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Rising Star Dance Academy

5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Ballet school in Valatie, New York

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Phone +1 518-227-0311
  • Website & schedule risingstardanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Rising Star Dance Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 19 mentions

“All my kids have worked with Deborah previously though Crane Acting Troupe, but only my youngest and my only boy, was able to take advantage of her new studio.”

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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.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 3 mentions

“Miss Deborah is not only an amazing teacher, but a true inspiration and mentor to her students both on and off the dance floor.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Deborah provides excellent choreography for all levels of tap, Broadway Jazz, and ballet.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“In the last three years, we have seen our daughter grow into a strong, graceful, confident dancer that emulates into her daily life.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“We're kind of sad he's graduated out, but he just called from college and wants me to send his tap shoes out for a talent show!”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 6 mentions

“Her recitals are performances and she teaches her students not only how to dance, but how to express through dance.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“Deborah is a talented professional, and cares so much about her students.”

From the reviews

My daughter joined Ms Deborah’s dance studio when she opened and it was the best decision we made! She had previously taken dance classes at another local studio.

★★★★★ — Theresa, Aug 2021

We've been with Rising Star since it opened. All my kids have worked with Deborah previously though Crane Acting Troupe, but only my youngest and my only boy, was able to take advantage of her new studio. He loved every minute!

★★★★★ — Anne, Aug 2021

This will be my daughter’s 4th season at Rising Star Dance Academy. My daughter absolutely adores Miss Deborah. Deborah is a talented professional, and cares so much about her students. I’m truly grateful my daughter has such an exceptional role model to look up too.

★★★★★ — Cheryl, Aug 2021

My daughter joined this studio when it opened as a 4-year old. Mrs. Deborah’s was amazing to watch as she happily sang and played with the children and taught them at the same time.

★★★★★ — Avril, Aug 2021

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Your first ballet class at Rising Star 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 Rising Star Dance Academy

3339 NY-9H, Valatie, NY12184

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