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South Carolina Dance Company

4.7 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Ballet school in Lexington, South Carolina

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 3–10 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • 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
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  • Phone +1 803-996-1150
  • Website & schedule southcarolinadancecompany.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 12–8 pm
Tuesday 12–8 pm
Wednesday 12–8 pm
Thursday 12–8 pm
Friday 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Saturday Closed
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 South Carolina Dance Company, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 13 mentions

“They love those children so much and invest so much time and energy into turning them into beautiful dancers.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 49 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 6 mentions

“The instructors are talented, caring, and truly invested in helping each dancer grow.”

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“The instructors make learning fun and age-appropriate, and I love how they focus on kindness and teamwork just as much as technique.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“We ended up leaving for a smaller dance studio with a more welcoming atmosphere.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 7 mentions

“Not only are they very professional, but they also create a very positive environment for your child to grow. We love SCDC!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 16 mentions

“When she first started, she had separation anxiety and a speech impediment, but the studio created such a supportive and encouraging environment that she truly thrived.”

serious pre-professional training 11 mentions

“Our daughter has been dancing at South Carolina Dance Company for 10 years, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience.”

From the reviews

A safe Christian environment. Amazing teachers. Her teammates and teachers are family. My daughter loves SCDC, and loves being on the Company team! She has been there now for over 5 years.

★★★★★ — Cheryl, Oct 2017

There's a reason South Carolina dance company is voted number one dance studio in Lexington year after year. Fantastic teachers and office staff; highly recommend.

★★★★★ — Griffin, May 2019

I have four daughters, all who currently dance at South Carolina Dance Company (SCDC). We have been very pleased. We have been clients of SCDC now for 4 years. The studio is always clean, and the staff is helpful with questions.

★★★★★ — Jill, Jul 2016

We just can't say enough about Danyele, her instructors, and this dance studio! This will be our daughter's 5th year dancing there and her skills have increased by leaps and bounds.

★★★★★ — Aneshia, Jul 2016

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Your first ballet class at South Carolina Dance Company

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 South Carolina Dance Company

1332 N Lake Dr, Lexington, SC29072

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