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Dancing Arts Center

4.7 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Ballet school in Holliston, Massachusetts

Ballet school 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 508-429-7577
  • Website & schedule dancingartscenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 am–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–4:30 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 Dancing Arts Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet

“I just took my first adult ballet class today!”

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🌸 Kids Ballet

“I have 3 children who have all received amazing training at Dancing Arts Center- a high-quality dance school where young dancers learn in a nurturing and supportive environment.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 12 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 4 mentions

“I have 3 children who have all received amazing training at Dancing Arts Center- a high-quality dance school where young dancers learn in a nurturing and supportive environment.”

From the reviews

I have 3 children who have all received amazing training at Dancing Arts Center- a high-quality dance school where young dancers learn in a nurturing and supportive environment. Gregg, Patrick and the entire staff are wonderful and kind. A very special place!

★★★★★ — Alecia, Dec 2020

I just took my first adult ballet class today! Gregg is an amazing patient teacher, very professional and experienced. The facility is beautiful and spacious. I was very impressed, 'll be back!

★★★★★ — Cheryl, Mar 2016

World class ballet and dance training in a family friendly environment. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ — David, Oct 2020

Thank you for having such great support and attitude for Victoria and her classmates in ballet. We appreciate it!

★★★★★ — Artem, Apr 2026

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Adult ballet at Dancing Arts Center

Dancing Arts Center runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. 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 Dancing Arts 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 Dancing Arts Center

9 Whitney St #2, Holliston, MA01746

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