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Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville

4.5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Ballet school in Jacksonville, Florida

Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe Private lessons Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 4–6 — 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
  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • 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
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (904) 923-0977
  • Website & schedule saltmarshdanceofjacksonville.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 9:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 9:30 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM–6 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 Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet 3 mentions

“I have been taking the Adult Ballet class at Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville for almost 2 years.”

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🌱 Adult Beginner Ballet

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 17 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💃 great for adults 3 mentions

“I have been taking the Adult Ballet class at Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville for almost 2 years.”

From the reviews

I have been taking the Adult Ballet class at Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville for almost 2 years. I never danced as a child, but I find this studio a safe environment for me to learn and I have been improving a lot ever since I joined, as well as gaining strength and flexibility.

★★★★★ — Xana, Feb 2021

Saltmarsh Dance is a wonderful place to dance whether it is your first time or you have previous dance experience. I joined the adult ballet classes over a year ago and enjoy the camaraderie. Taking ballet with Mrs. Saltmarsh is a joy!

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Sep 2020

Suzanne Saltmarsh is passionate about what she does. She's a wonderful teacher with a mountain of experience teaching and performing around the country. The new studio is spacious, tastefully appointed, and well situated in the middle of San Marco.

★★★★★ — Richard, Oct 2020

As of August 1st the new location of the studio is pleasantly placed in between grape and grain and maple street. Perfect place for parents as lots of places to park, and while student is dancing can go to coffee shops or grab a bite at near by restaurants.

★★★★★ — Raphael, Jul 2020

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Adult ballet at Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville

Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville 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.

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Your first ballet class at Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville

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 Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville

1620 Naldo Ave, Jacksonville, FL32207

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