Ballet
Ages 3+
The foundation of every dance style. Our ballet program builds technique, posture, discipline, and grace through progressive levels — from creative movement for our youngest dancers to advanced classical training.
Raising Confident Dancers With Strong Values.
Fort Myers' premier dance studio offering ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, and contemporary classes for children, teens, and adults. Build confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships through dance.
First Class Free · Ages 3 to Adult · Ballet · Tap · Jazz · Hip Hop · Lyrical · Contemporary · Fort Myers, FL
New Students
Your First Class Is On Us.
The best way to know if Turning Pointe is right for your dancer is to come dance with us. Book a free trial class in any style and any level — no commitment, no pressure. Just come see the studio, meet the instructors, and let your dancer try it out.
Or call (239) 277-9956 — we're happy to help you choose the right class.
Our Classes
Every style, every level, every age — from a three-year-old's first plié to adults returning to the studio after years away.
Pointe
By instructor approval
The moment every ballet dancer works toward. Our pointe program is carefully paced and instructor-approved, ensuring dancers have the strength, technique, and readiness before rising onto pointe.
Tap
Ages 5+
Rhythm, musicality, and pure joy. Tap teaches timing, coordination, and confidence — and it's one of the most fun classes in the studio for dancers of every age.
Jazz
Ages 6+
Energetic, expressive, and technically grounded. Jazz builds strength, flexibility, and performance quality while letting dancers develop their own style.
Hip Hop
Ages 6+
High-energy, age-appropriate, and always current. Our hip hop classes build rhythm, athleticism, and confidence in a positive, encouraging environment.
Lyrical
Ages 8+
Where technique meets emotion. Lyrical blends ballet and jazz technique with storytelling — teaching dancers to connect movement to music and meaning.
Contemporary
Ages 10+
Creative, expressive, and technically challenging. Contemporary encourages dancers to explore movement, take artistic risks, and develop their own voice.
Adult Classes
Ages 18+
It's never too late to start — or to come back. Our adult classes welcome complete beginners and returning dancers alike, in a supportive, no-pressure environment.
More Than Technique
Dance builds skills that outlast the studio.
Confidence That Carries
We're not just teaching steps. Our dancers learn to walk into a room, hold their posture, perform in front of an audience, and believe in what they've prepared. That confidence follows them into school, sports, and everything after.
Strong Values, Always
Turning Pointe is built on character. Respect for instructors and fellow dancers, discipline in the studio, encouragement over competition — these aren't extras, they're the foundation of how we teach.
Lifelong Friendships
The studio becomes a second home. Dancers grow up together here — rehearsing, performing, and cheering each other on. Many of our families stay with us for years, and the friendships last much longer than that.
Her First Pair of Pointe Shoes
Every ballet dancer remembers the day. Years of ballet class, strengthening, and technique work — and then, finally, the fitting. At Turning Pointe, pointe is earned, never rushed. Our instructors evaluate each dancer's strength, alignment, and technical readiness before approving them, because doing it right protects both their bodies and their love for the art. When a Turning Pointe dancer rises onto pointe for the first time, she's ready — and she knows it.
Questions Parents Ask Us
What does it cost?
Tuition is semester-based and varies by the number of classes your dancer takes per week. There is also a registration fee and, for dancers participating in our recital, costume and recital fees. We're happy to walk you through the full cost for your dancer's specific schedule — call (239) 277-9956 or submit the registration form and we'll send you a complete breakdown.
What ages and levels do you offer?
We offer classes from age 3 through adult, across every level from complete beginner to advanced. Our ballet program runs through progressive levels including pointe, and we welcome adults who are brand new to dance as well as those returning after years away. If you're unsure where your dancer fits, we'll help you find the right placement.
Is my child too old to start?
Almost certainly not. We have dancers who started at three and dancers who started at thirteen, and both thrive here. Beginning classes exist at nearly every age level, and our instructors are experienced at bringing new dancers into the studio community and getting them comfortable quickly.
What's the time commitment and recital obligation?
Most dancers take one to three classes per week depending on their level and interests. Our end-of-year recital is a highlight for our families, with rehearsals scheduled in advance so you can plan around them. We'll give you the full calendar at registration — no surprises.
Where to Get Your Dress Code Essentials
We encourage our students to shop at The Dancing Shoe for all dress code necessities — shoes, leotards, tights, and everything else your dancer needs. As a Turning Pointe student, you'll be offered a discount.
Visit The Dancing Shoe →Come See the Studio
We'd love to show you around. Come watch a class, meet our instructors, and see whether Turning Pointe feels like the right home for your dancer. No appointment needed — but a quick call ahead helps us make sure someone's available to give you a proper welcome.
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