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Turning Pointe - A Dance Studio

4.7 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Ballet school in Longwood, Florida

Ballet school Free trial Adult classes Kids & teens Pointe Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
  • Ages classes for ages 2–13 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Class price classes around $15 — many studios bill by term or month instead, so ask about tuition and any trial rate
  • 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
  • Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 407-862-5500
  • Website & schedule turningpointedance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3:30–7:30 pm
Tuesday 3:30–7:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30–7:30 pm
Thursday 3:30–7:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 Turning Pointe - A Dance Studio, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 29 mentions

“I now teach here and couldn’t be more grateful to share my passion for dance to this generation of children in such a safe, clean, happy, family environment.”

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🩰 Pointe 19 mentions

“We came to Turning Pointe – A Dance Studio from another local studio because we wanted a more advanced, competitive studio with a strong focus on technique.”

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☀️ Summer Intensives

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 48 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🩰 strong technique & training 2 mentions

“We came to Turning Pointe – A Dance Studio from another local studio because we wanted a more advanced, competitive studio with a strong focus on technique.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Danielle, all the teachers, and the staff are amazing, talented, extremely encouraging, and so welcoming.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 4 mentions

“My daughter has not only grown as a dancer but a confident young person and that is due to the hard work, dedication, and loving/ safe environment Danielle and the staff provides.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 27 mentions

“The studio truly feels like a family, and the teachers are not only incredibly skilled but also have strong educational backgrounds that shine through in the way they teach.”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 4 mentions

“I've been affiliated with this studio for years and without a doubt is one of the most dedicated and talented group of professionals in this State.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 5 mentions

“I can't recommend it enough—such an amazing place for kids to build confidence and lifelong memories through the art of dance!”

From the reviews

Turning Point- A Dance Studio is my daughter’s home away from home. She has been dancing here for the last 8 years and has loved every minute of it. Danielle, all the teachers, and the staff are amazing, talented, extremely encouraging, and so welcoming.

★★★★★ — Christi, Feb 2025

My daughter (6) has been dancing at Turning Pointe for two years now, and it has truly become a second home for our family. The teachers and staff are not only incredibly warm and supportive, but they also care deeply about the well-being and growth of each child.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Feb 2025

I started dancing at Turning Pointe at the age of 2 and 24 years later I still call this dance studio my home. Every single Turning Pointe teacher especially Ms. Danielle has prepared me with everything I have needed to dance at the collegiate level, fsu Golden Girls dance team and now professionally.

★★★★★ — Kelli, Feb 2025

My daughter has danced under Danielle’s leadership for the past 10 years. Owning several businesses myself , the hard part about google reviews is you can be former employees or customers that feel they can say anything that is simply not true.

★★★★★ — Craig, Feb 2025

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Adult ballet at Turning Pointe - A Dance Studio

Turning Pointe - A Dance Studio 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 Turning Pointe - A Dance 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.

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 Turning Pointe - A Dance Studio

145 Wekiva Springs Rd #145, Longwood, FL32779

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