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Central Indiana Academy of Dance
4.4 ★★★★☆ 47 Google reviews · Ballet school in Carmel, Indiana
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 3–6 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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 +1 317-581-2423
- Website & schedule ciaodance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–11 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9–11 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“Amazing performance opportunities, incredible training, wonderful parents and students that have left both my daughter and our family with lifelong friendships.”
“CIAoDs staff's teaching prepared her for acceptance into summer intensives including SAB and PNB.”
How they train
What families & students say
“My kids have thrived in this environment for years, and we appreciate their attention to each student's unique needs and goals.”
“Amazing performance opportunities, incredible training, wonderful parents and students that have left both my daughter and our family with lifelong friendships.”
“Amazing performance opportunities, incredible training, wonderful parents and students that have left both my daughter and our family with lifelong friendships.”
“Our children have really enjoyed the professional level performance opportunities, and the training and confidence to participate in YAGP.”
“Our children have really enjoyed the professional level performance opportunities, and the training and confidence to participate in YAGP.”
From the reviews
We have always been thoroughly impressed with the caliber of teaching at this studio, and my four oldest daughters have immensely enjoyed their various classes and instructors over the years.
My daughter spent 11 years studying ballet at Central Indiana Academy of Dance with Suzann DeLay. She had a great experience and great relationship with Suzann DeLay, Casey Clark and Ashley Jacobs. She was able to participate in Nutcracker and various full length ballets every year.
My daughters started dancing with Miss Suzann and Mr Casey from the age of 3. The education, memories, friendships and dedication to a beautiful art will never be forgotten. Central Indiana Academy of Dance is truly a blessing for any person wishing to pursue dance and I highly recommend it.
My daughters have been with the studio for several years and I appreciate the art, dedication, resiliency and a myriad of other life skills they are learning under the responsible direction of Suzann DeLay.
Your first ballet class at Central Indiana Academy of Dance
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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