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Northern Valley Dance Academy

5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Ballet school in Norwood, New Jersey

Free trial Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 201-784-6400
  • Website & schedule nvdanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–5 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 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 Northern Valley Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 5 mentions

“My daughter has been with this studio for almost 9 years and it is like a second home to her - she loves her friend dancers and the great team of teachers.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

“Great dance training from toddlers and beginner classes all the way up!”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 7 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 3 mentions

“She was thrilled to perform at the recital with her friends (many she met at NVDA), and now she can't wait to start dance classes again next fall.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“The studio is spotless clean, and the staff is the best .”

From the reviews

My 4-year old loves to dance but was nervous about taking a class. Ms Deirdre made her feel so welcome and comfortable that dance class quickly became her favorite part of the week.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jun 2026

NVDA is the best!! Both my daughters dance there and they can’t wait to go back every week!! The instruction is great, lots of fun, and the atmosphere is warm and friendly. The studio is spotless clean, and the staff is the best . I can’t wait every year to see all the hard work pay off at the year end recital!

★★★★★ — Demetri, Sep 2018

Have sent my kids here for more than 10 years - it's a supportive and warm environment, studio is clean and spacious, classes aren't too big to manage, and costumes are age-appropriate. Great dance training from toddlers and beginner classes all the way up!

★★★★★ — Rachel, Jun 2024

My daughter has been with this studio for almost 9 years and it is like a second home to her - she loves her friend dancers and the great team of teachers.

★★★★★ — Meytal, Jun 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 7 reviews →

Your first ballet class at Northern Valley 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 Northern Valley Dance Academy

75 Oak St #102, Norwood, NJ07648

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