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Rye Ballet Conservatory
5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Ballet school in Rye, New York
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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 +1 914-565-9367
- Website & schedule ryeballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:45 am–4:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“And for adults, come and try the adult classes.”
“My daughters have been studying here for two years right after we moved in New York from Tokyo.”
“The Arts Community in Rye and surrounding communities are so fortunate to have an exceptional ballet facility like Rye Ballet Conservatory!”
How they train
What families & students say
“I studied ballet for many years growing up and understand the importance of proper technique.”
“I looked around at other programs in Westchester and am confident that the level of teaching and encouraging atmosphere this studio delivers is in a class of its own.”
“I still visit and take classes from time to time, and always return for the year-end recital.”
“The Arts Community in Rye and surrounding communities are so fortunate to have an exceptional ballet facility like Rye Ballet Conservatory!”
“And for adults, come and try the adult classes.”
“From their recently added dance studio in the chapel with gorgeous stain glass windows to the teachers, the energy and love for dance is contagious.”
From the reviews
My daughter Lilli has been taking ballet at The Ballet Class going on five years. She has loved every minute of it. The teachers are top-notch and are very encouraging. They make every child feel special. At the end of the year recital, you will be amazed at how your child has progressed.
My daughter has been studying ballet at The Ballet Class in Rye for six years. I looked around at other programs in Westchester and am confident that the level of teaching and encouraging atmosphere this studio delivers is in a class of its own.
The Arts Community in Rye and surrounding communities are so fortunate to have an exceptional ballet facility like Rye Ballet Conservatory! RBC instructors are all classically trained and through their love of ballet they inspire students of all ages to appreciate the art and beauty of movement while providing a…
The Rye Ballet Conservatory is an incredible dance school! My daughter has danced there for seven years and my son for five years. The instructors are nurturing, supportive, and dedicated to excellence. And their facility is gorgeous!
Adult ballet at Rye Ballet Conservatory
Rye Ballet Conservatory 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 Rye Ballet Conservatory
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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