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Synergy Dance Collective

4.9 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Ballet school in Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Ballet school Kids & teens Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
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  • Phone +1 843-237-7465
  • Website & schedule synergydancesc.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–8 pm
Tuesday 3–8 pm
Wednesday 3–8 pm
Thursday 3–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–10 am
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 Synergy Dance Collective, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 11 mentions

“The owner and principal teacher Kristina Shively is a former professional dancer and trained ballerina with young children of her own now.”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 31 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Everyone at Synergy Dance Collective is so welcoming and kind, including the dancers!”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 16 mentions

“An incredible space to train and grow as not only an artist and mover- Synergy Dance Collective is the perfect family environment to acquire skills that extend far beyond dance.”

serious pre-professional training 2 mentions

“The studio fosters team spirit and aims to prepare dancers with the tools for a professional career.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 5 mentions

“The owner and principal teacher Kristina Shively is a former professional dancer and trained ballerina with young children of her own now.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“Students who train here regardless of age will learn about teamwork, self respect and respect for others, accountability, consistency, and self discipline.”

From the reviews

An incredible space to train and grow as not only an artist and mover- Synergy Dance Collective is the perfect family environment to acquire skills that extend far beyond dance.

★★★★★ — Samuel, May 2023

The most welcoming and supportive studio! The faculty truly cares about the dancers and is focused on helping them in achieving their goals. Every dancer is given equal opportunities no matter their background or previous experiences.

★★★★★ — Virginia, Jul 2025

Synergy Dance Collective is a nurturing and encouraging dance environment with many opportunities for students. The owner and principal teacher Kristina Shively is a former professional dancer and trained ballerina with young children of her own now. The studio continues to grow and I cant recommend it enough!

★★★★★ — Betsy, May 2025

Kristina is hands down one of the best teachers!! She is so loving and nurturing to all of the kids!

★★★★★ — Kayla, May 2023

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Your first ballet class at Synergy Dance Collective

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 Synergy Dance Collective

97 Otis Dr, Pawleys Island, SC29585

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