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Peconic Ballet Theatre
4.5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Riverhead, New York
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 3–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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 (631) 591-1539
- Website & schedule peconicballettheatre.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter is a senior in high school and has been dancing since age 4, under the direction of Christiana Bitonti of Peconic Ballet Theatre since before the studio even opened.”
“My daughter is a senior in high school and has been dancing since age 4, under the direction of Christiana Bitonti of Peconic Ballet Theatre since before the studio even opened.”
How they train
What families & students say
“The years spent here are filled with amazing memories, and has been incredibly rewarding for both our daughter and our entire family!”
“I was presented with many different performance and teaching opportunities at PBT, and even two years later it is a place I can consider home.”
“I grew up dancing at Peconic Ballet theater and am currently going into my third year as a dance major at University at Buffalo with plans to pursue a professional dance career.”
From the reviews
My daughter is a senior in high school and has been dancing since age 4, under the direction of Christiana Bitonti of Peconic Ballet Theatre since before the studio even opened. This December, she will perform in her 14th Nutcracker production at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center.
I highly recommend PBT, the dance instruction is top quality and talented professional instructors travel from far and wide to be a part of this amazing studio.The studio embraces all level of dancer and is performance based, not competition based.
My daughter has been a dancer with Peconic Ballet Theatre for 7 years. I've watched her grow from a shy 5 year old who was scared to walk into the classroom, to a confident and talented young ballerina.
I grew up dancing at Peconic Ballet theater and am currently going into my third year as a dance major at University at Buffalo with plans to pursue a professional dance career. PBT created and fostered my love for dance and got me to where I am today.
Adult ballet at Peconic Ballet Theatre
Peconic Ballet Theatre runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. 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 Peconic Ballet Theatre
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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