by name.
Wonderful dance studio! Very professional and supportive dance teachers. My daughter has grown into a beautiful dancer and has so much fun here!
Your first ballet class at Carolina Dance Academy
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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