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Mansfield Academy of Dance South
4.3 ★★★★☆ 24 Google reviews · Ballet school in Willimantic, Connecticut
Plan your first class
- 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 (860) 393-2623
- Website & schedule mansfielddance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter started dance here at 4 yrs old doing flip hop and she absolutely loved it (and so did I).”
“We make sure to ask plenty of questions before we register him anywhere because as an autistic individual, his sensory needs often make it difficult for him to participate.”
What families & students say
“Miss Mia and the staff at MAD are professional, respectful and encouraging of dancers at all levels and interests.”
“The recital was so good and she can't wait to sign up again in the fall!”
“Miss Mia and the staff at MAD are professional, respectful and encouraging of dancers at all levels and interests.”
“We look forward to another fun and exciting year of building confidence and making new friends along the way!”
From the reviews
Mansfield Academy of Dance is awesome! The environment is supportive and caring along with the instructors. I would highly the studio: it’s been so wonderful to watch my daughter learn and grow.
Highly professional staff, Mia is just the BEST. A wide variety of classes offered to a wide variety of ages. Great location. Nothing but great things to say!!
The studio is going into year 11 and my daughter is going into year 10. We couldn't ask for a more caring staff and friendly environment.
My son had repeatedly declared he would never dance in front of others and he is wary of new places. We make sure to ask plenty of questions before we register him anywhere because as an autistic individual, his sensory needs often make it difficult for him to participate.
Your first ballet class at Mansfield Academy of Dance South
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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