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Ballet classes in Edison, NJ
Ballet
Ballet is the classical foundation of almost every dance style. Dancers learn graceful steps, balance, and posture, practiced at a wooden barre and then across the room. Each step has a French name, so ballet also builds memory and a new vocabulary.
If you know…Bharatanatyam or Chinese classical dance, ballet will feel familiar: precise positions, strong posture, and years of steady, disciplined progress.
What ballet builds
Strong bodies and calm focus
- Posture and core strengthDancers learn to stand tall and move with control
- Balance and flexibility
- Focus and listeningFollowing directions one step at a time
- A base for every other styleJazz, contemporary, and acro all start here
Where to take ballet at ADS
| Age | Class |
|---|---|
| 18 mo – 5 | Twinkle Stars Ballet & Tap Combo |
| 6 – 13 | Junior Dancers |
| 10 – 17 | Preteen & Teen Program |
| Adults | Say Yes Beginner Ballet, Tuesdays 8:30 PM |
Ballet at ADS
From first slippers to pointe shoes
Ballet students build strength and grace year after year. Advanced dancers rise onto pointe, and guest ballet artists visit to share their craft with our students.
Ballet questions parents ask
What age can my child start ballet?
Preschoolers start in our Ballet & Tap Combo, and toddlers can begin even earlier with Mommy & Me.
Does my child need experience?
No. Every class meets dancers at their level, and the $39 trial is the easiest way to start.
Can adults take beginner ballet?
Yes. Our Say Yes adult ballet class meets Tuesdays at 8:30 PM and welcomes total beginners.