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Pivot Performance Arts

3.7 ★★★★☆ 31 Google reviews · Ballet school in Temple, Texas

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
  • Ages classes for ages 4–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • 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 +1 254-774-8929
  • Website & schedule pivotperformancearts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–7:30 pm
Tuesday 4–7 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am–12 pm, 4:30–7 pm
Thursday 4–7:30 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 Pivot Performance Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 32 mentions

“As a former dancer with personal negative experiences I was particular about where and who I felt comfortable sending my daughter to.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 2 mentions

“Awesome method of teaching for little ones ages 3 & 4.”

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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.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions
🧸 wonderful with young kids 6 mentions

“My daughter (then age 8) had her heart and confidence shattered when a teacher made unkind and hurtful comments.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 9 mentions

“My daughter (then age 8) had her heart and confidence shattered when a teacher made unkind and hurtful comments.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 5 mentions

“My granddaughter has been taking lessons and participating in competitions with Pivot Performance Arts for five years.”

serious pre-professional training 3 mentions

“My older daughter graduated out of the competition program and is now a theatre major in college.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“It's a great facility with lots of room for the activities they promote.”

From the reviews

Pivot has been my family’s second home since it was Gabrielle’s! We have been there for around 13 years now. My older daughter graduated out of the competition program and is now a theatre major in college. My youngest daughter has been attending since the age of 3 and is now 15 on the senior competition team.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Aug 2025

I love going to pivot! I have been going there for 5 years and it is the best experience. I have made friends for life that I would have never met outside of dance. I’m learning skills for not just in the studio but in real life. And my coaches always know how to bring me up and pump up the team!

★★★★★ — Ryleigh, Mar 2026

Pivot is a place where I have watched my daughter grow not only in dance but in confidence. This is her safe place. She has built incredible friendships with her dance team and I as a dance mom have built incredible friendships.

★★★★★ — Christa, Mar 2026

When we moved to Texas almost 7 years ago we were looking for a place that felt like a second home. As a former dancer with personal negative experiences I was particular about where and who I felt comfortable sending my daughter to. Fast forward those 7 years and Pivot was exactly the safe place we were looking for.

★★★★★ — Brittany, Mar 2026

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Your first ballet class at Pivot Performance Arts

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 Pivot Performance Arts

5311 205 Loop, Temple, TX76502

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