Savannah Ballet School of Dance

About Savannah Ballet School of Dance

Savannah Ballet School of Dance, located in Savannah, Georgia, has been a cornerstone of dance education and a premier dance institution in Southeast Georgia since its founding under the direction of Suzanne Braddy in 1998. Also known as Savannah Ballet Theatre (SBT), the studio offers a comprehensive dance education for students of all ages, from three years old through adulthood. Aspiring dancers can explore a diverse range of disciplines including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Contemporary dance, with curriculum tailored for preschool, elementary, and advanced students (grades 6-12). Adult classes, including beginner/intermediate ballet and yoga, are also available, providing a fun way to stay fit. Savannah Ballet School of Dance prides itself on fostering a vibrant creative environment and nurturing confidence and skill through high-quality performance and instruction from certified and talented instructors. Students gain invaluable performance experience by participating alongside the professional dancers of The Savannah Ballet Theatre in three to four major productions annually. Beyond captivating annual productions like "The Nutcracker," SBT presents a dynamic season featuring classical and contemporary works such as "Giselle," "Sleeping Beauty," "Swan Lake," and original adaptations like "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" and "The Wizard of Oz." Dancers at Savannah Ballet School of Dance hail from across the United States and internationally, and many alumni have achieved significant success, earning acceptance into prestigious institutions like the Garrison School for the Performing Arts, Savannah Arts Academy, The Gelsey Kirkland Academy, and the Kirov Academy, as well as recognition through programs like the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program.

Styles offered at Savannah Ballet School of Dance