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Greater Lansing Academy of Dance
4.7 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lansing, Michigan
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 +1 517-575-6854
- Website & schedule greaterlansingballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 12–9:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9:15 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9:15 pm |
| Friday | 12–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 1–7 pm |
The programs they offer
“I’ve felt welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely supported as an adult beginner, and I really appreciate the thoughtful way this program is structured.”
“I’ve been taking the absolute beginner ballet class for a full semester at GLAD, and I can honestly say I’ve been very happy with my experience here.”
“A wonderful place for children and adults of all ages to learn dance!”
What families & students say
“Good facitlities with a patient and dedicated instructor.”
“I’ve been taking the absolute beginner ballet class for a full semester at GLAD, and I can honestly say I’ve been very happy with my experience here.”
“He is incredibly patient, supportive, and has a wonderful way of making everyone in class feel comfortable.”
“I’ve felt welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely supported as an adult beginner, and I really appreciate the thoughtful way this program is structured.”
From the reviews
I’ve been taking the absolute beginner ballet class for a full semester at GLAD, and I can honestly say I’ve been very happy with my experience here. Jim, the instructor, is truly one of the nicest teachers. He is incredibly patient, supportive, and has a wonderful way of making everyone in class feel comfortable.
Supportive environment for adult learners! Ken is a fantastic ballet instructor and teaches the "why" behind the movements we're learning. If you've been thinking about learning ballet as an adult, go for it!
GLAD provides affordable classes with the best ballet instruction in the Lansing area. Many performance opportunities through it’s ballet company and competitive team. Can’t get better than this!
A wonderful place for children and adults of all ages to learn dance! Wonderful and knowledgeable instructors.
Adult ballet at Greater Lansing Academy of Dance
Greater Lansing Academy of Dance runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.
Your first ballet class at Greater Lansing Academy of 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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