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Reaching Heart School of Ballet

4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in West Harwich, Massachusetts

Ballet school Kids & teens Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • 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 (508) 430-4303
  • Website & schedule reachingheart.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 AM–2 PM, 3:45–7:30 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–2 PM, 3:45–7:30 PM
Wednesday 3:45–7:30 PM
Thursday 9 AM–2 PM, 3:45–7:30 PM
Friday 9 AM–2 PM, 3:45–6:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM–6:30 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 Reaching Heart School of Ballet, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 14 mentions

“We appreciate the professionalism as well as the welcoming nature of the school, and look forward to watching our kids' love of ballet continue at RHSB!”

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Teen Ballet 3 mentions

“My daughter will graduate from high school this year and has had the opportunity to perform in 11 Nutcrackers and has gotten to be almost every part!”

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Pre-Professional 2 mentions

“We needed a school more dance focused coming from the conservatory.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 14 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“If you are looking for a school that focuses on ballet and technique at the same time creating a family of amazing dancers this is the place for you!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“We appreciate the professionalism as well as the welcoming nature of the school, and look forward to watching our kids' love of ballet continue at RHSB!”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“What special place for our daughter to grow and learn. We would love for you to see the new Dance Studio on Rte 28 in West Harwich.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 9 mentions

“Melissa and her staff have given her a strong foundation of dance, opportunities to perform, and the confidence to excel.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 6 mentions

“My daughter will graduate from high school this year and has had the opportunity to perform in 11 Nutcrackers and has gotten to be almost every part!”

serious pre-professional training 2 mentions

“We needed a school more dance focused coming from the conservatory.”

From the reviews

The dance program at Reaching Heart Dance Center has been a perfect fit for my daughter Lauren. She started dancing to compliment her gymnastic skills and fell in love with Miss Melissa and The Reaching Heart Dance students. What special place for our daughter to grow and learn.

★★★★★ — Mark, Jan 2011

Best ballet and dance school ever!! You are hosting the 17th annual Harwich High School production of the Nutcracker from now until Sunday afternoon!!

★★★★★ — Stephen, Dec 2019

Reaching Heart has been my daughter's 2nd home for the past 11 years. It is just a wonderful place to dance. I am so glad we found Reaching Heart when my daughter was young, she has developed friendships that I know will last a lifetime. The dance instruction is excellent and the atmosphere is welcoming and supportive.

★★★★★ — Julie, Mar 2024

We needed a school more dance focused coming from the conservatory. Reaching Heart has provided an incredibly strong ballet foundation for my daughter. She started dancing with Melissa at 6. The shows are amazing to watch your child live their dreams out on stage, and the Nutcracker can’t be topped.

★★★★★ — Heather, May 2024

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Your first ballet class at Reaching Heart School 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.

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 Reaching Heart School of Ballet

27 MA-28 P.O.B. 488, West Harwich, MA02671

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