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Marilyn Schneider School of Dance
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Ballet school in Rochester, New York
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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Phone +1 585-227-1111
- Website & schedule msschoolofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“Highly recommend for families seeking more than just dance—MSSOD prepares children to face the world with confidence and determination1.”
What families & students say
“A Dance Studio Where Achievement Is Earned MSSOD is more than a dance studio—it’s a supportive community that builds confidence, character, and motivation in every child.”
“MSSOD is deeply involved in the community, hosting a yearly Christmas performance for the elderly and raising awareness for many different causes.”
“A Dance Studio Where Achievement Is Earned MSSOD is more than a dance studio—it’s a supportive community that builds confidence, character, and motivation in every child.”
From the reviews
A Dance Studio Where Achievement Is Earned MSSOD is more than a dance studio—it’s a supportive community that builds confidence, character, and motivation in every child. Led by Marilyn, the teachers instill a strong work ethic and teamwork, preparing students for success in dance and life1.
Marilyn Schneider’s School of Dance is truly one of a kind. Marilyn has been teaching dance for over 50 years, and I feel so lucky to have experienced her gift not only as her student years ago, but now as the parent of children she has taught for over a decade.
Your first ballet class at Marilyn Schneider 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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