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Creative Dance Center

5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in East Hampton, Connecticut

Adult classes Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (860) 301-2435
  • Website & schedule creativedancecenterct.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–8 PM
Tuesday 3–8 PM
Wednesday 3–8 PM
Thursday 3–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 AM–12 PM
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 Creative Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet 2 mentions

“I have been taking the adult classes with her for many years and plan to for many more to come.”

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🌸 Kids Ballet 7 mentions

“It has been a great fit for both of my daughters and Miss Shelley is so skilled at teaching dancers of all levels!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“It has been a great fit for both of my daughters and Miss Shelley is so skilled at teaching dancers of all levels!”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“My daughter is in her third year of dance and she loves it!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 4 mentions

“Top notch instruction, affordable pricing, positive confidence-building environment, and great friendships have all been such amazing benefits of dancing with Ms.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“The two recitals are beautiful put together as well.”

💃 great for adults 2 mentions

“I have been taking the adult classes with her for many years and plan to for many more to come.”

💵 good value / fair tuition 2 mentions

“Top notch instruction, affordable pricing, positive confidence-building environment, and great friendships have all been such amazing benefits of dancing with Ms.”

From the reviews

My daughter is in her third year of dance and she loves it! We can’t say enough good things about Shelley & Creative Dance. The performances are always lovely but most importantly, the dancers have fun 🤩 Dancers of all ages are supported and cared for here - I would recommend this studio to anyone with kids who like…

★★★★★ — Amie, Nov 2023

This was my first class in 30 years! I struggled a little bit, but, as the weeks pass, I know I will progress. The Dance Center has changed through the times, but it is still an amazing place to train and dance. Very friendly atmosphere. I look forward to my next class!

★★★★★ — Kathleen, Sep 2025

Miss Shelley is a wonderful well rounded and talented dance teacher! She has experience in may different dance types (ballet, jazz, tap, modern, etc) and is always changing up the choreography and or classes to keep students learning and engaged.

★★★★★ — Lily, Jun 2025

I'm very happy to have found this studio. The sense of community is very strong -- everyone is very welcoming and, in addition to learning dance, you can also tell that the kiddos are learning responsibility, kindness, and teamwork. Also highly recommend the weekly adult ballet class -- great for all experience levels!

★★★★★ — Janet, Dec 2023

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Adult ballet at Creative Dance Center

Creative Dance Center runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

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Your first ballet class at Creative Dance Center

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 Creative Dance Center

2 Barton Hill Rd, East Hampton, CT06424

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