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Heather Loveland Dance Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Ballet school in St Johns, Florida
Plan your first class
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (904) 217-0160
- Website & schedule hldanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:15–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter received a card from her instructor encouraging her for her hard work and improvement in class (and she’s only a toddler!”
“My daughter received a card from her instructor encouraging her for her hard work and improvement in class (and she’s only a toddler!”
“I like how Heather takes continuing dance education seriously and participated in a teacher’s summer intensive with Ballet Master, Finis Jhung, in NYC.”
What families & students say
“But Heather Loveland’s goes beyond technique, the classroom is fun and encouraging as well as level-appropriate challenging.”
“Whether working with beginners or advanced students, the instructors show immense patience, encouragement, and understanding.”
“My daughter loves this place, and Heather is an amazing person for helping my kiddo join her dance company this year.”
“My family and I have been dancing at Heather Loveland Dance Academy Fruit Cove campus since Heather took over the studio in 2022, and it truly has become our home away from home.”
“The performances are always top-notch, beautifully choreographed, and professionally executed, reflecting the dedication and passion poured into every dance class.”
“Whether I’ve had a question, needed help, or just wanted to connect, Heather and her team are always approachable and responsive.”
From the reviews
We have loved having our daughter at Heather Loveland’s for the past 4 years. The studio provides a very loving, encouraging environment for dancers to grow in their craft as well as develop lifelong personal skills to be well rounded adults someday.
Five Stars – A Truly Exceptional Dance Studio! My daughter has been attending Heather Loveland Dance Academy for the past six years, and I can confidently say it has been one of the most positive and enriching experiences for her—and for us as a family.
My family and I have been dancing at Heather Loveland Dance Academy Fruit Cove campus since Heather took over the studio in 2022, and it truly has become our home away from home. I have three children in dance (ages 4, 8, and 10), and I also take part in some of Heather’s adult classes.
Heather Loveland is an exceptional dance teacher. Her curriculum is impressive and her teaching methodology is outstanding. Heather’s love for dance is contagious. My four-year-old daughter loves dance even more than she did before she started studying ballet under Heather, and I didn’t think that was possible!
Your first ballet class at Heather Loveland Dance Academy
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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