Best Dance Studios for Columbus Kids

Since 1978, BalletMet has grown to rank among the nation’s 20 largest ballet companies. Find classes for all skill levels, from recreational to professional company. Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, character, modern and performance ensemble.

Classes culminate with the spring recital for the Student Division (ages 8+). The Children's Division (ages 3-7) showcase their skills during class with special in-studio showings. Other offerings include the Nutcracker, and summer programs.

Katie G.:  Columbus Dance Theatre offers dance classes for boys and girls as young as 3-years-old. Children can choose from creative movement, pre-ballet, into to ballet, ballet and dance, which includes jazz and modern dance. Choose from classes at the downtown or Bexley locations.

Ages: 3+

Cost: From $185 per session / $550 annually

Nancy L.:  Leap of Faith Dance Studio strives to serve dancers of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. They believe that every dancer has a gift and they will help kids find and nurture that gift. Choose from classes in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, lyrical, modern, hip hop, and liturgical. Their current class schedule, pricing, registration, and dress code are listed here. Kids classes are available starting at 3.5 yrs old.

Brittany Kozielski:  A modern twist on dance! CoMo is open for classes different days of the week. There are all different levels of dance at this company. They offer classes for kids 4-9, ages 10-13, ages 14-18, even adults.

Brittany Kozielski:  Artisan Dance Studio strives to create a positive dance experience, to help the dancer to feel free and feel bold. They offer enthusiastic teachers that keep kids engaged. The studio offers a wide variety of classes but specializes in ballet. You should be able to find a class to fit your schedule needs.

Brittany Kozielski:  K Studio is a creative and innovative studio. They keep ballet at the center of everything they do but offer jazz, hip hop, tap and contemporary. Classes are offered for starting at age 3 through adult. K has a competitive team that travels around the country to different competitions.

You can view their schedule here.

Founded in 1986, the Columbus Youth Ballet Academy provides classical ballet training for children, from beginner to pre-professional levels. Classes begin at age 3 and include ballet, pointe, modern, tap, and street jazz. Programs begin in August and continue through the Spring recital. Other offerings include the Nutcracker and summer weekly workshops and intensives for students ages 9 and up.

Nancy L.:  Celebrating 40 years of excellence, Pinnell Dance Centre offers students the chance to enjoy recreational dancing, build skills, and improve confidence. Others who participate in classes are serious dancers who may pursue a professional career. The team at Pinnell says that its students have performed on Broadway and in professional touring companies. Pinnell welcomes kids as young as age 2. Check out their classes today!

Brittany Kozielski:  Love Irish dance? This is a spectacular place to learn all the special steps and jigs. Classes are available for ages 3 to adult. Their Celtic Nutcracker is a must-see. You can register online for classes or camps.

Brittany Kozielski:  Judy Dollenmayer is a long lasting dance studio that has so much to offer their clients. There is a wide variety of classes; ballet, jazz, hip hop, music theater and many more.

Brittany Kozielski:  This is a great and well established dance studio that is sure to fit your needs. Columbus Dance Centre offers a wide variety of dance styles including but not limited to: jazz, hip hop, ballet, DanceSport, and zumbatomic. There are several different classes going on at a time so if you have more than one child in class you should be able to work out a schedule so you won't have to spend hours at the studio. The center also offers a no pressure dance recital at the end of the season. Their recitals are broken into two so they aren't too long and thus still enjoyable for the spectators.

Brittany Kozielski:  Dublin Dance Centre & Gymnastics offers a wide variety of art forms to study. Classes are offered from 2.5 yrs up through adult. Classes are divided based upon age and level of skill and run from fall to spring. There is an 8 week summer program available, or even try a summer camp. There are also classes offered for those with special needs. These classes will help to develop your child's cognitive and physical skills.

Katie G.:  Seven Dance Academy offers kids a fun, friendly and safe way to learn dance. From beginner level to advanced, the primary focus at Seven Dance Academy is ballet. Classes in tap, jazz, hip hop and gymnastics are also offered for kids ages 2-1/2 to 16+.

Katie G.:  Columbus DanceArts Academy offers classes for kids as young as 2 all the way through adults. Classes are offered in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical/contemporary, modern and pointe. Taught by professional and experienced instructors, all classes are age and level appropriate and taught in a positive learning environment.

Ages: 2+

Cost: Tuition from $43/month

Katie G.:  Revolution Dance helps girls and boys foster their love of dancing. From beginner to advanced, Revolution Dance lets dancers achieve their goals in a positive environment while strengthening their character. Classes offered include ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, combination, gymnastics and more.

Ages: 3+