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Southern Vermont Ballet

5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · Ballet school in Manchester Center, Vermont

Ballet school

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule vtballetclasses.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–7 PM
Tuesday 3–7 PM
Wednesday 3–7 PM
Thursday 3–7 PM
Friday 3–7 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 4 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“My 5 year old got to be in a performance of The Nutcracker and is very excited to go back next season.”

From the reviews

Amazing, new ballet studio with active, devoted teachers. My 5 year old got to be in a performance of The Nutcracker and is very excited to go back next season.

★★★★★ — Kayla, Jan 2022

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Your first ballet class at Southern Vermont Ballet

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 Southern Vermont Ballet

138 Spruce St, Manchester Center, VT05255

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