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Kerry's Dance Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Ballet school in Chester, New Hampshire

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for age 3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (603) 785-8517
  • Website & schedule kerrysdancecenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 2–4 PM
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 Kerry's Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 5 mentions

“Definitely family friendly for kids of all ages, they are especially kind and accepting to my brother with Down syndrome.”

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💛 Adaptive Ballet

“Definitely family friendly for kids of all ages, they are especially kind and accepting to my brother with Down syndrome.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 27 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I've seen new students come and go and am always impressed at how the girls welcome new comers and beginner dancers as one of their own, no matter what age they're starting at.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 15 mentions

“Kerry's Dance Center was recommended to my family fifteen years ago by many family friends who had nothing but good things to say; I have been dancing with the studio ever since.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“This dance center is amazing, the teacher's are nice, the costumes are adorable, and the end of year recital is always fun to watch.”

serious pre-professional training 3 mentions

“I would not be the person I am today had I not attended Kerry’s and will miss them all dearly as I go to college!”

From the reviews

Kerry's Dance Center was recommended to my family fifteen years ago by many family friends who had nothing but good things to say; I have been dancing with the studio ever since. Throughout my time here, KDC has become my second home and the teachers and other dancers have become family.

★★★★★ — Katrina, Jul 2017

I have nothing but good things to say about the 14 year experience I had with this studio. June, 2016 I had to say a very sad goodbye as I entered my first year of college in the Fall. KDC is a studio that not only teaches you how to be a strong, independent, passionate dancer, but it teaches you how to love.

★★★★★ — Kortni, Jul 2017

I have danced at Kerry's for 14 years! They are like a second home. They are so kind, humble, and caring. They help students grow not only in dance but as well in the outside world. The teachers are really great and are there to help you with anything.

★★★★★ — Jessie, Jul 2017

I first visited KDC as a guest of a friend when I was 11 and immediately returned the next week to join classes. I LOVED my time at Kerry's and truly discovered my passion for dance. If I hadn't moved thousands of miles away, I would be back even years later.

★★★★★ — Megan, Jul 2017

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Your first ballet class at Kerry's Dance Center

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 Kerry's Dance Center

8 Deerwood Hollow, Chester, NH03036

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