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StarMakers Dance Company

4.9 ★★★★★ 92 Google reviews · Ballet school in Inman, South Carolina

Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (864) 814-0454
  • Website & schedule starmakers-dance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–7 PM
Friday Closed
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 StarMakers Dance Company, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 27 mentions

“As a parent, watching your child grow into themselves is one of life’s greatest joys — and for the past 8 years, SMDC has been an essential part of that journey for my daughter.”

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💛 Adaptive Ballet

“Not only do they have one of the best tumbling and trampoline coaches around on their staff but they also offer competitive gymnastics for special needs kids/adults.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 92 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“The instructors at SMDC don’t just teach technique — they nurture self-esteem, resilience, teamwork, and creativity.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“Starmakers is an amazing place for your child to grow in character, confidence and as a dancer.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 27 mentions

“It has truly been like a second home to her—she absolutely loves her teachers, the classes, and the supportive environment.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 4 mentions

“Christi and the whole team pour so much love into this studio, and it shows in every smile, every recital, and every little moment in between.”

serious pre-professional training 4 mentions

“But beyond the choreography and recitals, and competitions it’s the environment that truly sets this company apart.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 3 mentions

“From her very first toddler class to competitively dancing she now participates in, every step has been filled with care, encouragement, and professional guidance.”

From the reviews

StarMakers Dance Company isn’t just a dance studio — it’s truly our second home. 💜 My daughter started dancing there when she was only 3 years old, and over the years she’s experienced everything StarMakers has to offer: dance, tumble, after-school programs, summer camp, Irish, and even Outreach.

★★★★★ — Lindsay, Oct 2025

As a parent, watching your child grow into themselves is one of life’s greatest joys — and for the past 8 years, SMDC has been an essential part of that journey for my daughter.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Sep 2025

✨ 5 stars — A studio that feels like home ✨ This studio holds such a special place in my heart—I grew up dancing here for 10+ wonderful years, and now watching my own daughter twirl her way through those same halls brings me so much joy.

★★★★★ — The, Sep 2025

SDMC is more than just an awesome dance studio…it’s a family. Our daughter is in her third year at the studio and she has learned so much already. My family and I feel as through she has grown so much as a person and as a dancer. The staff are creative, supportive, and are just good people.

★★★★★ — Ashten, Oct 2025

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Your first ballet class at StarMakers 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 StarMakers Dance Company

87 Hickory Hill Dr, Inman, SC29349

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