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Linda Kinlaw School of Dance

4.6 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Ballet school in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Free trial Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
  • Ages classes for ages 2–3 — 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
  • 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 +1 910-484-7700
  • Website & schedule lindakinlawschoolofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–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 Linda Kinlaw School of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 24 mentions

“After trying two other dance studios before this one for my daughter, I found the quality of instruction superior than the others.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 3 mentions

“I couldn't believe how much terminology my toddler was able to recite after only a few months.”

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💛 Adaptive Ballet 2 mentions

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 20 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions
💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“The older dancers still seem to have a lot of joy with their sport and their teachers, and have that close bond as a studio family.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“We have done 3 recitals now and they have all been very organized.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“We have done 3 recitals now and they have all been very organized.”

From the reviews

We have been dancing at Linda Kinlaw School of Dance for 3 years now. I was very impressed with how much my 3 year old learned in her first year. I couldn't believe how much terminology my toddler was able to recite after only a few months.

★★★★★ — Glam, Apr 2025

My daughter has been dancing here for about a year now (once she turned 2), and we absolutely love it! We intend to continue her time with Linda Kinlaw’s as long as we are in the area. Immediately greeting by smiling staff and dancers, we felt at home.

★★★★★ — Serenity, Sep 2025

After trying two other dance studios before this one for my daughter, I found the quality of instruction superior than the others. Three years later, my daughter has come so far and genuinely has become attached to all the instructors!

★★★★★ — Daniel, Jul 2017

My 9-year-old daughter has been dancing at this studio for over a year now, and I must admit, this is by far the best facility we have been to! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and they TEACH the children. I would highly recommend this studio to anyone that wants their child to succeed in dance!

★★★★★ — Mrpinkdiamond10011, Jan 2016

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Adult ballet at Linda Kinlaw School of Dance

Linda Kinlaw School of 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.

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Your first ballet class at Linda Kinlaw School 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 Linda Kinlaw School of Dance

4145 Ferncreek Dr # B, Fayetteville, NC28314

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