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Denver Academy of Ballet

5 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Ballet school in Centennial, Colorado

Ballet school Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
  • 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
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 303-723-4203
  • Website & schedule denveracademyofballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 12–8:45 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8:45 pm
Wednesday 12–8:45 pm
Thursday 12–8:45 pm
Friday 12–8:45 pm
Saturday 9 am–6 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 Denver Academy of Ballet, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 5 mentions

“My son has been going to this studio for 7 years!”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

“Our daughter recently completed a ballet intensive at this studio, and we were incredibly impressed.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 10 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“The intensive helped her take her ballet to the next level, the instruction was focused, professional, and truly elevated her technique and confidence.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“The intensive helped her take her ballet to the next level, the instruction was focused, professional, and truly elevated her technique and confidence.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“The intensive helped her take her ballet to the next level, the instruction was focused, professional, and truly elevated her technique and confidence.”

From the reviews

My son has been going to this studio for 7 years! He started when he was 4 years old. The owners Rob & Chandra and teachers Victoria and others have done so well at training my son so far! They have the kids best interests at heart! I am so happy we found our home studio since the first class he took!

★★★★★ — Jessica, Nov 2020

Our daughter recently completed a ballet intensive at this studio, and we were incredibly impressed. She’s been dancing since she was three and has trained at other studios, but this experience really stood out.

★★★★★ — Jeff, Jul 2025

I can't say enough good things about this studio! The teachers are excellent and it has been amazing to see students continuously improve in their technique over the years.

★★★★★ — C, Aug 2025

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Adult ballet at Denver Academy of Ballet

Denver Academy of Ballet 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 Denver Academy of Ballet

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 Denver Academy of Ballet

6874 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO80122

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