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The Grand New York Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Ballet school in Scarsdale, New York
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 914-615-3982
- Website & schedule grandnyb.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9–11 am, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–11 am, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 9–11 am, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9–11 am, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 9–11 am, 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–6:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–6:30 pm |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been going here for about 2 years now and she has been increasingly improving ballet skills.”
“My student found the floor a little slippery on pointe, and the owner came with a rosin spray so quickly after a phone call.”
What families & students say
“Aya Tajimi ballet studio is a professional and friendly environment for all students who want to learn ballet.”
“Aya has instilled confidence, leadership, poise, athleticism and of course, ballet skills with her.”
From the reviews
I rented this studio for a 3-hour private ballet and coaching session, and we were very happy with the space. My student found the floor a little slippery on pointe, and the owner came with a rosin spray so quickly after a phone call. Thank you so much!
I love Ms. Aya Tajimi’s Gyrotonic workouts! The fluid movements and gentle resistance have helped me unlock a new level of flexibility and strength. Unlike traditional workouts, Gyrotonic focuses on holistic movement patterns, leaving me feeling refreshed and energized after each session. Ms.
We have both our daughters taking classes at the Grand New York Ballet. Ms. Aya is an amazing person and teacher. Our oldest daughter started with her when she was three years old. Ms. Aya has instilled confidence, leadership, poise, athleticism and of course, ballet skills with her. Ms.
Aya Tajimi ballet studio is a professional and friendly environment for all students who want to learn ballet. I extremely recommend ATBS(Aya Tajimi ballet studio)Ms Aya is talented, passionate and lovely. Ms Aya always cares and encourages her students and the atmosphere is so warm.
Adult ballet at The Grand New York Ballet
The Grand New York Ballet runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at The Grand New York Ballet
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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