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Contemporary Dance Academy

4.6 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Ballet school in Fort Collins, Colorado

Ballet school Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 970-232-9539
  • Website & schedule contemporarydanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–6 pm
Tuesday 4–6 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
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 Contemporary Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 16 mentions

“This is a well-organized, professionally-managed dance studio where they clearly love kids as much as dance.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 42 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 3 mentions

“Contemporary dance academy has great teachers-- they really care about the young dancers, improving their skill level, and have awesome shows.”

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“I love that CDA allows dancers to focus on and develop strong classical ballet technique along with various other styles of dance.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“Our daughter loves Ballet class as well as the The Nutcracker and Spring Recital performance's.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“The staff are incredibly dedicated, supportive (really look out for the students), and are excellent role models.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 14 mentions

“She is nothing but passionate about dance and truly loves her job and inspiring us to be better performers.”

💵 good value / fair tuition 2 mentions

“The studio is pretty affordable compared to others in the area.”

From the reviews

We love Contemporary Dance Academy! The teachers are amazing and both of my daughters, ages 6 and 8, look forward to classes each week. I like that they offer a recreational track for kids just wanting to take some classes and fast track for dancers who are serious about it as a career.

★★★★★ — Amber, May 2017

We've been with CDA for almost ten years. We are grateful for the staff who consistently provide a safe, accepting, and professional environment for ALL dancers. The staff are incredibly dedicated, supportive (really look out for the students), and are excellent role models.

★★★★★ — Heather, Aug 2019

We love CDA! My daughter has danced at CDA for 7 years. I could not ask for a better experience for her. The teachers are talented, professional, caring, and approachable. The growth we see in my daughter each year is amazing and well rounded.

★★★★★ — Amanda, May 2017

My daughter has been attending this academy for over a year. She is a tiny tot and we LOVE miss Hailey!! The studio is pretty affordable compared to others in the area. We love it and look forward to attending for many years!

★★★★★ — James, Feb 2016

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Your first ballet class at Contemporary Dance Academy

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 Contemporary Dance Academy

2531 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO80526

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