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Panama City Dance Academy

4.5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Ballet school in Panama City, Florida

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (850) 763-7191
  • Website & schedule panamacitydanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Panama City Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 7 mentions

“My daughter has been going to PCDA for almost "9" years and has become a beautifully talented dancer with the help of each talented instructor as well as the owner Michelle.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 6 mentions

“She has made life long friends with her dance mates and has grown each year in confidence in performing and perfecting her dance technique.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“She has made life long friends with her dance mates and has grown each year in confidence in performing and perfecting her dance technique.”

serious pre-professional training 6 mentions

“They do have an excellent award winning company, but it is never forced on to other families to join.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“She has made life long friends with her dance mates and has grown each year in confidence in performing and perfecting her dance technique.”

From the reviews

We love PCDA! My daughter has been going since she was 2 years old and loves it. She has made life long friends with her dance mates and has grown each year in confidence in performing and perfecting her dance technique. The staff is very friendly and so are all the parents.

★★★★★ — Bobbie, May 2019

We love Panama City Dance Academy. My 2 older granddaughters went here all the way through school and loved it. My youngest granddaughter is in her 3rd year here and first year of company. She is 10 and they have been so great with her. She has really improved in the 3 years she has been here.

★★★★★ — Diane, May 2019

We switched from another studio in town a few years ago and we couldn’t be happier! PCDA has a warm atmosphere, competitive curriculum and such wonderful families to build relationships with. Michelle and staff go above and beyond to make the world of dance so special for their dancers. We love PCDA!

★★★★★ — Mallory, Dec 2023

Awesome staff with a large variety of dance classes to choose from. Have had nothing but great things to say about our experience with this dance studio.

★★★★★ — Taylor, Jun 2017

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Your first ballet class at Panama City 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 Panama City Dance Academy

100 Jazz Dr, Panama City, FL32405

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