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Indianola Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Ballet school in Indianola, Iowa
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 5–10 — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 515-808-2575
- Website & schedule indianoladanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter is a new dancer for the location that is currently reopening and Jess has been nothing but kind, patient, and informative.”
What families & students say
“My 4 year old is so excited and immediately felt welcome and comfortable with Jess and the several dancers/families she's already met.”
“It a great place to take your child to learn and fall in love with dance.”
“My daughter is a new dancer for the location that is currently reopening and Jess has been nothing but kind, patient, and informative.”
From the reviews
This is an amazing studio, i went here before they closed due to covid and am ecstatic they are opening back up! definitely look into this studio if you’re looking for an inclusive space for your children
My daughter is a new dancer for the location that is currently reopening and Jess has been nothing but kind, patient, and informative. I was nervous joining in with a dance studio knowing that we would be newbies but we have been accepted with open arms.
I went to the dance studio before covid and loved it. I am currently going back and am so excited. Jess is such a wonderful and very understanding person. The ability to go above and beyond to get us to where we need to be is outstanding. I love working with her and hope to continue to work with her.
I danced and taught classes with the indianola dance academy in 2017. I grew so much a dancer and a teacher made so many life long best friends. It a great place to take your child to learn and fall in love with dance.
Adult ballet at Indianola Dance Academy
Indianola Dance Academy 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 Indianola 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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