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Turning Pointe Academy

5 ★★★★★ 4 Google reviews · Ballet school in West Lafayette, Indiana

Ballet school Kids & teens Pointe New

Plan your first class

  • Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 765-771-7070
  • Website & schedule turning-pointe-academy.weebly.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 4–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 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 Turning Pointe Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 3 mentions

“They are so inclusive for all populations and the owner has lots of experience working with children on the ASD spectrum!”

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From the reviews

What an amazing group of individuals working to support all kids. I cannot say enough amazing things about the staff and ownership here. We feel so blessed to be apart of this studio. There’s truly something for every child that wants to have a place to belong in dance or exercise.

★★★★★ — Amber, Feb 2026

This dance studio is amazing! They are so inclusive for all populations and the owner has lots of experience working with children on the ASD spectrum!

★★★★★ — Sean, Feb 2026

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Your first ballet class at Turning Pointe Academy

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 Academy

3324 Klondike Rd Ste E, West Lafayette, IN47906

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