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Carolina Dance Conservatory
4.6 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Ballet school in Simpsonville, South Carolina
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
- 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
- Phone +1 864-414-3132
- Website & schedule cornerstoneballetsc.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter loves going to class and I love the in-depth and positive instruction of classical ballet, even at a young age!”
“We have been apart of Carolina Dance Conservatory for over 3 years and have enjoyed seeing the students and this amazing studio grow.”
What families & students say
“Besides learning beautiful technique, my girls have learned invaluable lessons that will affect their character for the rest of their lives.”
“Even though she was an old beginner, she was affirmed and encouraged and welcomed every week.”
“My daughter loves going to class and I love the in-depth and positive instruction of classical ballet, even at a young age!”
“We have treasured this ballet studio and are so grateful for their care for our family, not just as dancers but as developing women of integrity and character.”
“The recital costumes are beautiful and always age-appropriate.”
“We have been apart of Carolina Dance Conservatory for over 3 years and have enjoyed seeing the students and this amazing studio grow.”
From the reviews
My 2 daughters have been dancing with Amy and CDC for 5+ years. CDC is a highly technique-driven school that focuses on instilling the love and beauty that classical ballet is known for. Throughout the years my girls have gained so much poise, increased their confidence, and have made lifelong friendships.
We have been apart of Carolina Dance Conservatory for over 3 years and have enjoyed seeing the students and this amazing studio grow. CDC's founder and director, Amy DeShong, takes the dancers learning and development of ballet seriously, but also doesn't forget to incentivize their hard work with rewards and fun.
Carolina Dance Conservatory is a wonderful dance studio. Students learn proper terminology and classical techniques starting at a young age with each year building upon the prior. Teachers push their dancers hard but have compassion and concern for all their students which is evident in their demeanor.
My girls have been studying classical ballet under Amy Deshong at CDC for 9 years. She is a wonderful mentor and is a great inspiration to my girls. Besides learning beautiful technique, my girls have learned invaluable lessons that will affect their character for the rest of their lives.
Your first ballet class at Carolina Dance Conservatory
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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