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Cleveland City Dance
5 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · Ballet school in Cleveland, Ohio
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 3–19 — 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 +1 216-295-2222
- Website & schedule clevelandcitydance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–1 pm, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“For parents, this is a great place to send your children as Courtney and her staff are professional, courteous, and overall fantastic at prepping for a dance company.”
“The instruction is age-appropriate and all the students from 3yo to high school are given opportunities to learn from great teachers, work hard, grow, and perform.”
“Pre-professional students can participate in the non-profit City Ballet of Cleveland which provides further training and performance opportunities.”
How they train
What families & students say
“The instruction is age-appropriate and all the students from 3yo to high school are given opportunities to learn from great teachers, work hard, grow, and perform.”
“I danced at Cleveland City Dance through high school after dancing at small studios that did not focus on ballet technique.”
“Courtney, the owner, is absolutely amazing—her passion, leadership, and dedication create a welcoming and professional environment that sets this studio apart.”
“Courtney welcomed us with open arms, was extremely knowledgeable, and my daughter thrived under her direction and her discipline.”
“When my daughter chose to cut back on dance because of school Courtney was incredibly supportive and worked with her to make the transition.”
“The instruction is age-appropriate and all the students from 3yo to high school are given opportunities to learn from great teachers, work hard, grow, and perform.”
From the reviews
I love my experience here! I am an adult and I was worried I would be a bit awkward when starting ballet as a middle-age learner. The teachers at Cleveland City Dance made me feel welcome and even cherished. I started with one class, then within a few weeks I added a second then third class.
My husband Mike and I take Pilates in Shaker Square – at Cleveland City Dance. The studio is a short walk away – behind a modest white storefront near the Atlas Theater. The class – offered both in the studio and online – focuses on core fitness, flexibility, balance, and strength building.
Love the experience with Cleveland City Dance. My daughter was a dancer with another dance studio (2022-2023) prior to coming to CCD. She attended one drop-in class for Ballet. After the class, my daughter exclaimed, "Mom, (previous dance studio) does not teach me ANYTHING!
My daughter has enjoyed classes at Cleveland City Dance. She loved being taught by Miss Courtney and Miss Heather. We love their version of "The Uniquely Cleveland Nutcracker" which my daughter was fortunate enough to perform in a few different roles over the years.
Your first ballet class at Cleveland City 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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