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The Dancer Project
4.8 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Ballet school in Goodlettsville, Tennessee
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
The programs they offer
“My daughter spent most of her childhood years training at the largest ballet school in Nashville, yet her desire to continue training with them decreased over time.”
“This is where I have taken little milestones such as wearing my first tutu to big milestones such as my first time en pointe!”
“Our daughter has danced with several different ballet schools over the last 7 years, and her experience here at The Dancer Project Conservatory has been her (and our) favorite.”
What families & students say
“I danced at The Dancer Project Conservatory for about 6 years and I have gotten to experience so many fulfilling moments there with close friends and amazing teachers.”
“She loves the challenge and training in the correct technique.”
“From the time that she started, everyone was very welcoming and accepting and the Instructors were very kind and helpful with corrections for her.”
“My daughter fell in love with dancing again, because Ms Jen treats and cares for every student like they are part of her family.”
“From the time that she started, everyone was very welcoming and accepting and the Instructors were very kind and helpful with corrections for her.”
“My daughter loves being able to perform in the studio’s yearly Nutcracker and spring ballet and participate in community events, too.”
From the reviews
My daughter has danced at a few different places in a couple of cities and hands-down, TDPC has been the best by a mile. Jen has built a studio which meshes a warm, nurturing environment with the highest quality of instruction. Every dancer is respected, included and cared about.
My daughter has been studying at The Dancer Project Conservatory for 2.5 years and my only regret is that we didn’t discover Ms. Jen and her studio sooner! My daughter (now 13) has absolutely blossomed as a dancer. Jen and her instructors are thoughtful, kind, and professional.
It is very rare to find a place where one gets great dance instruction, alongside a nurturing environment, and a great sense of community. The teacher/owner (Jennifer Drake) exudes so much love for all her students. She goes above and beyond to get to know each student.
Our daughter has danced with several different ballet schools over the last 7 years, and her experience here at The Dancer Project Conservatory has been her (and our) favorite. She loves the challenge and training in the correct technique. She comes home energized because it is equal parts challenging and FUN. Ms.
Your first ballet class at The Dancer Project
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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