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The Philadelphia Dance Academy - Main Line
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Ballet school in Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Plan your first class
- 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 +1 215-922-2422
- Website & schedule philadelphiadanceacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–6 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been dancing at PDA since she was 3 and she has always been extremely well trained and supported by the staff.”
What families & students say
“PDA strikes this incredible balance of rigor and care, attending with precision to the development of technique while also fostering a wonderfully supportive community.”
“My kids' sense of confidence has grown with each class and I appreciate how the teachers nurture each student's love of dance and artistic expression.”
“The dance instruction is top notch, the care for students is so steadfast, and the community is super supportive, all while celebrating rigor and the pursuit of excellence.”
“They also offer a great Nutcracker performance which is optional (all students!”
“When they were forced to send everyone remote the communication was great and joining class was a breeze.”
“My kids' sense of confidence has grown with each class and I appreciate how the teachers nurture each student's love of dance and artistic expression.”
From the reviews
If mimicry is the best form or flattery, then our little one sends many compliments to Ms Sabrina! Things we adore about ballet at PDA: -Lovely small class size. -Techniques are tailored for age group. -Good variety of useful and foundational skills to build upon and demonstrate/practice at home.
We love PDA! The teachers' kindness, dedication, and creativity are above and beyond. All three of my children have enjoyed different programs PDA offers and now we love the beautiful new space in Ardmore.
PDA is a magical place. Our daughter has grown immensely in her time here, as both a dancer and a young person. PDA strikes this incredible balance of rigor and care, attending with precision to the development of technique while also fostering a wonderfully supportive community.
My daughter has been dancing with PDA for four years now, and I highly recommend this studio! The training is the perfect blend of being highly professional yet very supportive. My daughter adores her instructors, and it has been wonderful to see my student's growth over the years.
Your first ballet class at The Philadelphia Dance Academy - Main Line
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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