It began for us when our daughter was two. ""It"" being her love of ballet. We distinctly remember her wide eyes and fixed stare at the beautiful ballerinas on the Palace Theater stage. That year she would be an audience member, but not for long! We knew, in that moment, Laurel Youth Ballet was the school for her! Not long after, she began her ballet training and quickly progressed through the levels to the Company. She has continued to dance in many performaces on the very stage she marveld at so long ago. There are many dancers that have received their training at Laurel who have gone on to attend renowned ballet programs/schools and even professional statis. That alone speaks for the teacher's abilities. As a mom, I can not speak to the level of technique, or the complexity of the coreography; however, I can tell of the numerous doors Laurel Ballet has opened for our daughter. Not only has she become a beautiful dancer, but her experience as a student there has given her the confidence, grace, and humility to guide her through her life. Laurel is much more than a ballet school, it is a ""family."" If you are looking for a phenominal foundation in ballet as well as a group of caring, knowledgeable, teachers in a non-competitive atmosphere, Laurel is the place for you!
Pros: A strong foundation
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