Be the Light Music & Dance Company
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Best Ballet Classes in Jacksonville, FL
18 schools listed · 9 in Jacksonville · 7 open weekends · all 18 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ballet Arts Centre
“Not only are the instructors amazing, the support I've recoeved from my classmates is incredible.”
Alius Dance School
“We're so thankful to have found this dance school and look forward to watching our daughter grow in skills and love of dance at Alius.”
Barbara Thompson School-Dance
“Best place in jacksonville if you want to teach your little one to dance”
Florida Ballet At Jacksonville
“I've also watched a lot of their company's shows and they were really entertaining and well executed.”
Saltmarsh Dance of Jacksonville
“Perfect place for parents as lots of places to park, and while student is dancing can go to coffee shops or grab a bite at near by restaurants.”
The 18 schools listed for Jacksonville, FL teach ballet. Whether a school follows a graded syllabus, and which ages it takes, comes from what it publishes itself; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Jacksonville, FL
9 of the 18 schools we list are based in Jacksonville; the other 9 serve Jacksonville from towns including St. Augustine (37 mi), Fleming Island (16 mi) and Green Cove Springs (21 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 443 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews. 7 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR). 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 67 years. We have a website on file for 17 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
How do I ask about joining a ballet class partway through?
15 of the 18 schools list an email address. Mid-year entry depends on the grade and on what the class has already covered, so write with your child's age and experience and let the school suggest a level rather than guessing one yourself.
North Florida Ballet Theatre
“Missy and all of her wonderful teachers truly care about and love every single student and strive to make them the best dancers they can be.”
Baggs Studio of Ballet
“Peggy is such a great instructor and the adult ballet classes are amazing!”
Monet School of Ballet
“I appreciate the fact that Leah believes a strong understanding in ballet technique is the foundation for all forms of dance.”
Asbury Arts Center/North FL Dance Ctr.
“We were also able to take care of everything online and through texts which is incredibly convenient.”
Grace Conservatory of Dance
“Both of my daughters started at this studio when they were 2 and we have loved every minute and have loved becoming part of the grace conservatory family!”
Middleburg Academy of Dance
“My son loves it here, he is excited to keep practicing even when not at the studio to get better every day and show his teachers his progress every day!”
Heather Loveland Dance Academy
“My daughter just started a class and I can already see how great they are.”
The Dancehouse & Co.
“We were able to try all of the classes in the beginning of the year and truly know and decide the best dance schedule that's tailored for each of our daughters.”
All-Starz Dance Studio
“Went out of their way for us when we missed a recital.”
Zoika's Dance
“Zoika is one that I thank for providing such outstanding instruction and training to help get her where she is now.”
Lisa Allen's Dance Works
“My daughter has danced there for 6 years and we wouldn't be any other place.”
Showtime USA
“Their dances are amazing and so creative and the parents are always praising how they're treated like family.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Jacksonville
- “My daughter loves Monet School of Ballet! My daughter has learned a lot in the past 7 months and has grown technically in the area of ballet.” — from a review of Monet School of Ballet
- “I know absolutely nothing about ballet but the beginner class if perfect because they work with me every step of the way.” — from a review of Alius Dance School
- “Professional faculty with excellent training and a love for the art of ballet and the art of coaching dancers with positive energy.” — from a review of Florida Ballet At Jacksonville
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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