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Dance Academy

4.6 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Ballet school in McDonough, Georgia

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 770-288-2828
  • Website & schedule tdamcdonoughga.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 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 Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 16 mentions

“Not only do they teach great techniques for their dancers, they poor their heart and soul into their students and love them like their own children.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 40 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“Not only do they teach great techniques for their dancers, they poor their heart and soul into their students and love them like their own children.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The teachers and fellow students are all such nice people and it is a very welcoming atmosphere.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 6 mentions

“When I am having a bad day this is the only place I would want to go because I know that as soon as I walk through the doors I am SHOWERED with love and encouraging words.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“The costumes for recitals are always appropriate and they do a fantastic job mixing dance numbers of the little ones and advanced dancers to keep your attention.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“From the very beginning, the instructors have nurtured her talent and guided her growth with care and professionalism.”

From the reviews

This is my 12th year dancing here at this studio, and I whole heartedly believe it’s the best one you could attend. It was my very first studio I attended and will be my very last (I graduate this year). I have absolutely never wanted to go anywhere else in my whole life. Never even considered it.

★★★★★ — Kayla, Mar 2023

10 Stars! The Dance Academy is a family owned and run dance studio that has been around for over 50 years. It has been passed from mother to daughter and the granddaughter is now a teacher here. The director/owner, Keri is an amazing human. She keeps the studio very organized and treats everyone like family.

★★★★★ — Sheena, Oct 2025

We have been at this dance studio for almost a year and we’ve had a wonderful experience! The director, assistant director, and the teachers we’ve had (Ms. Cat and Ms. Izzy) have been wonderful for my 4 year old!

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Jun 2025

Most fun way to burn calories on a Friday Night in McDonough! SALSA Basics at the Dance Academy

★★★★★ — Pamela, Jan 2026

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Your first ballet class at 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 Dance Academy

377 Keys Ferry St, McDonough, GA30253

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