Millpond Dance
“Both myself and my son have been taking dance classes there for a year now and it has been such a great experience!”
Best Dance Classes in Cary, NC
15 studios listed · 12 in Cary · 1 open 24/7 · 11 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Graceful Expressions
“We've enjoyed the variety of classes available for his age group (5 y/o pre-K) which means he's been able to explore various teachers and forms of dance including tap, ballet, hip hop, and tumbling.”
Premier School of Dance
“Watching my girls evolve as dancers has been remarkable, but the camaraderie that these dancers and teachers share is absolutely priceless.”
Taal Harmony School of Dance
“These ladies know how to make us sweat while sharing their enthusiasm and passion for dance!”
Tutu School Cary
“The teacher is wonderful and so patient with them and really makes it fun to hold their attention.”
Triangle Academy of Dance
“Would definitely recommend this place for an ambitious ballerina looking for professional learning.”
The 15 studios listed for Cary, NC teach dance. Which styles and age groups each one runs comes from what it publishes on its own site; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Cary, NC
12 of the 15 studios we list are based in Cary; the other 3 serve Cary from Morrisville (4 mi), Apex (5 mi) and Raleigh (10 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 3.4 to 5.0 across 721 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (86%) and communication (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "patient". 1 is open around the clock; 11 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 76 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
How are the dance studios on this page rated?
13 of the 15 studios on this page are rated 4.5 or higher. Dance reviews are worth reading rather than counting, because they tend to say a lot about communication, fees and how a studio treats a child who is struggling.
Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Cary
“They also offer other activities and events we can participate in outside our lessons to give us more practice with our dance moves and fun.”
International Ballet Academy
“Amazing instructors, not overpriced, and friendly staff.”
All American Youth Programs
“My son has recently started karate with Master Jon and Dave and is really enjoying it.”
Cary Dance Productions
“She also loved the beautiful costumes for the year end recital where she got to perform on the big stage!”
Somos Mambo Dance Company
“Great dance company that cares about their dancers”
Boys Ballet Summer Intensive
“Highly respected instructors, low student to instructor ratio,encouraging staff and directors makes for quality training in a supportive environment.”
Indigo Bollywood Dance Academy
“She has developed a love for this style of music and dance and it has also helped her overcome her shyness.”
North Carolina Dance Institute
“The environment is very welcoming and all of the instructors always seem excited to be there and engaged with their students.”
Starpath Dance Academy
“Starpath Dance Academy is fun, the teachers are super friendly and make learning dance a great experience.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Cary
- “My daughter has grown so much since joining - not just in her dance skills, but in confidence too.” — from a review of Taal Harmony School of Dance
- “I love that they provide not just technical dance education, but also instill a love of dance and movement, develop self-confidence, and provide a supportive environment for the kids to grow every year.” — from a review of Graceful Expressions
- “The teachers genuinely love their dancers. My daughter has been dancing with them for 5 years and has learned and grown so much at Premier.” — from a review of Premier School of Dance
- “They care for the children like family and teach with the dancer’s development at the forefront.” — from a review of Triangle Academy of Dance
- “I've enjoyed my time learning ballroom dance so far and look forward to continuing!” — from a review of Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Cary
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
Is this page useful? Yes
No
Is there anything wrong with this page?
Dance Classes near Cary
Popular in Cary
, NCGuides: Dance Classes
Are Extracurricular Activities Tax Deductible? (2026)
Extracurricular Activities for an Autistic Child
How Many Extracurricular Activities Is Too Many for Kids?
How Much Does Competitive Dance Cost? A Season Budget
Should I Let My Child Quit? A Parent's Decision Guide
What Age Should Kids Start Sports and Lessons?