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ValsBallet
4.6 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Ballet school in Greenville, South Carolina
Plan your first class
- 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
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (228) 596-0990
- Website & schedule valsballet.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–8 PM |
| Friday | 1–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–8 PM |
The programs they offer
“I have taken the adult ballet classes for 2 months and have been able to learn and improve my technique greatly as well as obtain roles in an upcoming performance!”
“I take the Ballet Body class on Monday at 7:00pm and the Adult Beginners Ballet Class on Tuesday’s at 7:30pm.”
“The Academy puts on its own performances, sews incredible costumes, and the children also take part in performances with ballet dancers, which further motivates them.”
“Already I’ve gotten to be in the nutcracker and other performances and look forward to working on getting en pointe.”
“It’s smaller, but gives a lot of opportunities for getting personalized attention in being taught or private lessons.”
What families & students say
“All her instructors at the Stage are wonderful to the dancers and the parents.”
“I have taken the adult ballet classes for 2 months and have been able to learn and improve my technique greatly as well as obtain roles in an upcoming performance!”
“I take the Ballet Body class on Monday at 7:00pm and the Adult Beginners Ballet Class on Tuesday’s at 7:30pm.”
“Very kind people and my daughter loves going to her class with them.”
“The lessons take place in a pleasant atmosphere, and the teacher is attentive, kind, professional, and pleasant, which is truly inspiring.”
“The Academy puts on its own performances, sews incredible costumes, and the children also take part in performances with ballet dancers, which further motivates them.”
From the reviews
I cannot say enough positive things about Mr. Val and Mrs. Lana. They both truly care about sharing their love and knowledge of dance with the Fountain Inn and surrounding communities. My son had the privilege of being taught by Mr. Val from a younger age into his teenage years.
The Stage, which is run by “real professionals”, who has instructors that always take time with the children to help develop them at their own pace. The Stage does not play favorites like other locations. It is solely based on talent and drive. My daughter has been dancing since she was three.
When I was first introduced to Mr.Val some years ago now, it was as a most accomplished national and international performer who was going to build on our children’s ballet education with the rigor he himself was taught through… he did and he is… he is courteous and unassuming.
The Stage is a great place to dance, and to learn. It has been years since I have taken ballet, and was excited to find a place I could take private lessons to reacquaint myself with ballet before taking the adult group classes offered. Mr. Val is a wonderful instructor as well as Lana.
Adult ballet at ValsBallet
ValsBallet runs classes for grown-ups, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.
Your first ballet class at ValsBallet
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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