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Royal Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Ballet school in Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Free trial Kids & teens Pre-professional

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
  • Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
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  • Phone +1 847-579-9909
  • Website & schedule royaldance.net — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–9 pm
Tuesday 4–9 pm
Wednesday 4–9 pm
Thursday 4–9 pm
Friday 4–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–5 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 Royal Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 13 mentions

“A wonderful studio for dance, tumbling and gymnastics… (I know they offer more classes even for adults that my daughter isn’t in).”

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How they train

The training methods and syllabi Royal Academy teaches, drawn from their own info and students' reviews — the quickest way to tell how a studio approaches classical technique.

👑 Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) 2 mentions

“I highly recommend Royal Academy of Dance to everyone who is interested in learning how to dance and perform gymnastics tricks on the stage.”

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Methods are mined from the studio's own info and reviews — they tell you the approach, not a formal certification or exam board. If a specific syllabus matters to you, confirm it with the studio before enrolling.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 20 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“We’ve seen tremendous growth in our child’s skills, confidence, and love for the sport since joining Royal Academy.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 10 mentions

“They create a nurturing yet challenging environment that encourages kids to do their best and have fun while learning.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“We’ve seen tremendous growth in our child’s skills, confidence, and love for the sport since joining Royal Academy.”

From the reviews

A wonderful studio for dance, tumbling and gymnastics… (I know they offer more classes even for adults that my daughter isn’t in). But my daughter loves her dance and tumbling coaches and loves being a part of this dance family!!

★★★★★ — Emma, Dec 2021

Royal Academy of Dance is the place where you can bring your kid to have fun while learning dance and gymnastics. All staff and coaches are amazing! My kids love to come and learn new stuff! The place is new and very modern! Good luck in the new competition season I am sure you will do great!

★★★★★ — Milena, Oct 2021

My daughter started training for USGA gymnastics 6 years ago but left the sport after 4 years as a result of its toxic coaching practices that we experienced at two separate gyms in the Chicagoland area.

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Jan 2023

Hard to find the combination of fantastic training and family-like environment. Love the teachers and it's easy to park in their lot. Check it out for the serious dancer to the casual dance enthusiast.

★★★★★ — Mila, Dec 2023

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Your first ballet class at Royal 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 Royal Academy

2500 Touhy Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL60007

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