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Sawnee School of the Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Ballet school in Cumming, Georgia
Plan your first class
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 770-887-0756
- Website & schedule sawneeschoolofthearts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–7 pm |
| Thursday | 4–7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–4 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“The adult dance classes are wonderful providing great dance technique and a welcoming environment.”
“My daughter had the best experience, all the staff are wonderful, even the students are great at helping out the young dancers!”
What families & students say
“Teachers are amazing, staff is attentive and very helpful.”
“The adult dance classes are wonderful providing great dance technique and a welcoming environment.”
“The adult dance classes are wonderful providing great dance technique and a welcoming environment.”
“Our children absolutely LOVE being a part of it and my oldest has dreamed of being Clara since she was 4.”
“It’s been a staple for our family for the Christmas season for many decades and we were so delighted when seeing SSB/SSA’s Nutcracker.”
“The end of the year recital was extremely well planned - from both a parent of a dancer and from a viewer experience.”
From the reviews
My daughter and I started at Sawnee for the 22-23 season. What a beautiful, full circle journey it has been for us both. Ms. Laurie was the perfect introduction to ballet for our 3 year old. She was energetic and patient; allowing Olivia all the time and space she needed to enjoy herself in class.
Miss Courtney is best in the business. Does an amazing job with her students and is always at the forefront of new ideas and was to keep the dancers involved and evolving. Highly recommend
We just finished our first season at Sawnee School of the Arts and are SO happy with our experience. It was our first introduction to dance at an early beginner level and Ms. Courtney was so patient, kind and fun. My daughter looked forward to class every week, as did I for her.
We love SSA! My daughter takes several classes here including ballet, jazz and (her favorite) modern! The instructors are so nice and I feel like she’s getting exceptional instruction and I see her improving her dance skills constantly. We love being a part of The Nutcracker and Spring concert performances as well!
Adult ballet at Sawnee School of the Arts
Sawnee School of the Arts 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 Sawnee School of the Arts
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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