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Inspirational Dance
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Ballet school in Maplewood, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for age 3 — 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 (973) 761-7236
- Website & schedule inspirationaldance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–2 PM |
The programs they offer
“Inspirational Dance is a great place to learn all different dance styles, with a diverse and talented group of both kids and teachers!”
“I Dance is an amazing place for children and teens to express themselves and hone in on their craft of dance and performance.”
What families & students say
“My daughters have been dancing here for years and they have developed amazing technical skills as well as life building skills and confidence.”
“Dancette is not only an amazing teacher, but works so hard no matter the circumstances to put her students first & performs the best shows!”
“Whether you’re learning your first dance steps as a child or you need professional dancers to back your artist or event, inspirational Dnace has it all and has now for years.”
“My daughters have been dancing here for years and they have developed amazing technical skills as well as life building skills and confidence.”
From the reviews
Inspirational Dance is the BEST dance school in New Jersey. Ms. Dancette and her staff nurture, inspire, empower and teach students (boys and girls) of all sizes and shapes. They grow into graceful, powerful, accomplished, joyful DANCERS !
My girls have been with Inspirational Dance for four years, and they have learned an incredible amount in that time. Dancette has taught them about expression, technique, choreography, discipline and teamwork. They love their iDance family and truly feel like they are part of something bigger than themselves.
If you’re looking for the Best dance school in Jersey, it is INSPIRATIONAL DANCE! Classes are available for all ages from young children, to teens, & adults. Ms. Dancette is not only an amazing teacher, but works so hard no matter the circumstances to put her students first & performs the best shows!
Inspirational Dance is invested in every student with great heart, dedication and grace. Exposing there students to the best in foundation and dance experience outside of the studio. It's a gift to a child to be apart of their community.
Adult ballet at Inspirational Dance
Inspirational Dance 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 Inspirational 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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