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Sandra's School Of Dance
4.2 ★★★★☆ 61 Google reviews · Ballet school in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 6–17 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Class price classes around $30 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
- 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 (505) 292-0318
- Website & schedule sandrasschoolofdance.dance — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 2–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–8 PM |
| Thursday | 2–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been dancing at SSD for two years now, we've spent the last year on the competition team and I couldn't ask for a better dance studio.”
What families & students say
“The family environment is amazing, welcoming and beneficial for the students.”
“I cannot say enough about how instrumental Sandra’s has been for my daughter’s confidence and social skills.”
“The staff and teachers are supportive and caring about the students while providing a technical dance education.”
“Sandra and her staff instilled in me a lifelong love and commitment to pursuing the performing arts.”
“The facility is always clean, COVID protocols were excellent and the staff is great.”
“I enjoy how well they communicate with the parents and how interactive they are with the small kids.”
From the reviews
I danced at Sandra's School of Dance for 15 years. The staff and teachers are supportive and caring about the students while providing a technical dance education. The competition team at Sandra's provided me with friendships and experiences that helped shape me not only as a dancer but as a person.
My daughter has been taking classes at Sandras for 5 years and ABSOLUTELY loves it. The staff is so caring, professional, and are true role models. They take the time to know each child indovidually which sets them apart from other studios. I'd highly recommend this studio for students of all ages.
My daughter has been here for 8 months and she has enjoyed ever second of it. I enjoy how well they communicate with the parents and how interactive they are with the small kids. I recommend this place 100% to anyone who is looking for a well instructed dance school.
My daughter has been dancing at SSD for two years now, we've spent the last year on the competition team and I couldn't ask for a better dance studio. The family environment is amazing, welcoming and beneficial for the students. My daughter, even though only 5, has blossomed at Sandra's.
Adult ballet at Sandra's School Of Dance
Sandra's School Of Dance runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. 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 Sandra's School Of Dance
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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