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Palmetto Bay Parents of Little Dancers: A Gentle, Serious First Step Into Ballet
For a Palmetto Bay parent with a three or four year old who twirls through the living room, the decision is often about the first class: it should be joyful, but it should also be real.
- Studio is north of Palmetto Bay
- Early Ballet for ages 3 to 4
- Respectful, patient teachers
Where we are, generally
Palmetto Bay is south of the studio, further down the US-1/South Dixie Highway corridor past Pinecrest. Coral Gables lies generally north. We do not recommend specific routes or times.
General direction only. Please use your preferred map app for routes.
One studio, in Coral Gables
Miami Royal Ballet & Dance
300 Altara Ave Ste 1415
Coral Gables, FL 33146
What a Palmetto Bay family may be weighing
The decision, and how we approach it
Early Ballet is where joy and structure meet. Children learn to listen to music, wait their turn, find their spot, and begin classical positions, all at an age-appropriate pace.
Not every class will feel easy, and that is normal. Our faculty gives respectful feedback with each child's best interests in mind and welcomes conversations with parents about how their little one is adjusting.
Where to start
Classes worth considering from Palmetto Bay
Not sure? See every class or check the schedule. Faculty confirm placement after the trial.
Who teaches your child
Led by Lourdes Arteaga
Lourdes Arteaga is a former principal dancer with Teatro Colón and Ballet of Santiago de Chile. She directs a studio that has served Coral Gables for nearly 20 years, where classical standards and personal attention are not in competition with each other.
Read about LourdesCommon questions for Palmetto Bay families
Frequently asked
- Is three too young for ballet?
- Our Early Ballet program is designed for ages 3 to 4. It focuses on music, movement, coordination, and the first classical foundations at a pace that suits young children.
- What if my little one is shy at first?
- That is common. Teachers are experienced with young children who need time to warm up. After the trial, we are happy to talk with you about how your child responded.
- What happens if my child is not loving every class?
- Ballet is a growth process and not every class will feel easy. Consistency can build resilience, but parents ultimately decide what is right. Our faculty welcomes honest conversations with families.
Nearby family guides
All areas we serveThe first step is a trial class
Bring your Palmetto Bay dancer for a trial class.
Tell us about your dancer. We will contact you with the most appropriate available option, and after the trial our faculty recommends placement. Submitting a request does not reserve a class.
One studio, in Coral Gables
Miami Royal Ballet & Dance
300 Altara Ave Ste 1415
Coral Gables, FL 33146