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Locust Performing Arts Center of Stamford
4.8 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Ballet school in Stamford, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- Class price classes around $80 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (203) 962-4934
- Website & schedule locustperformingarts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:15–8:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:15–8:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15–8:15 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:15 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–7:15 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter joined LPAC last year and I am so impressed with the director, teachers, staff and quality of showcase at the end of the year!”
“She has built up confidence and flexibility through the toddler ballet class.”
How they train
What families & students say
“My daughter loves LPAC and all the dance teachers.”
“Friendly, kind, safe, encouraging I can’t say enough about the amazing caring environment !”
“Everyone is given an opportunity to learn and perform and emerge into the best they can be.”
“The Teachers are very caring they work hard to keep a safe and clean environment.”
“He is the consummate professional and requires the same level of excellence from his staff.”
From the reviews
Hands down the BEST dance studio ever !!! Our daughter has been dancing for almost 3 years & is beyond excited for this season! Jimmy the owner & all of the staff go above & beyond in every way !!!! Friendly, kind, safe, encouraging I can’t say enough about the amazing caring environment !!
My son has been a student at LPAC since 2nd grade and is now a junior in high school. The studio has become a second home to him and my entire family. All the teachers that have taught him have successfully brought out the truly best in him.
I’ve been following Jimmy (Locust) on FB for quite sometime now. Knowing both personally and by acquaintance, members of LPAC, here in Stamford. My 10 year old daughter took a year of dance elsewhere (HipHop/Lyrical) and really took a liking to it. She did gymnastics for a few years prior to.
LPAC is outstanding for children and adults. I’ve known and danced with Jimmy since 2006 and both of my girls trained with him. He is the consummate professional and requires the same level of excellence from his staff. Everyone is given an opportunity to learn and perform and emerge into the best they can be.
Your first ballet class at Locust Performing Arts Center of Stamford
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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