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The Pennington Studio
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Ballet school in Pennington, New Jersey
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
- 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 (609) 737-1264
- Website & schedule thepenningtonstudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I love to start my day with the adult class at the Pennington Studio.”
“TPS is more than just dance classes for our children, It’s also such a fun venue for birthday parties and even for Girl Scouts to earn their dance badge.”
What families & students say
“My daughter's ballet skills have blossomed under her instruction and she has an absolute blast dancing with her friends.”
“Our daughter participated in the Kinderdance program for the first time this year, and we plan to continue with other offerings as she grows older.”
“The studio's recitals make for lifelong memories (and include the cutest costumes!”
“I love to start my day with the adult class at the Pennington Studio.”
“The Pennington Studio is pillar of the Pennington community, actively involving community leaders, families, and professionals.”
From the reviews
I couldn't have asked for a better ballet studio in our community, Miss Dawn is incredible with her students. My daughter's ballet skills have blossomed under her instruction and she has an absolute blast dancing with her friends. The studio's recitals make for lifelong memories (and include the cutest costumes!).
Hands down the most well rounded dance studio in the Hopewell/Pennington area! Our family has thrived at TPS for 8+ years. Starting with a mommy and me option for our then 2 year old and now enjoying a well rounded CORE program for our 11 year old, including many genres of dance from ballet/pointe, to jazz, lyrical…
Dawn (Director) and team pour themselves into the growth and development of their students. My daughter has been dancing at the Pennington Studio for three years and gains inspiration not only from these amazing teachers, but also from the mature and dedicated upper level CORE students.
Beginning our fifth year at The Pennington Studio and cannot say enough good things about the experience my daughter is having here! Dawn (Director) and all of the instructors are top notch - professional, caring, and creative. Classes are small enough for each dancer to receive personal attention and instruction.
Adult ballet at The Pennington Studio
The Pennington Studio 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.
Your first ballet class at The Pennington Studio
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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