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Ballet & jazz · Ages 4–13 · Sandy, Utah

Ballet Classes in Sandy, Utah

Kids ballet at a family-run studio, from a 4-year-old's very first plié to pre-pointe training. Classes are grouped by age, taught with patience, and every dancer performs on stage each season.

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Young ballet student posing in a red and white costume at Ladu Dance Studio in Sandy, Utah
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  • Ages 4–13Classes grouped by age and level
  • Mon & WedAfter-school class times
  • From $60/monthSimple tuition, sibling discount
  • On stagePerformances every season

Kids ballet classes by age

Three ballet classes, one clear path

Each class builds on the one before it, so your dancer keeps growing season after season. Not sure where they fit? A $15 trial class lets us place them.

Young dancers ages 4 to 6 in yellow tutus at a Ladu showcase

Ages 4–6 · Teddy Bear Combo

Mini Ballet & Jazz

  • Mondays
  • 4:00–4:45 PM
  • Beginners welcome

A joyful first dance class that mixes ballet with jazz. Through games, music, and creative movement, little dancers learn real ballet vocabulary while building balance, coordination, and the listening skills they'll use in every class after this.

  • Ballet positions and first steps
  • Jazz rhythm and energy
  • Balance and coordination
  • Following directions in class
  • Musicality through games
  • A showcase performance

Want twice a week? Add Teddy Bear Ballroom on Wednesdays at 4:00.

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Kids ballet class practicing at Ladu Dance Studio in Sandy, Utah

Ages 7–13

Junior Ballet

  • Mon & Wed
  • 6:15–7:15 PM
  • All levels

Structured classical ballet for dancers ready to grow their technique. Students learn proper terminology and alignment, expand their mastery of foundational steps, and perform on the main stage in storybook ballets, classical repertoire, and contemporary choreography.

  • Barre and center work
  • Turns, jumps, and extensions
  • Ballet terminology
  • Strength and flexibility
  • Stage presence
  • Main-stage performances
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Pre-pointe ballet students practicing port de bras at Ladu Dance Studio in Sandy, Utah

Any age · Teacher approved

Pre-Pointe

  • Any age
  • Teacher approval
  • Pointe preparation

A class for dancers of any age who are getting ready for pointe shoes, with teacher approval. Focused exercises strengthen the feet, ankles, legs, and core while dancers keep refining their technique and artistry. Placement is based on each dancer's ability, strength, readiness, and commitment, so they start pointe safely.

  • Foot and ankle strength
  • Core and alignment
  • Balance on relevé
  • Safe pointe readiness

The Ladu ballet path

From first plié to pointe shoes

Dancers move up when they're ready, not just when they're older. Our teachers track every student's progress and let parents know when it's time for the next step.

  1. Ages 4–6

    Mini Ballet & Jazz

    Love of dance, first positions, and learning how class works.

  2. Ages 7–13

    Junior Ballet

    Real classical technique, twice a week, with main-stage roles.

  3. Teacher approved

    Pre-Pointe

    Strength and control to prepare safely for pointe.

  4. When ready

    Pointe

    The milestone every young ballerina dreams about.

Want to compete? Our Competition Team is by audition.

Inside a ballet class

What happens in a Ladu ballet class

Every class follows the same classical structure, so kids know what to expect and build good habits from day one.

  1. Warm-upStretching and strength to get bodies ready.
  2. BarrePliés, tendus, and positions for alignment.
  3. CenterBalance, port de bras, and adagio.
  4. Across the floorTurns, leaps, and traveling steps.
  5. ChoreographyPerformance routines and the révérence.

Why ballet for kids

What ballet gives your child beyond the dance

Posture & strength

Ballet builds core strength, balance, and posture that help in every sport and activity.

Focus & discipline

The structure of class teaches kids to listen, practice, and see their hard work pay off.

Confidence

Shy dancers find their voice, and performing on stage becomes something they're proud of.

Musicality

Kids learn to hear rhythm and phrasing and to move with the music.

Friendships

Dancing with the same classmates each week creates real friendships inside and outside the studio.

A foundation for every style

Ballet technique makes jazz, ballroom, and every other style easier to learn.

Performances

Every ballet dancer gets their moment on stage

Our ballet students perform in main-stage productions of storybook ballets, classical repertoire, and contemporary choreography. New dancers who join now can still perform in the Winter Showcase on December 18–19.

Ladu dancers on stage at a showcase in Sandy, Utah

Ballet dress code

What to wear to ballet class

Proper dancewear keeps dancers comfortable and lets teachers see alignment and technique. For a trial class, comfortable fitted clothes are fine.

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LeotardBlack or pink
LegsLeggings
ShoesBallet slippers
HairSecure bun, off the face and neck
ArriveDressed and ready for class

2026–2027 tuition

Ballet tuition

Tuition is based on hours per week. Mini Ballet & Jazz is 45 minutes once a week, and Junior Ballet is two hours a week.

  • $15 trial class before you commit
  • 5% off tuition for every sibling after the first
  • August and May are half tuition

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1 hourper week$60/month
2 hoursper week$105/month
3 hoursper week$145/month
4 hoursper week$175/month
5 hoursper week$205/month

Ballet trial class

Try a ballet class for $15.

$15for a full trial class
  • A real ballet class with kids their age
  • We'll recommend the right class and level
  • No long-term commitment
  • A spot for the Winter Showcase if they join

Parent questions

Ballet class FAQs

What age can my child start ballet?

Ballet starts at age 4. Ages 4–6 take Mini Ballet & Jazz in our Monday Teddy Bear Combo class, and ages 7–13 take Junior Ballet on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Does my child need ballet experience?

No. Most new students start with no ballet experience. A $15 trial class lets us see where your child is and place them in the right class.

What should my child wear to ballet?

A black or pink leotard, leggings, and ballet slippers, with hair pulled back securely in a bun and off the face and neck.

How often are ballet classes?

Mini Ballet & Jazz (ages 4–6) meets Mondays from 4:00 to 4:45 PM. Junior Ballet (ages 7–13) meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7:15 PM.

When can my child start pointe?

Pointe depends on strength, technique, and readiness rather than age. Pre-Pointe is open to dancers of any age with teacher approval, so dancers start preparing when they're ready.

Can parents watch ballet class?

Yes. Parents are welcome to watch classes.

Is ballet good for shy kids?

Yes. Ballet's clear structure helps shy kids feel safe, and small classes with patient teachers let them build confidence at their own pace.

Are there performance opportunities?

Yes. Ballet students perform in our seasonal showcases, including the Winter Showcase on December 18–19, with storybook ballets, classical repertoire, and contemporary choreography.

How much do ballet classes cost?

Tuition is based on hours per week, starting at $60 a month for one hour. Siblings after the first get 5% off, and your first trial class is $15.

Looking for partner dancing too? See kids ballroom classes.

Ballet classes in Sandy, Utah

Their first plié starts here.

Book a $15 trial ballet class for ages 4–13. Families come from Sandy, Draper, South Jordan, Midvale, West Jordan, Cottonwood Heights, and Riverton.

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