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St Louis Academy of Dance
4.7 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Olivette, Missouri
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
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Phone +1 314-991-1663
- Website & schedule stlouisdance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“Louis Academy of Dance is a great studio for both children and adults.”
What families & students say
“Their focus is on proper dance technique, not competitions, which we greatly appreciate.”
“We've always felt the staff at SLAD have our daughter's best interest at heart and so appreciate the poise and incredible confidence that have helped her develop.”
“We're pleased with the quality of instruction she's received and really appreciate the professionalism of the staff.”
“We've always felt the staff at SLAD have our daughter's best interest at heart and so appreciate the poise and incredible confidence that have helped her develop.”
From the reviews
All three of my daughters are students at SLAD. They have each improved their self confidence, poise, and sense of commitment through dance, and it's been wonderful to watch each of them develop different skills through learning the multiple disciplines offered at SLAD.
Our daughter has been dancing at SLAD since 4th grade and is now in high school. We're pleased with the quality of instruction she's received and really appreciate the professionalism of the staff. They are very approachable and have always been responsive to questions or concerns when we've had them.
Been here since kindergarten or 1st grade now I'm in 7th grade an I miss everyone soo much! Ms. kacy, Ms. Emily and the rest of the staff even the dancers here are like family to me and I miss them a lot! Also Ari will ALWAYS be in our hearts and I miss her SOO much too! <3
St. Louis Academy of Dance is a great studio for both children and adults. Miss Kacy, Miss Emily, and the rest of the staff at SLAD are incredible! Their focus is on proper dance technique, not competitions, which we greatly appreciate. Always professional!
Your first ballet class at St Louis Academy 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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