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Metropolitan Ballet Academy & Company
4.8 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Ballet school in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 3–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- 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
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- Phone +1 215-663-1665
- Website & schedule metropolitanballetacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 12:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter began with Creative Movement and right from the start, I was impressed with how the teachers balanced discipline with fun.”
“My daughter began with Creative Movement and right from the start, I was impressed with how the teachers balanced discipline with fun.”
“You don't have to worry about where to buy leotards, tights, and pointe shoes.”
“When we first moved to the area, I was determined to find a school with a strong faculty that emphasized proper technique and serious training.”
“My kids learned more at Met in their first summer intensive than they had from an entire year at our previous schools, and they look forward to going to ballet every day.”
“Their boys program is amazing, and as an adult student myself, I have benefited as much as my girls have from Met's amazing teachers.”
What families & students say
“When we first moved to the area, I was determined to find a school with a strong faculty that emphasized proper technique and serious training.”
“Metropolitan stands out by offering a supportive environment with both coed classes and classes specifically designed for boys, taught by the talented Daniel Mayo.”
“As our children have progressed through the levels, they’ve had numerous opportunities to perform in wonderful school shows and even in Philadelphia Ballet’s The Nutcracker.”
“The Company dancers perform three contemporary pieces choreographed by cutting-edge, visiting choreographers.”
“Met students are trained in classical ballet by dedicated, experienced and professional educators.”
“My daughter began with Creative Movement and right from the start, I was impressed with how the teachers balanced discipline with fun.”
From the reviews
The Metropolitan Ballet Academy is a top notch school. My daughters had the opportunity of auditioning at the studio and saw the quality of the dancers first hand. Lisa Collins and the Metropolitan staff were very friendly and helpful with questions.
It isn't magic that happens at Metropolitan Ballet Academy, but one might think so after watching one of their several performances during the academic year. My favorite performance is the Family Concert Series performed every November by children of all ages. The energy and talent is top-notch.
It's hard not to fall in love with this school and its staff! My child has wonderful memories of her time with the Met. The staff is incredibly kind, encouraging, and nurturing. Ms. Collins is simply the best—flexible, caring, and always willing to meet you halfway. The Summer Intensive program is hands down epic. Ms.
Being a part of Metropolitan Ballet Academy has been such a blessing. I have studied at MET for seven years, since age 9. MET has incredible instructors, choreographers, and a family-like environment. This next year our family is moving, so I will be training at Orlando Ballet School in their Academy program.
Your first ballet class at Metropolitan Ballet Academy & Company
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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