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The Academy of Performing Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 169 Google reviews · Ballet school in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 2–18 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (414) 768-0101
- Website & schedule academywi.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“While at the dance competitions there is always someone to help the kids, help with the sets, or just to talk to as the days can get long.”
“My daughter loves to dance and has been having so much fun going to her pre ballet classes.”
What families & students say
“Can’t forget how great Miss Trisha is with all of the students at the front desk!”
“Amy has been an exceptional first dance teacher to help my daughter become more independent and to love dance even more than she already does.”
“Miss Ashley is always smiling and encouraging to all the dancers, always encouraging them to their best and have fun!”
“Heartily recommend this location if you have a young one interested in dance or any of the Performing arts.”
“The studio is very clean and organized and the communication about everything is perfect!”
From the reviews
We have been with APA for 10 years, and we love it.we started with Mommy and Me and are working our way to jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, and poms! If any type of issue has appeared, they have always done their best to resolve it as quickly as possible.
Our daughter has been attending APA dance for just about 5 years and it has been a wonderful experience! The staff is attentive, understanding, and you can tell they really enjoy what they do. Besides attending for dance, our daughter also attends for piano, and our youngest son for voice lessons as well.
My daughters have loved their first year at APA! The Tap & Ballet combo class for 3 and 4 year olds has been a great fit for our little ladies. They are excited to attend every week and have grown throughout the year in skill and confidence.
My daughter has been attending APA for 8+ years now and she still loves it! The teachers are positive and encouraging while still challenging the dancers to improve their skills and technique.
Your first ballet class at The Academy of Performing Arts
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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