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Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio
4.9 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Ballet school in Greenville, Rhode Island
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 7–18 — 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
- 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
- Phone (401) 737-6565
- Website & schedule carolyndutradancestudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been going there for 9 years and we couldn’t imagine her going anywhere else.”
What families & students say
“Since then, I’ve watched my daughter develop confidence and technical skills.”
“All the dance teachers and admin staff we have worked with are warm, nurturing, and fun!”
“Our little dancer has learned so much and continues to enjoy her classes and performance opportunities.”
“Since then, I’ve watched my daughter develop confidence and technical skills.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been going to The Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio for 8 years. I have seen her grow into a poised confident young lady. Her confidence to preform on stage has grown considerably.
My daughter will be entering her 8th year with Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio! We couldn’t imagine dancing anywhere else. The staff and teachers are incredible. We love CDDS!!
We love Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio! My daughter has been going for 7 years. The mommy and me experience was incredible. Since then, I’ve watched my daughter develop confidence and technical skills. I love that the studio’s focus is on performances not competitions.
My dancer is entering her 4th year of dance at a Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio. We started out at the Cranston studio, followed by virtual programming and landed at the Smithfield studio for our 3rd year. All the dance teachers and admin staff we have worked with are warm, nurturing, and fun!
Adult ballet at Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio
Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio 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 Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio
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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