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United Dance Arts

4.4 ★★★★☆ 26 Google reviews · Ballet school in Valparaiso, Indiana

Free trial Kids & teens Pointe

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
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 219-617-0725
  • Website & schedule uniteddancearts.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 3:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 3:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 3:30–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–1 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 United Dance Arts, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 25 mentions

“My daughter’s skills have progressed immensely and their amazing Holiday & Summer recitals/shows are a testament to all the coaches hard work.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 2 mentions

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 26 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 caring, skilled teachers 5 mentions

“Lia is an amazing instructor and has truly gotten to know my daughter and our family.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Everyone at UDA was incredibly welcoming, and the studio itself is so comfortable and cozy!”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 2 mentions

“We are treated as family and my daughter has gained confidence, discipline and a love for ballet.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 18 mentions

“Melina and the team has treated us like family and provide routines my girls can always look forward to.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 9 mentions

“My daughter’s skills have progressed immensely and their amazing Holiday & Summer recitals/shows are a testament to all the coaches hard work.”

clean, beautiful studio 3 mentions

“They handled everything from set up, goodie bags, the activity and clean up.”

From the reviews

Both of my daughters have been through various UDA programs and classes over the past 4 years. Melina and the team has treated us like family and provide routines my girls can always look forward to. I was looking at other studios around Valpo, but this is by far the best facility.

★★★★★ — Constantine, Oct 2022

We love everything about UDA. My daughter takes a weekly tumbling class and she loves it. The instructor Lea, is kind and a very skilled instructor. She make the class fun for the kids which hasn't always been our experience when taking gymnastics elsewhere.

★★★★★ — Kelly, Oct 2022

We have had the absolute best experience at UDA! We moved to Valparaiso in January 2025 and were hoping to find a structured dance studio for our 5 year old daughter to continue doing the thing she loves - and we definitely found it!

★★★★★ — Macy, May 2025

My daughter has danced at United for 7 years now and I couldn't ask for a more supportive studio! We are treated as family and my daughter has gained confidence, discipline and a love for ballet. Miss Susan is the absolute best and is a great role model for young girls!

★★★★★ — Kimly, Feb 2023

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Your first ballet class at United Dance Arts

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 United Dance Arts

2759 W Morthland Dr, Valparaiso, IN46385

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