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Dance Louisville

5 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · Ballet school in Louisville, Kentucky

Ballet school Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons

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 3–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (502) 377-4859
  • Website & schedule dancelouisville.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–10 PM
Thursday 10 AM–10 PM
Friday 10 AM–10 PM
Saturday 10 AM–10 PM
Sunday 10 AM–10 PM

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 Louisville, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👤 Private Lessons 3 mentions

“The package also allows you to participate in the group lessons throughout the course of your private lessons so you can really get a great deal out of it.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 104 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Not only was she a great teacher for two complete beginners, she is so fun and brought a ton of great energy to our lessons.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 10 mentions

“Red and Allison really worked with us through the process ,correcting, encouraging, and always keeping us moving toward our goal.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“I began to perform at the summer and winter showcases, which are always a highlight of the year for me.”

From the reviews

I started taking lessons at Dance Louisville about 2 years ago. I live an hour and a half from the studio but I couldn't imagine going anywhere else. I began taking both group and private lessons. They offer great instruction and a wonderful atmosphere. After my first class, I was hooked.

★★★★★ — Shanz, Apr 2019

Dance Louisville is the best! Brook Jenkins is a FANTASTIC dance teacher. She taught my fiancé and I our first dance, and my dad and myself our daddy/daughter dance. Both dances turned out so good! She teaches dance in a clear, easy to follow, and approachable way.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Nov 2025

We had such a great experience with Dance Louisville! Dakotah and Allison helped us prepare our first dance for our wedding, and it turned out beautifully. Dakotah not only taught us the choreography step by step, but also edited our song and designed the whole dance to match our style.

★★★★★ — Paraream, May 2025

We scheduled dance lessons for our first dance at our wedding. We were scheduled with Dakota (Red). Our introductory class was relaxing, getting to know what we wanted in our dance, the song, etc. he taught us some basic waltz steps. By the next class he had our performance choreographed and we got to work.

★★★★★ — Keather, Oct 2024

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Your first ballet class at Dance Louisville

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 Louisville

8023 Catherine Ln, Louisville, KY40222

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