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Kelly's Studio Of Dance

4.2 ★★★★☆ 29 Google reviews · Ballet school in Athens, Alabama

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for age 2 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (256) 233-2888
  • Website & schedule ksd-athens.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–8 PM
Tuesday 1–8 PM
Wednesday 3–8 PM
Thursday 3–8 PM
Friday 3–6 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Kelly's Studio Of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 13 mentions

“Kelly's Studio of Dance has been such a wonderful part of my daughter's life throughout her childhood and teen years.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 2 mentions

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Teen Ballet 2 mentions

“Kelly's Studio of Dance has been such a wonderful part of my daughter's life throughout her childhood and teen years.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 29 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“If you want your dancer to learn great technique, grow in their confidence, and build life-long relationships, KSD is the place to be!”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 3 mentions

“If you want a place for your kid to grow in confidence, creativity, and more, then I recommend Kelly’s.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 8 mentions

“If you want your dancer to learn great technique, grow in their confidence, and build life-long relationships, KSD is the place to be!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 5 mentions

“Kelly works very hard to pour into her dancers lives not just teach them dance technique to use on stage!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“Our girls have learned so much and Kelly and her entire staff are wonderful with them and so professional.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“KSD has help instill the traits that every parent wants their child to have - kindness, compassion, dedication, confidence, and independence.”

From the reviews

Kelly's Studio of Dance has been such a wonderful part of my daughter's life throughout her childhood and teen years. I could have never imagined when I walked my tiny three year old into class so many years ago, that I would literally be expanding my family because that is what Kelly's has been to us - a family.

★★★★★ — Chris, Jun 2020

Kelly works very hard to pour into her dancers lives not just teach them dance technique to use on stage! My two girls have loved their 7 and 5 years at KSD!

★★★★★ — Heather, Mar 2020

The most amazing studio that we have called our family for the past 10 years!! Owner and staff put God first above all!!! KSD!!!!!!!

★★★★★ — Ricky, Mar 2020

Absolutely love Miss Kelly & the teachers at KSD. + the classes and friends I have made.

★★★★★ — Dancer, Apr 2020

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Your first ballet class at Kelly's Studio 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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Kelly's Studio Of Dance

809 US Hwy 72 W Ste h, Athens, AL35611

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