09/08/2026
We’re BACK!
Today officially kicks off our 2026–2027 season, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our dancers back to the studio!
Here’s to new goals, new memories and another year of doing what we love!
Happy first day of dance! 🩰
09/04/2026
Ballet has a language all its own!
Today’s word: Penché.
Meaning “leaning” or “inclined” in French, a penché is a position where the dancer tilts the upper body forward as the working leg extends higher behind them — creating that beautiful, elongated line you see here.
You’ll often see a penché performed from an arabesque, requiring dancers to maintain turnout, extension, balance and control as the body moves forward and the leg lifts behind.
It may look like it’s all about flexibility, but there’s a whole lot of strength, placement and control happening, too!
Just one of the many movements — and ballet terms — our dancers learn as their technique continues to grow. 💗
09/03/2026
The studio is almost ready for this again!
Dancers at the barre, music filling the room, familiar faces finding their places and a brand new season ready to begin.
In just a few days, we’ll be welcoming our dancers back to the studio and officially beginning our Decade Season — ten years of learning, growing, performing and sharing a love of ballet together.
We can’t wait to see these studios full again! 💗
Classes begin September 8!
Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time to join us for the 2026–2027 season!
09/02/2026
Your birth month, your ballet step 🩰
Every dancer has those steps they love, the ones they could do all day…and maybe a few they’d happily skip. We matched each month with a ballet step and a little personality to go with it.
From pirouettes and grand jetés to tendus and grand battements, swipe through to find yours!
Does your ballet step feel like you?
09/01/2026
10 years of ballet — and we’re just getting started!
This season marks a very special milestone for A Leg Up Ballet Academy: our Decade Season!
For 10 years, our studio has been filled with first pliés, big accomplishments, beautiful performances, lasting friendships and countless memories.
And today, we’re officially ONE WEEK away from beginning another year at the barre.
We can’t wait to welcome our dancers back on September 8 and celebrate A Decade of Dance all season long.
Here’s to where we started, how far we’ve come and everything still ahead! 💗
A Decade of Dance | 2017–2027
08/31/2026
Don't miss out on this back to dance sale!
FINAL DAY OF OUR ANNUAL BACK TO DANCE SALE! We are open until 7pm or shop online at https://footstepsinc.com/online-store😁
08/31/2026
Ballet is about so much more than learning the steps
From building confidence and discipline to improving coordination, posture, flexibility and balance, the benefits of ballet reach far beyond the studio. Each class gives dancers the opportunity to challenge themselves, strengthen their bodies, sharpen their minds and celebrate their progress along the way.
These are skills that don’t stay at the barre. They can help dancers grow in the classroom, in other activities and in everyday life.
Give your dancer the opportunity to grow, move and discover what they’re capable of!
08/19/2026
Support local ballet. Connect with local families. Be part of our season.
A Leg Up Ballet Academy is now welcoming 2026–2027 Season Partners!
Our Season Partners help support dance education and performance opportunities for our dancers while gaining meaningful visibility with local families throughout the September–May season.
With sponsorship opportunities starting at just $100, there are ways for businesses of all sizes to get involved. Sponsorships include recognition surrounding both The Nutcracker and our annual Spring Ballet, with additional opportunities for visibility through our studio, website, social media, emails, performance programs, and more.
Interested in becoming a Season Partner? Send us a message or visit our website to learn more!
https://www.alegupballetacademy.com/become-a-sponsor
08/15/2026
Time for back to ballet shopping!
It’s that time of year! Our Annual BACK TO DANCE SALE starts today! 🛍️
08/10/2026
✨ The countdown to a new season is ON! ✨
Classes begin September 8th, and we can’t wait to welcome our dancers back into the studio!
Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time to find the perfect class and join us for another incredible season of learning, growing, and dancing together.
Register today at alegupballetacademy.com!