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The Conservatory at Wilkes University
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Ballet school in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Plan your first class
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Phone +1 570-408-4426
- Website & schedule wilkes.edu — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“I danced here as a child, and now my daughters get to learn the same classical technique and discipline in a nurturing, supportive environment.”
“It has been amazing to watch my daughter grow and expand her skills and most recently obtained her first pointe shoes.”
“If you are looking for a dance studio that balances technical excellence with a nurturing environment, The Ballet Center at Wilkes Conservatory is truly unparalleled.”
What families & students say
“The instructors are knowledgeable, caring, and deeply committed to proper technique and tradition.”
“I danced here as a child, and now my daughters get to learn the same classical technique and discipline in a nurturing, supportive environment.”
“A wonderful ballet studio with a warm, welcoming environment.”
“My daughter feels safe, confident, and excited to learn ballet every week!”
“If you are looking for a dance studio that balances technical excellence with a nurturing environment, The Ballet Center at Wilkes Conservatory is truly unparalleled.”
“We are so happy to have found this center that does 2 performances a year (The Nutcracker and a Spring ballet).”
From the reviews
This is such a great ballet studio with a awesome atmosphere of people and striving for success!! It feels like a home to me!
If you are looking for a dance studio that balances technical excellence with a nurturing environment, The Ballet Center at Wilkes Conservatory is truly unparalleled. The teaching staff here is, quite simply, phenomenal.
My daughter attends ballet classes here. This is a great studio if you are looking high quality classical ballet classes. They do 2 classical ballet performances a year including The Nutcracker. And they have been in business for over 40 years.
This ballet school holds a very special place in my heart. I danced here as a child, and now my daughter is lucky enough to dance here as well. They have been a part of the community for over 40 years, teaching classical ballet while also instilling discipline, confidence, and grace in their students.
Your first ballet class at The Conservatory at Wilkes University
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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