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On Pointe Dance Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Ballet school in Malden, Massachusetts

Ballet school Kids & teens Pointe Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 978-751-0092
  • Website & schedule onpointedanceacademy.org — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–7 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 4–8 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 On Pointe Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 6 mentions

“Really good but there's one thing that i don't like they dont kinda teach you how to do cartwheels for my child.”

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🩰 Pointe 2 mentions

“As an alumni of the On Pointe Dance Academy, I cannot express my gratitude of growing up with this dance studio.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 31 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 10 mentions

“After dancing 5 years at this studio I learned so much and have come a long way and I also learned that the people you dance with aren’t just people on your team they’re family.”

From the reviews

After dancing 5 years at this studio I learned so much and have come a long way and I also learned that the people you dance with aren’t just people on your team they’re family.

★★★★★ — Diana, Aug 2018

Supportive, well-trained, caring teachers...brought out the dancer in my child! The studio is her favorite place to be! Parents, staff and students are welcoming, encouraging and friendly.

★★★★★ — Karen, Aug 2018

The owners choreography is outstanding. Highly recommend taking classes here at OPDA.

★★★★★ — Danielle, Aug 2018

As an alumni of the On Pointe Dance Academy, I cannot express my gratitude of growing up with this dance studio. I can truly say that it was my second home, and I miss it everyday.

★★★★★ — Jenna, Feb 2020

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Your first ballet class at On Pointe 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 On Pointe Dance Academy

2 Maplewood St, Malden, MA02148

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