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Shake It Off

4.4 ★★★★☆ 141 Google reviews · Ballet school in Scarsdale, New York

Free trial Kids & teens

Vibrant studio for children offering classes (including ballet, breakdancing and art), plus games and parties, along with camps (including STEM).

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
  • Ages classes for age 3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (914) 721-0151
  • Website & schedule shakeitoffwestchesterny.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 2–6 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM–6 PM
Thursday 9 AM–6 PM
Friday 2–6 PM
Saturday 9–11:30 AM
Sunday 9–11:30 AM

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 Shake It Off, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 44 mentions

“I had the pleasure of collaborating with Ramya to introduce adult workshops into a space already so well known for its wonderful children’s events.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 4 mentions

“Approximately 10 kids joined and we kept it to all toddlers- the kids had a wonderful time in the bounce house and during the music/dance portion of the party.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 141 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Ramya truly encourages community — bringing people together to share, connect, and have fun in a welcoming, supportive atmosphere.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 5 mentions

“The crafts are unique and creative and my daughter has so much fun doing them! She loves everything they have to offer from the dance parties to art classes to the bounce room!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 6 mentions

“Ramya truly encourages community — bringing people together to share, connect, and have fun in a welcoming, supportive atmosphere.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“Clear communication and instructions, reasonable pricing, clean, spacious and organized facility and the best are the friendly and warm hearted staff!”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 10 mentions

“Clear communication and instructions, reasonable pricing, clean, spacious and organized facility and the best are the friendly and warm hearted staff!”

From the reviews

We hosted my son River’s 2nd birthday at Shake It Off in Scarsdale, and I cannot recommend it enough! I was 36 weeks pregnant at the time, so I desperately needed a venue that would take care of everything — and they absolutely delivered.

★★★★★ — Rachel, Nov 2025

I signed my 2 year old up for the caregiver and me classes here, one ballet and the other preschool prep. I LOVE IT! Before starting this my daughter had severe anxiety and fear of being around other kids/adults. I struggled taking her out or even being around family.

★★★★★ — Joselin, Nov 2024

The breakfast with Santa was simply incredible! I was looking for an event to get into the holiday spirit and this was the right choice. From the food to the crafts and to Santa, himself, everything was amazing. The food was really good and was an amazing add on to the activities that were there.

★★★★★ — Adeline, Dec 2025

Wonderful place; my 2 year old daughter is a big fan! As well as my 5 year old son. He loves the art activities. (Slime making, painting, cooking) We've been coming here since it opened between birthdays, holidays activities, dance classes and camps.

★★★★★ — B, Jan 2024

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Your first ballet class at Shake It Off

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 Shake It Off

365 Central Park Ave, Scarsdale, NY10583

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