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Uptown Ballet Academy
4.3 ★★★★☆ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in New York, New York
Plan your first class
- Website & schedule uptownballetacademy.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My child has been dancing at UBA for the past 3 years, we've seen her grow in her confidence and love of dance.”
“My daughter has been at Uptown Ballet Academy for a year and a half taking pre-ballet.”
What families & students say
“She provides exceptional ballet instruction, with careful attention to technique and musicality.”
“My kids both love their classes there, and are learning SO much.”
“For my son who was never interested in team sports, dance has been a vehicle by which he has built up his confidence and has discovered his own strengths and talents.”
“For my son who was never interested in team sports, dance has been a vehicle by which he has built up his confidence and has discovered his own strengths and talents.”
From the reviews
Both our children have been attending classes at Uptown Ballet Academy for nearly 8 years! My son started in ballet and then moved on to a contemporary class that made him feel excited about dance at a new level. At the time the class was a group of about 6 boys who went on to dance together for several years.
Our daughter loves taking ballet here. Of all the activities we do, it’s by far her favorite, she looks forward to class each week. And we love the thoughtful touches like the stickers she gets at the end of each class.
Our 4 year old daughter has been taking ballet with Ms. Jackie since the summer and absolutely loves it! Ms. Jackie is patient and caring and great with her students. We highly recommend Uptown Ballet Academy!
My child has been dancing at UBA for the past 3 years, we've seen her grow in her confidence and love of dance.
Your first ballet class at Uptown Ballet 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.
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