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New Heights Dance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Ballet school in Tampa, Florida
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 2–6 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 813-522-8221
- Website & schedule newheightsdancetampa.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 6–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“It's so refreshing to find a place that not only welcomes adult dancers, but takes us seriously and challenges us to take our skills to the next level.”
“I joined to get back into dance, so took the adult beginner class as a refresher, and after a year later.”
“My daughter’s first dance day we stood outside the class room the entire 1hr and watched from video monitor (shy & nervous).”
“I was also grateful for Cassie's one on one feedback regarding my daughter.”
What families & students say
“Cassie & the other amazing teachers offer high quality training in a fun, encouraging, & accepting environment.”
“I Recommend NewHeights to everyone of ALL ages you’ll really enjoy the atmosphere and learn techniques you didn’t know you had in you.”
“The environment of the studio is welcoming and positive with the focus of the dancers building confidence in themselves through the art of dance.”
“The best part is it builds your child’s confidence and gets their energy out at the same time!”
“The environment of the studio is welcoming and positive with the focus of the dancers building confidence in themselves through the art of dance.”
“I felt all the theater group nostalgia hearing of the singing warm-ups, breathing exercises and, of course, the performance!”
From the reviews
Love NHDA! Thie 47-year old is so grateful for a place where I can take a true ballet class alongside other women who are simply full of joy for the chance to dance and feel great. Cassie has established a welcoming environment where people of all ages can try out (or pick back up again) a variety of dance styles.
My 3 year old daughter started taking combo classes with Cassie and I now recommend New Heights Dance Academy at every opportunity. The environment of the studio is welcoming and positive with the focus of the dancers building confidence in themselves through the art of dance.
Update: I am updating my review now that I have been inspired to start my own dance journey with New Heights. The same welcoming feeling that our daughter experiences is the same one that I have been presented in my very first ballet class. I’ve spent 36 years of my life not being a dancer, but that doesn’t matter.
My little one attended musical theater camp, and wow, was it wonderful & more! Ms. Carmen offered such an enriching and fun experience. I felt all the theater group nostalgia hearing of the singing warm-ups, breathing exercises and, of course, the performance!
Adult ballet at New Heights Dance Academy
New Heights Dance Academy runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 New Heights 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.
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