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Garth Fagan Dance

5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in Rochester, New York

Plan your first class

Hours

Monday 11 am–6 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am–7:15 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–7 pm
Friday 10:30 am–6 pm
Saturday 9:15 am–2:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“I went there to see the performance for The Fringe festival, and as usual Garth Fagan did not disappoint.”

From the reviews

I went there to see the performance for The Fringe festival, and as usual Garth Fagan did not disappoint. Their dancers are exceptional, and always enjoy myself when I go there. Rochester should be proud that they have such an organization within its City. And it stayed with the city for 52 years now.

★★★★★ — Scott, Sep 2022

If you ever have a chance to see a performance, go see them...you will not be disappointed! Rochester needs to build a theater that showcases this company. The dances are inspiring and the dancers are incredible. Garth's blending of music, silence, movement, color, rhythm is a masterpiece to behold.

★★★★★ — Paula, Nov 2008

The creativity and talent of Garth Fagan and his dancers is always a joy to be a part of. Thank you Garth Fagan for all you do for the Rochester community and sharing your talent to the world.

★★★★★ — Marie, Oct 2023

An incredible performance. The dance is graceful and powerful and the visual storytelling was moving.

★★★★★ — Richard, Dec 2021

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Your first ballet class at Garth Fagan Dance

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 Garth Fagan Dance

50 Chestnut St 3rd Floor, Rochester, NY14604

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