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NorthPointe Dance Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lewis Center, Ohio

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–12 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Class price classes around $67 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (740) 548-4600
  • Website & schedule northpointedance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9:30–11:30 AM, 4–8:30 PM
Tuesday 9:30 AM–12 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 4–8:30 PM
Thursday 4–8:30 PM
Friday 9:30 AM–12:10 PM, 4–8:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 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 NorthPointe Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 22 mentions

“The dance instructors are so kind and helpful, the classes are fun and engaging and most importantly, my daughter looks forward to going each week!”

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🩰 Pointe 2 mentions

“We’ve been at North pointe Dance Acadamy for 1year, and it has been an incredible journey.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 105 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 5 mentions

“My daughter has grown from a shy beginner into a confident dancer, and the studio feels like family.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 17 mentions

“The dance instructors are so kind and helpful, the classes are fun and engaging and most importantly, my daughter looks forward to going each week!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 8 mentions

“My kids have been given amazing opportunities to be on stage multiple times per year at competitions/recital/ballet gala and to take master classes/conventions.”

serious pre-professional training 5 mentions

“Our daughter started in recreational dance and is now in her 7th season of Company, and the growth we’ve seen in her has been incredible—both as a dancer and as a person.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“She has had the opportunity to perform in a variety of settings with high standards of professionalism.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“My girls started the year being 3 and 4 now 4 and 5 and have grown their confidence and skills in dancing.”

From the reviews

Our experience has been top notch. The teachers here are so kind, fun, and very talented. You can tell they have been doing this a long time and are great with kids of all ages.

★★★★★ — Taryn, May 2026

Our family has been part of this studio for four years now, and it has been a joy to watch our daughter grow here. We started with the Mommy and Me classes and have since moved through several combo classes. While we participate recreationally, the quality of instruction and the environment have been top-tier.

★★★★★ — Brooke, Apr 2026

My 11 year old daughter has been going to NorthPointe Dance Academy since she was 3 years old. We started out doing a rec class each year, and the past few years she has participated in several of their company groups. NDA offers a variety of options across different levels of dance.

★★★★★ — Amy, Apr 2026

Northpointe Dance Academy has been nothing short of amazing for my daughter. We came from another studio that was not a good fit when a friend recommended it to us. It was a breath of fresh air to walk into a place that has been so welcoming, kind, and focused on the growth of each dancer.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Feb 2026

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Your first ballet class at NorthPointe 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 NorthPointe Dance Academy

500 Orangepoint Dr, Lewis Center, OH43035

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