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National Dance Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 44 Google reviews · Ballet school in Coralville, Iowa

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 319-430-8437
  • Website & schedule nationaldanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–7 pm
Tuesday 3–7 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 3 am–7 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 National Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 15 mentions

“After a tough experience elsewhere, my daughter found a supportive, encouraging environment where she could rebuild her confidence and fall in love with dance again.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 44 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 6 mentions

“The instructors are exceptional—technique is a clear priority, and the studio is consistently recognized with awards for both technique and sportsmanship.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Their choreography and costumes are tasteful and age-appropriate, the staff are kind and fun to work with, and the entire community is so welcoming!”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Our daughter has grown so much in her confidence and skill since we moved to this studio.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 27 mentions

“Their choreography and costumes are tasteful and age-appropriate, the staff are kind and fun to work with, and the entire community is so welcoming!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“This is our third year at this studio and my children have learned so much- you can tell the joy they perform with comes from the great atmosphere NDA has created.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 6 mentions

“The studio owner and teachers are extremely organized, have great communication (they are great reminders as well 😆), professional, and most of all caring.”

From the reviews

I have grown up at NDA and I have never been around a more respectful community! The staff and students have became not just my friends but my family. My greatest memories will forever be at this studio!! Guys plz don’t say mean things about my studio it hurts my feelings😖😖😖😖

★★★★★ — Sydney, Apr 2025

We love National Dance Academy! Their choreography and costumes are tasteful and age-appropriate, the staff are kind and fun to work with, and the entire community is so welcoming!

★★★★★ — Brooke, Apr 2025

National Dance Academy has been a true blessing for our family. After a tough experience elsewhere, my daughter found a supportive, encouraging environment where she could rebuild her confidence and fall in love with dance again.

★★★★★ — Katie, Apr 2025

I just wanted to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for everything you do. From the very first class, it was clear that National Dance Academy is more than just a dance studio – it's a family.

★★★★★ — Heather, Apr 2025

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Your first ballet class at National Dance Academy

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 National Dance Academy

2100 Norcor Ave, Coralville, IA52241

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