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The Dance Center

4.5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Dedham, Massachusetts

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 781-326-1565
  • Website & schedule thedancecenterdedham.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3–9 pm
Tuesday 3–9 pm
Wednesday 3–9 pm
Thursday 3–9 pm
Friday 3–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–5 pm
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 The Dance Center, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 25 mentions

“We are so grateful for everyone there including the teachers, staff and other dancer's for being so kind to us and teaching our children to dance!”

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 26 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I am a working mom and a new parent for the first time later in life - they were terrific with me and my daughter.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“The Dance Center has been amazing, my daughter loves the teachers & classes. We love the fun community the school creates from theme days to mailing letters to Santa.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 17 mentions

“Alison, has not only learned dance techniques, but she has also experienced significant growth in her confidence, coordination, and social skills.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“The dance school held recital in a new place last year and there was an issue with lack of volunteers for my daughter's age group.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“Alison, has not only learned dance techniques, but she has also experienced significant growth in her confidence, coordination, and social skills.”

From the reviews

My family has been with TDC since 2009. My son danced here first for 5 years when he was in preschool. My daughter started dancing before she was 2. This is her 8th year and she is on the competition team. This studio is so much more than just a dance school. They teach life lessons not just dance steps.

★★★★★ — Chloe, Oct 2019

The Dance Center is wonderful. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The teachers give their all to the students. Each child is shown so much love and attention as they get involved in dance class. I am so happy that I chose such a special place for my daughter to learn dance. I am now a DANCE MOM🤗

★★★★★ — Anayah, Apr 2023

My daughter loves Ballet. The school is awesome. I am a working mom and a new parent for the first time later in life - they were terrific with me and my daughter. They answered my questions, were willing to see if she liked it before we committed. Tanya and the people who run the school are awesome!

★★★★★ — Mary, Jan 2012

Amazing studio, with knowledgeable teachers who can work with any level child. They really bring so much fun and real technical teaching to everything they do.

★★★★★ — Jayce, Mar 2022

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Your first ballet class at The Dance Center

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 The Dance Center

306 Whiting Ave, Dedham, MA02026

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