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Maria's School of Dance
4.5 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Ayer, Massachusetts
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 5–9 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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 (978) 425-6688
- Website & schedule mariasschoolofdance.biz — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“Maria's is a great place for kids who want to have fun learning the art of dance or those who want to work more on mastering their technique.”
“Then they bring all of that into their classes from Pre-Ballet through the Adult Cardio Tap class.”
What families & students say
“It is a great place for kids to learn how to spread their wings, develop confidence, independence, learn technique, and develop their passion for dance.”
“It is a great place for kids to learn how to spread their wings, develop confidence, independence, learn technique, and develop their passion for dance.”
“It is a great place for kids to learn how to spread their wings, develop confidence, independence, learn technique, and develop their passion for dance.”
From the reviews
Maria's School of Dance has over 33 years of experience, which really shows just how good it is. Maria's is a great place for kids who want to have fun learning the art of dance or those who want to work more on mastering their technique.
My daughter had danced in 2 other schools before Maria’s and we by far are so happy we decided to give a local dance studio a try. They really treat their students along with the students families like family here. Everyone is very helpful, informative and friendly at Maria’s! I love that they have fun while learning.
My daughter has been dancing with Maria since 2005 and we couldn't be happier. Her love of dance has only grown and she has made life long friends as well. I highly recommend Maria's School of Dance as a mother and as a first grade teacher of 25 years.
I recently enrolled my daughter in the Creative Movement class with Miss Maria and Miss Alison. They have been absolutely wonderful with her...she is quite the sassy girl and I believe this class will do wonders for her in the line of discipline and also making new friends and having fun!
Your first ballet class at Maria's 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.
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