New York City is the dance capital of the world, offering unparalleled training opportunities from Broadway to classical ballet. Families have access to prestigious schools, competitive studios, and performance opportunities that can launch professional careers. The city's diverse dance community includes everything from classical ballet to contemporary, hip-hop, and Broadway styles. This guide covers the NYC dance landscape, from recreational classes to professional training programs.
Professional dance organization offering competitions, workshops, and educational programs for dancers and teachers.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Professional organization supporting dance education in New York schools and studios.
Ages: All ages
Seasons: Year-round
Official school of New York City Ballet offering world-class classical ballet training with professional career pathways.
Ages: 6-18
Leagues: Professional Ballet Training
Fields: Lincoln Center location
Premier dance studio offering training in all styles with connections to Broadway and professional opportunities.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Manhattan location
Professional dance studio offering classes in all styles with competitive teams and Broadway connections.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Manhattan location
Comprehensive dance center offering training in all styles with competitive teams and professional development.
Ages: 3-18
Leagues: Competitive Dance, Performance Teams
Fields: Manhattan location
| Name | Address | Amenities | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| School of American Ballet | Lincoln Center, New York, NY | professional studios, performance space, world-class training | State-of-the-art facility at Lincoln Center with professional studios and world-class ballet training. |
| Broadway Dance Center | Manhattan, NY | multiple studios, professional equipment, Broadway connections | Professional dance facility with multiple studios and direct connections to Broadway productions. |
| Steps on Broadway | Manhattan, NY | dance studios, performance space, professional training | Professional dance training facility with multiple studios and Broadway industry connections. |
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| Provider | Details |
|---|---|
| School of American Ballet Summer Course | Intensive summer ballet program for serious dancers with world-class training and performance opportunities. |
| Broadway Dance Center Summer Camps | Summer dance camps and intensive programs with Broadway professionals and performance opportunities. |
| Steps on Broadway Summer Programs | Summer dance programs and intensives with professional training and Broadway connections. |
| Dance Educators of America Nationals | Major national dance competition held in New York with multiple categories and professional judging. |
|---|---|
| New York City Dance Alliance | Professional dance competition circuit with events throughout the year in the New York area. |
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