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Greater San Antonio Academy of Ballet
4.7 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Ballet school in San Antonio, Texas
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
- Ages classes for ages 3–8 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (210) 516-1617
- Website & schedule greatersanantonioacademyofballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:45–8 PM |
| Friday | 4:45–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“since transferring to the Great San Antonio ballet if Academe, my daughter has been learning ballet very happy and enjoyable!”
“She has made many dear friends and working with Carol and Jose has shown her how much work, dedication and discipline go into ballet at the pre-professional level.”
What families & students say
“She loves the instructors and has an amazing experience so far!”
“Directors were always supportive and the atmosphere is very welcoming.”
“Carol has been great with guiding us with what we need and my daughter has learned a ton and loves going to her classes.”
“Thank you Miss Carol and Mr Jose for your professionalism over six years but also for your great friendship and empathy towards my daughter Nathalia but also to my Family.”
“Excellent work by its founders and tutors who, day after day, demonstrate their ability and professionalism to transmit all their great experience to their students.”
From the reviews
My daughter Natalia has enjoyed her classes to the fullest since she was six years old. Excellent work by its founders and tutors who, day after day, demonstrate their ability and professionalism to transmit all their great experience to their students.
Our daughter has grown so much with Carol and Jose at GSAB. We started with GSAB in spring of 2018 and have enjoyed watching our daughter fall in love with dance.
Started classes mid-season after my daughter turned 5. She loves it, all the teachers are very courteous. The directors are super helpful to parents who are new to dance and ballet. Couldn't have asked for a better program for my daughter.
My daughter is currently enrolled and we both have only wonderful things to say about GSAB. I feel my daughter is receiving authentic dance training. Classes are very structured and you can tell the teachers love what they do. All of these qualities make it the best dance studio.
Adult ballet at Greater San Antonio Academy of Ballet
Greater San Antonio 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.
Your first ballet class at Greater San Antonio 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.
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