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Robin Cotler Dance Center / RCDC Dance Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Ballet school in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
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 2–6 — 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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 561-531-0600
- Website & schedule cotlerdancecenter.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 1–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I even signed up for an adult dance class and it’s so fun!”
“My daughter has been attending Robin Cotler Dance Center for the past three years, and the transformation in her as a dancer has been nothing short of amazing.”
“My daughter also attended RCDC as a toddler in person when we lived FL and is so happy to see Miss Robin again weekly!”
What families & students say
“The instruction she’s received has helped her grow not just in her technique, but also in her confidence and discipline.”
“It truly is like a family, and everyone looks out for each other, and helps out for the common goal of seeing our kids do what they love - dance.”
“It truly is like a family, and everyone looks out for each other, and helps out for the common goal of seeing our kids do what they love - dance.”
“I’m not a professional, but it’s hard not to notice the incredible progress my child has made in just one year—watching how she dances now is pure delight.”
“The instruction she’s received has helped her grow not just in her technique, but also in her confidence and discipline.”
From the reviews
I highly recommend RCDC! We’ve been part of the RCDC family for nine years now, and we look forward to many more years to come. The teachers are knowledgeable, caring, and supportive, always going above and beyond for my daughter and all their students.
My daughter has been dancing at Cotler Dance for two years, in the ensemble group. We tried different dance studios and even cheerleading, but she never had the same desire to practice as she does with the coaches at Cotler Dance. Ballet, which she never used to enjoy, has now become her favorite class.
My daughter has been attending Robin Cotler Dance Center for the past three years, and the transformation in her as a dancer has been nothing short of amazing. The level of professionalism and expertise offered by Robin and her talented family—who run the studio together—is unparalleled.
We are immensely grateful for the enriching environment at Robin Cotler Dance Center . The studio cultivates a sense of community while maintaining a commitment to excellence in dance education. Marisa is an exceptional instructor who inspires a love of dance in her students.
Adult ballet at Robin Cotler Dance Center / RCDC Dance Center
Robin Cotler Dance Center / RCDC Dance Center runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Robin Cotler Dance Center / RCDC Dance Center
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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