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La Roche Academy of Dance

4.7 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Ballet school in Castle Rock, Colorado

Kids & teens Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–5 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Phone (720) 480-0694
  • Website & schedule larocheacademyofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at La Roche Academy of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

☀️ Summer Intensives

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🌸 Kids Ballet

“My daughter is growing as a dancer.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 12 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“LRAD also really improved my technique and artistry.”

From the reviews

Janessa is definitely awesome! Thank you for taking the time to explain everything. The communication with Sarah is also smooth and fast via email. We were not able to go inside but what I saw through the window looked like a great class.

★★★★★ — Adria, Sep 2021

I danced here for 3 years and loved the experience! Friendly teachers, and unlike other dance studios, the atmosphere isn't negative or competitive. LRAD also really improved my technique and artistry. A great place to learn technique and make friends!

★★★★★ — Sam, Jun 2016

Amazing dance studio! I love dancing there. The competition team is loving and not competitive with each other. The teachers push you to be better while still being encouraging and friendly.

★★★★★ — All, Jul 2018

I took a couple tumbling and lyrical classes and people are so nice and friendly they really helped me. Their conditioning class is also realy helpful I love it soooooooo much

★★★★★ — Tesa, Nov 2019

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Your first ballet class at La Roche Academy 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 La Roche Academy of Dance

1263 Park St A, Castle Rock, CO80109

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