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Martell School of Dance & Martell Tu
4.7 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Ballet school in Akron, Ohio
Plan your first class
- 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 +1 330-805-4854
- Website & schedule martellschoolofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–10 pm |
| Thursday | 4–10 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My youngest has 6 more years of dance here and the thought of no longer being apart of this studio saddens me (left hope for grandchildren down the road so I can keep coming lol).”
“Martell offers a wide variety of genres of dance classes from beginner to advanced levels in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acro and Ballroom just to name a few!”
“Nonverbal, not potty trained later diagnosed with autism and adhd.”
What families & students say
“Martell offers a wide variety of genres of dance classes from beginner to advanced levels in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acro and Ballroom just to name a few!”
“The staff and dance family at Martell helped my daughter to be confident enough to audition and be accepted into the dance program at Firestone ASA.”
“Kids and parents are treated like family, students are taught from a young age to understand that they serve a special purpose as a part of the team.”
“The yearly recital is at the Civic Theatre and feels so special and professional.”
“We were immediately impressed with the different styles of dance and the professionalism of the school & staff!”
From the reviews
Highly sophisticated dance and performance training studio. Unique to Akron and surrounding areas, no other studio like it. Kids and parents are treated like family, students are taught from a young age to understand that they serve a special purpose as a part of the team.
Martell offers a wide variety of genres of dance classes from beginner to advanced levels in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acro and Ballroom just to name a few!! My daughter has been dancing at Martell for 9 years and I am continually impressed with the office staff and the faculty.
My daughter has been dancing for 7 years but has only been at Martell for 2-1/2 years. She had found a new love and confidence for all different types of dance. She takes Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Clogging, Modern and Lyrical and is always so excited for anything new.
My daughters have been dancing at Martell School of Dance for 17 years overall. We were immediately impressed with the different styles of dance and the professionalism of the school & staff! We became part of the Martell family from the start, feeling the dedication and love from Teri, Jennifer, and now Rachel.
Adult ballet at Martell School of Dance & Martell Tu
Martell School of Dance & Martell Tu 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.
Your first ballet class at Martell School of Dance & Martell Tu
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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