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Carolina Dance Alliance

4.7 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Ballet school in New Bern, North Carolina

Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 5–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • 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 +1 252-635-0110
  • Website & schedule cdanewbern.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 3:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30–7:30 pm
Thursday 3:30–7:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Carolina Dance Alliance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 28 mentions

“Both of my daughters have completely different personalities, yet both have been welcomed and their dance interests fostered in the studio.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 5 mentions

“All the teachers are great from helping and teaching the little dancers all the way to the big kids.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“The patience and 1 on 1 attention from instructors is noticed and genuinely appreciated!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 61 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 4 mentions

“Her teachers are amazing, and the friends she’s made are so sweet.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Instructors, staff, choreographers, and students at Carolina Dance Alliance, exhibit a high level of positivity, technique, and a welcoming environment where friendships are made.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 6 mentions

“I started my daughter in CDA when she turned 4. I have loved every minute of her dance experience!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 19 mentions

“Rachel has helped make the transition back to dance easy and the instructors have helped her bring her confidence back in her dance skills and her life.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“From our classes to recital our experience has been top notch!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 7 mentions

“As a first time dance mom that is clueless on what to do or what class to register my child for, they have been so professional and prompt at answering my silly questions.”

From the reviews

This studio is fantastic! My daughter has grown so much as a dancer and young lady. The influence the other dancers, instructors, and owners have had on my daughter is nothing short of amazing and positive. Teaching her how hard work leads to success will impact her for the rest of her life.

★★★★★ — Jenny, Jul 2019

From the owner to the instructors everyone is amazing . All the teachers are great from helping and teaching the little dancers all the way to the big kids. Everyone knows everyone. Very family friendly environment. We love CDA! I highly recommend taking your kids here.

★★★★★ — Brittany, Mar 2022

I am extremely proud and satisfied with entire Staff and Ownership of CDA. My daughter started at a very small and friendly community Studio before coming to CDA.

★★★★★ — Tony, Jul 2019

My daughter is in her second year of dance, with this being her first year at CDA. My husband and I are already so pleased with our experience at CDA. I most appreciate how well and often they communicate, with weekly recap emails.

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Sep 2024

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Your first ballet class at Carolina Dance Alliance

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 Carolina Dance Alliance

435 Garner Rd, New Bern, NC28562

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