“Small classes and excellent classical training — real attention to technique.”
Small classes, serious ballet training
Orlando Metropolitan Ballet Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit in the Lake Nona area that trains dancers using a distinctive blend of ABT's National Training Curriculum, the Vaganova method and aspects of the Cuban ballet school. Its structure spans a Regular Academic Program (afternoon classes for ages 3-17) and a Pre-Professional Academic Program (daytime classes for ages 12-18), with a deliberately small class size of only 8-12 students for a near-semi-private level of attention.
Performance is central to the academy's philosophy — students perform through the Youth Studio Company in full-length productions, with opportunities to dance principal roles. Achievements include a 13-year-old student competing in the YAGP Final Round, and the academy is supported by community partners including Orange County and Lake Nona. For families seeking rigorous, technique-forward classical ballet with real stage time, the small-class model and multi-method curriculum make it a standout option in southeast Orlando.
- ABT National Training Curriculum + Vaganova + Cuban elements
- Small classes of only 8–12 students
- Youth Studio Company performing principal roles
- Pre-Professional program for ages 12–18
Common questions
Where is Orlando Metropolitan Ballet Academy located?
Lake Nona, Orlando, in the Orlando / Central Florida area (14846 Wyndham Lakes Blvd #11, Orlando, FL 32824, USA).
What kind of dance does Orlando Metropolitan Ballet Academy teach?
Pre-professional ballet academy. A Lake Nona non-profit ballet academy blending ABT's National Training Curriculum with the Vaganova method, teaching in small classes of 8–12 with a Youth Studio Company that performs full-length productions.
Do I need experience or a partner to start?
Most Orlando studios welcome total beginners and don't require a partner — tell us your goals and we'll match you with the right fit and a first lesson.
How much do lessons cost?
Pricing varies by studio, lesson type (group vs. private), and package. Request a personalized intro and current pricing through the quick match below.
