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Mayfair Arts Center, a program of the Chicago Human Rhythm Project

4.7 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Ballet school in Chicago, Illinois

Kids & teens

Lively, sunlit studio featuring dance classes for all ages, including tap, jazz, ballet & hip hop.

Plan your first class

Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 9 am–5 pm
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Mayfair Arts Center, a program of the Chicago Human Rhythm Project, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 5 mentions

“My daughter dances here and I danced here as a check myself.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“We had no experience whatsoever, but Tre accommodated.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“Performing Company competes and travels from Chicagoland to D.”

serious pre-professional training 2 mentions

“As a member of a resident company here, the facilities are new, clean, well maintained - and provide a great space for classes and rehearsals”

From the reviews

Memories of my childhood. Mr. Sutton 's legacy lived on . His daughter Miss Peggy oh wow! Beautiful , and can dance! I admired her so!Dance is vital to child/human development, physically, mentally, academically and spiritually!!! Thank you Mr.

★★★★★ — Allison, Mar 2021

I went to school here as a little girl. Peggy Sutton was my teacher. Tap jazz ballet. Good times

★★★★★ — Stella, Nov 2018

This place was phenomenal! My girlfriend and I took House Dance for House Heads with Tre Daniels, and it was amazing. We had no experience whatsoever, but Tre accommodated. We learned a ton, had lots of fun, and got in a good workout. Would recommend to anyone who wants to try something new with fun people!

★★★★★ — Darrin, Nov 2017

Dance for all ages! Boys classes available.All levels! Performing Company competes and travels from Chicagoland to D.C. to Disney!!! Best recitals at Harris Theater. Great rental space for parties and event as well.

★★★★★ — Farah, May 2018

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Your first ballet class at Mayfair Arts Center, a program of the Chicago Human Rhythm Project

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.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Mayfair Arts Center, a program of the Chicago Human Rhythm Project

8701 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL60617

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