Education
The Sarasota Ballet School offers exceptional ballet training for students ages 3 and up with different aspirations, from young beginners discovering the joy of dance to dedicated pre-professional dancers preparing for the next stage of their journey. Through expert instruction and a supportive environment, we inspire every student to grow with confidence, artistry, and a lifelong love of dance.
The Sarasota Ballet School
AGES 3+
The Sarasota Ballet School offers high-quality ballet education for ages 3 and above. We believe that ballet training should not only be fun and creative but should also develop students’ confidence and celebrate their individualities. We offer an inclusive and nurturing environment with a family feel and a wonderful community of dance enthusiasts.
From our youngest students to adults discovering or returning to dance, our programs provide inspiring instruction for every stage of the ballet journey.
The Margaret Barbieri Conservatory
AGES 12+
Named after Assistant Director of The Sarasota Ballet, Margaret Barbieri, the Conservatory offers a pre-professional training experience for talented young dancers. The exceptional instructional staff is committed to providing the highest quality dance education in an inclusive and nurturing environment.
Our philosophy of training is to educate and train young dancers to become not only technically strong and versatile but also have a true sense of clean, classical artistry, musicality, and style.
The Nutcracker
The Sarasota Ballet School premiered its brand-new production of The Nutcracker in 2022. This timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker is an exclusive opportunity for Sarasota Ballet School students to perform in this magical production.
Summer Programs
Each year, The Sarasota Ballet offers a variety of summer programs for all ages. From Summer Camps for our youngest dancers to a 5-week Summer Intensive, we offer an opportunity to continue your dance journey with us year-round.
News & Events
Experience Week
August 17 – 22
Curious about dance at The Sarasota Ballet School? Join us for Experience Week! Enjoy a week of free classes designed to welcome new dancers of every age and level into our studio.
Open House
August 15
10Am – 2PM
1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
Tour our studios, meet our faculty, and see what makes The Sarasota Ballet School home to dancers of every age and level.