Business Details
Premier Ballet Training in Lexington, SC
We are a premier dance institution dedicated to nurturing young talent through comprehensive ballet education. Our curriculum integrates techniques from the French, Italian, and Russian schools of dance, ensuring versatility and technical excellence. With four studios featuring sprung floors to protect dancers' joints, we prioritize physical well-being alongside artistic development. Our faculty includes internationally trained professionals with decades of combined experience, including Artistic Director Regina Willoughby, an ABT-certified instructor with over 20 years of teaching expertise. We emphasize character development, discipline, and artistic expression, helping students build skills that extend beyond the studio.As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we enrich Lexington County through live performances and community engagement. Our commitment to age-appropriate training, modesty, and positive body image creates a supportive environment where children thrive. With two decades of operation, we've become a trusted institution for families seeking quality dance education. Our annual productions showcase student growth while maintaining professional standards that delight audiences. We take pride in maintaining strong relationships with families, many of whom have been part of our dance community for over a decade.
Services
Ballet Classes
Preschool Dance
Youth Ensemble
Performance Training
Summer Intensive
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of professional dance instruction from certified experts
- Our studios feature sprung floors for joint protection and safety
- We maintain ABT-certified teaching standards with classical technique focus
- Our curriculum emphasizes child development and positive body image
- We provide community enrichment through professional-grade dance productions
Associations and certifications
- ABT National Training Curriculum
What people say
Wonderful teachers
Professional productions
Positive environment
Excellent training
Nurturing atmosphere
Services
Ballet Classes
Our comprehensive ballet program develops technical mastery and artistic expression for students aged 3-18. With progressive levels from beginner to advanced, our classes build proper technique while nurturing creativity. Certified instructors provide personalized attention in small class settings.
Youth Ensemble
This advanced training program prepares students for stage performance through ensemble work and production participation. Members gain experience in full-length ballets and community performances, developing stage presence and professional discipline.
Summer Intensive
Our annual summer program offers concentrated dance training with guest instructors and master classes. Students receive daily technique classes, pointe work, and performance preparation in an immersive environment that accelerates skill development.
People
Regina Willoughby
Artistic Director
Internationally recognized ballerina with 20+ years teaching experience. ABT-certified instructor who performed principal roles with Columbia City Ballet. Trained at Virginia School of the Arts and Joffrey Ballet School.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We focus on classical ballet technique with elements from French, Italian, and Russian training methods.
Do you offer classes for beginners?
Yes, we have preschool classes starting at age 3 and beginner levels for older students.
Are there performance opportunities?
All students participate in annual productions with professional sets, costumes, and guest artists.
What should I wear to class?
We require specific dance attire for proper technique development and uniformity in training.
How do I register?
Registration is available through our online portal with flexible payment options for all budgets.
