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Studio E School of Dance
4.8 ★★★★★ 109 Google reviews · Ballet school in Forest Hills, New York
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (718) 264-0100
- Website & schedule studioe.net — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–1:30 PM |
The programs they offer
“You can't beat the value, quality, professionalism, and warmth; the school even offers discounted rates to enrolled students' parents to take open adult classes.”
“My daughter started this year she loved the dance studio but unfortunately due to covid we were forced to switch to zoom.”
“My daughter has taken pre-ballet, ballet, and tap with Studio E.”
“She has participated in several genres of dance @ Studio E: hip hop, ballet, jazz, tap, pointe and contemporary to name a few.”
What families & students say
“They are well trained in their craft, caring and supportive with both students and their parents.”
“They had open level classes that changed depending on the students who showed up and teachers who still challenged you even if you were just a beginner.”
“My daughter started this year she loved the dance studio but unfortunately due to covid we were forced to switch to zoom.”
“Studio E gave my daughter the skills and confidence to be accepted into Laguardia High School for dance.”
“The annual recitals were exciting and fun to watch; they were impressive to adoring parents and all in attendance, which speaks to the quality of instruction.”
“You can't beat the value, quality, professionalism, and warmth; the school even offers discounted rates to enrolled students' parents to take open adult classes.”
From the reviews
We love Studio E! My daughter has taken pre-ballet, ballet, and tap with Studio E. We have been very happy with our experience. They’re very organized and thorough in all aspects of the classes and business side of things.
My daughter started at Studio E when she was 3 years old, now she is 8 years old. The staff is diligent, efficient and very friendly. My daughter loves to dance. She was part of the Nutcracker in 2018 and 2019. She was on the Disney parade during the summer of 2019.
I loved every second of being a part of Studio E. There is so much love and friendship flowing throughout the studio. Studio E was our happy place growing up and we wish we could stay there forever. Studio E gave my daughter the skills and confidence to be accepted into Laguardia High School for dance.
My daughter has been dancing with Studio E since she was 3 years old. She’s now 13 and it’s like a second home for her. This studio changed her life, it’s given her the skills and confidence to become a great dancer.
Adult ballet at Studio E School of Dance
Studio E School of Dance runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at Studio E School 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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