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Omaha Academy of Ballet
4.8 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Ballet school in Omaha, Nebraska
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (402) 346-0469
- Website & schedule oabdance.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I started here 3 years ago in the beginning adult class and moved into taking modern as well.”
What families & students say
“Perfect posture lol wished I could've made the first two ☹️ Hopefully very great teacher very fair and just will be there for summer session highly recommended.”
“One big recital each year is very special and doable.”
“I started here 3 years ago in the beginning adult class and moved into taking modern as well.”
From the reviews
Love OAB!!! I started here 3 years ago in the beginning adult class and moved into taking modern as well. Speaking as an adult, the staff have all been fantastic. Every teacher I've been with is so professional, willing to give corrections when needed and providing accurate and helpful feedback.
Our daughter loves dancing at this studio! She has had wonderful teachers each year, and enjoys sampling the shorter summer classes too. One big recital each year is very special and doable.
Wonderful environment with so many ways that dancers can grow through their own journey. Great instructors and an annual recital! We love OAB!
Awesome footwork! Wow men act really tough yet flexing some of the way these do lolol... 💪💪 Real tough ... Perfect posture lol wished I could've made the first two ☹️ Hopefully very great teacher very fair and just will be there for summer session highly recommended...
Adult ballet at Omaha Academy of Ballet
Omaha Academy of Ballet 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 Omaha Academy of Ballet
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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