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The Louisville Ballet School

4.4 ★★★★☆ 23 Google reviews · Ballet school in Louisville, Kentucky

Ballet school Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe Pre-professional

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (502) 632-5354
  • Website & schedule thelouisvilleballetschool.org — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4:15–8:30 PM
Tuesday 4:15–8:30 PM
Wednesday 4:15–8:30 PM
Thursday 4:15–8:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:45 AM–11:45 PM
Sunday 9:45 AM–1:30 PM

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 Louisville Ballet School, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 3 mentions

“Great facility, kind people.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“Beautiful, moving and memorable performances.”

💃 great for adults 2 mentions

From the reviews

My girls have danced since they were two and this is where I've seen the most unadulterated joy on their faces, period. This is linked directly to the actual Louisville Ballet

★★★★★ — Jj, Jan 2018

I thought the performance was great...have seen it many times. The dancers were tight & did the group dances together/ in zinc. The orchestra which accompanied the dancers were also spectacular. My parents were dancers in Europe for yrs. My father had a company. My father was Robert Iglesias mother Aida Ramirez.

★★★★★ — Aida, Jan 2020

Cultural pass adventure was a good experience but more details should have been provided. Ex. 30 minute classes during blocked time I thought I was going to be late for a 10 am start time so I rushed then found out I could have caught the next time slot. My kiddo had a blast in creative movement course

★★★★☆ — Sidney, Jul 2022

High-quality instruction for dancers of any age and skill level. Whether you're brand new to ballet or a seasoned professional staying on top of your technique during a break, you'll find classes to suit your needs along with a friendly community of hard-working students.

★★★★★ — Asher, Apr 2022

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Adult ballet at The Louisville Ballet School

The Louisville Ballet School runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

Check adult classes on their site

Your first ballet class at The Louisville Ballet School

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 Louisville Ballet School

Second Floor, 4121 Shelbyville Rd Ste 201, Louisville, KY40207

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