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Off Broadway Dance Studio

4.1 ★★★★☆ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in New Orleans, Louisiana

Free trial Kids & teens Pointe

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
  • Ages classes for ages 2–3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • 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
  • Phone +1 504-861-1749
  • Website & schedule obdsnola.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Off Broadway Dance Studio, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 17 mentions

“Great place for kids dance classes in uptown nola.”

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🩰 Pointe

“You can get anything from pointe classes to hip hop.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 8 mentions

“I Love the energy, the drive and the dedication they put into their routines and performances.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 5 mentions

“They are professional and true lovers of dance.”

From the reviews

An amazing place full of great instruction. They are professional and true lovers of dance. They teach fundamentals of dance. They genuinely care about each dancer and seeing them to their full potential. Great quality recitals and costumes that are age appropriate. Dance is serious when you walk through those doors.

★★★★★ — Donishia, Jun 2020

Great place for kids dance classes in uptown nola. Hassle-free classes that teach the basics and beyond. You can get anything from pointe classes to hip hop. The instructors are caring and professional. The owners run the place like a fine machine and are happy to help with anything customers need.

★★★★★ — Laura, Feb 2021

I love this studio. I go there and the teachers are really nice there are strict and serious but that’s because they want you to get better. I have learned so much and have been so inspired by all there hard work. Love OBDS. They are so nice and you learn a lot.

★★★★★ — Ajay, Sep 2021

OBDS is an amazing group of young talented dancers and instructors. I Love the energy, the drive and the dedication they put into their routines and performances. Keep up the great work!!!!

★★★★★ — Jordan, Mar 2023

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Your first ballet class at Off Broadway Dance Studio

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 Off Broadway Dance Studio

8125 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA70118

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