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The LAB Dance Complex LLC

5 ★★★★★ 5 Google reviews · Ballet school in Poughkeepsie, New York

Kids & teens Pointe

Plan your first class

  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 845-489-0271
  • Website & schedule thelabdancecomplex.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 3–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–2:30 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 LAB Dance Complex LLC, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet

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🌸 Kids Ballet

“Great environment for children and adults with qualified instructors who share their passion for dance.”

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From the reviews

Great environment for children and adults with qualified instructors who share their passion for dance.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Mar 2025

The LAB is a new dance studio. It is very warm and welcoming. The teachers are professionally trained, and amazing with the students. Everyone is happy coming into class and leaving!

★★★★★ — Daniella, Jul 2024

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Your first ballet class at The LAB Dance Complex LLC

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 LAB Dance Complex LLC

2585 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY12601

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