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Miss Shelly's School of Dance

4.8 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Adult classes Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 918-496-9549
  • Website & schedule missshellysschoolofdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–3 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 Miss Shelly's School of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“My daughter gets so excited for her dance class.”

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💃 Adult Ballet

“I have so enjoyed the adult classes and love the way the teachers run the classes.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 26 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🗓️ well-run & communicative 2 mentions

“It’s clean, professional, friendly and such a fun environment.”

From the reviews

Best studio in town! Miss Shelly creates such a safe, positive, warm environment for dancers. She cares more about each dancer feeling confident in themselves than having a perfect routine. I have so enjoyed the adult classes and love the way the teachers run the classes.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Apr 2018

I've been dancing here since I was in 6th grade. It's a really good studio and I highly recommend for you to take dance classes here!!!

★★★★★ — Shelly, Nov 2021

I have been here for 10 years, wonderful teachers😁 (especially Ms. Shelly, she is amazing 😍)

★★★★★ — Joanna, May 2023

My daughter gets so excited for her dance class. Miss Zoe is a wonderful teacher.

★★★★★ — Michelle, Oct 2021

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Adult ballet at Miss Shelly's School of Dance

Miss Shelly's School of Dance 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.

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Your first ballet class at Miss Shelly'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.

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 Miss Shelly's School of Dance

8032 S Sheridan Rd, Tulsa, OK74133

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