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Virginia Beach Ballet Academy

5 ★★★★★ 11 Google reviews · Ballet school in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

Hours

Monday 4:30–8 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 4:30–7:30 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 am–3:15 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 Virginia Beach Ballet Academy, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 4 mentions

“We switched my daughter to VBBA from another well known studio, and I must say it's fantastic!”

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How they train

The training methods and syllabi Virginia Beach Ballet Academy teaches, drawn from their own info and students' reviews — the quickest way to tell how a studio approaches classical technique.

Methods are mined from the studio's own info and reviews — they tell you the approach, not a formal certification or exam board. If a specific syllabus matters to you, confirm it with the studio before enrolling.

What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 11 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“Ms Anna is patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping each child grow in both skill and confidence.”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 2 mentions

“Her ballet growth, performance and elegance has improved so much thanks to the teachings from Mrs.”

💪 builds confidence & discipline 2 mentions

“Ms Anna is patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping each child grow in both skill and confidence.”

From the reviews

Tucked away in a quiet corner, only ten minutes from Town Center, is the most amazing ballet training we’ve ever experienced. The director of Virginia Beach Ballet Academy, Ana Maria Martinez, with her Cuban ballet roots, comes from a long line of ballet greats; but Ms.

★★★★★ — Summer, Aug 2025

My daughter absolutely loves her ballet class here! Ms Anna is patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping each child grow in both skill and confidence. The classes are structured yet fun, and it’s been wonderful to see her progress while still enjoying every moment.

★★★★★ — Priyam, Sep 2025

We switched my daughter to VBBA from another well known studio, and I must say it's fantastic! Her ballet growth, performance and elegance has improved so much thanks to the teachings from Mrs. Aa Martinez. This is a fine tuning and great introduction to ballet from all experienced levels. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Anthony, Oct 2025

Absolutely the best Classical Ballet Studio in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Ms. Ana Maria Martinez who was herself, classically trained by her mother a Cuban National Ballet dancer and whose uncle was influential as co-director of ABT in NYC, gave her the foundation of her teaching career.

★★★★★ — Ginette, May 2026

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Your first ballet class at Virginia Beach 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.

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 Virginia Beach Ballet Academy

5465 Virginia Beach Blvd #1757, Virginia Beach, VA23462

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