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Graceful Planet Studio of Dance / GPS Dance
5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Sandy Hook, Connecticut
Dance studio offering ballet, jazz, hip hop & other classes for all ages, from pre-school to adult.
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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 203-426-8215
- Website & schedule gracefulplanet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“While my daughter does compete with them a few times a year the studio focuses more on building beautiful dancers that are strong, confident, and kind.”
What families & students say
“My daughter has enjoyed learning dance technique and competing on stage.”
“I’ve watched my daughter’s skills and confidence soar and the studio has really become her second home-it truly feels like a family!”
“While my daughter does compete with them a few times a year the studio focuses more on building beautiful dancers that are strong, confident, and kind.”
“The competition schedule is very manageable, and Grace also gives back to the community and has the dancers perform at various venues in town.”
“I’ve watched my daughter’s skills and confidence soar and the studio has really become her second home-it truly feels like a family!”
From the reviews
My daughter has been attending classes at the Graceful Planet for over 10 years, and I can confidently attest to the high-quality training, supportive environment, and lasting impact this studio provides.
The Graceful Planet has been a huge part of my daughter’s childhood for many years as a competitive dancer. She has had fun, gained confidence, built lasting friendships, and learned skills she will carry with her forever.
My daughter has been dancing at the Graceful Planet for the past 4 years. The teachers are so kind, patient, and truly care about each child’s individual growth. I’ve watched my daughter’s skills and confidence soar and the studio has really become her second home-it truly feels like a family!
We love Graceful Planet!! My daughter has been dancing here for six years and absolutely loves Miss Grace and all of the other teachers! They are so wonderful, patient and kind and believe in building self confidence and teamwork. We wouldn't go anywhere else!!
Your first ballet class at Graceful Planet Studio of Dance / GPS 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.
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