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Dance Institute of Dallas

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Carrollton, Texas

Kids & teens Pointe Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–10 — 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
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (469) 758-0069
  • Website & schedule danceinstituteofdallas.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–3 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 Institute of Dallas, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 26 mentions

“My daughter began dancing at this studio when she was 8 years old.”

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🩰 Pointe 2 mentions

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 15 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 8 mentions

“Norma and Leia always instilled confidence in me as a dancer no matter what troubles I faced.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 6 mentions
serious pre-professional training 2 mentions

“and still dancing there, having taken four years off to go to college in another state.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“We just sure that Dance Institute of Dallas will help our daughters stand out in professional dance careers or whatever endeavor they will pursue in future.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 7 mentions

“Norma and Leia always instilled confidence in me as a dancer no matter what troubles I faced.”

From the reviews

I just wanted to take the time to send you off this short note regarding Dance Institute of Dallas and our experiences thus far. My husband and I decided that our kids should join this dance Institute program in Carrollton, TX because it was a very friendly and family oriented dance school and we admire their…

★★★★★ — Fiona, Feb 2013

I spent my entire dance career at DID from age 8 to age 22. Mrs. Shields and Miss Leia were the most wonderful, caring, fun and incredible teachers. I looked forward to going to dance every day and they always encouraged me to push myself beyond what I thought I could attain, while allowing me to decide my limits for…

★★★★★ — Natalie, Jun 2019

Love the adult ballet. Holly is funny and very good ballet teacher. She is very encouraging. I would recommend everyone to join these classes. The adults dancing are of all age group and lovely ❤️.

★★★★★ — Ombrahman, Sep 2024

Fantastic studio, wonderful instructors teaching in a serious but caring atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Michelle, Jul 2020

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Your first ballet class at Dance Institute of Dallas

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 Institute of Dallas

2810 E Trinity Mls Rd Ste 231, Carrollton, TX75006

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