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The Sarasota Cuban Ballet

4.9 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Ballet school in Sarasota, Florida

Ballet school Adult classes Kids & teens 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
  • Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 941-365-8400
  • Website & schedule srqcubanballet.org — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 9 am–7:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am–7:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am–7:30 pm
Thursday 9 am–7:30 pm
Friday 9 am–8 pm
Saturday 10 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 Sarasota Cuban Ballet, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💃 Adult Ballet 3 mentions

“I tried their adult ballet during my visit in Sarasota.”

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🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“My daughter LOVED her experience with Sarasota Cuban Ballet School.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 27 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 3 mentions

“The instructor is awesome, the class is a great combination of joy and challenge, everyone is very helpful and friendly.”

💃 great for adults 3 mentions

“I tried their adult ballet during my visit in Sarasota.”

From the reviews

I tried their adult ballet during my visit in Sarasota. The instructor Nichole had great technic and gave me some useful personal corrections. Later I found that she was a principal dancer with Sarasota Ballet for many years. I definitely recommend anyone love to dance to try out their adult ballet classes.

★★★★★ — Zuni, Jan 2024

My daughter LOVED her experience with Sarasota Cuban Ballet School. Ms. Wilmian was very kind, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Hope to be able to visit again next time we are in the area. Thank you again!

★★★★★ — Andrew, Dec 2021

An AMAZING school. Both of my kids dance here. WONDERFUL instructors, a great group of kids + a family atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!!!!!!!

★★★★★ — Libby, Jan 2023

We take the adult ballet class and love it! The instructor is awesome, the class is a great combination of joy and challenge, everyone is very helpful and friendly. The school is in a beautiful, prisitine location, with spacious rooms and an uplifting atmosphere. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Nina, Sep 2025

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Adult ballet at The Sarasota Cuban Ballet

The Sarasota Cuban 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.

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Your first ballet class at The Sarasota Cuban 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.

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 Sarasota Cuban Ballet

4740 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL34233

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