Welcome to Ballet Bridges

A nonprofit organization bridging the gap between both underprivileged youth and the world of dance through free classes and donation boxes.

Our Journey
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Our Work

 300+

Classes

 500+ 

Students taught

 300+

Volunteers

Worth of items donated

 $128,000+

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FORMs Of service

We are proud to offer a range of free dance instruction services for youth of all skill levels, both online and in person. If you are an organization that wants to use our service or if you want register your child in a class email balletbridges@gmail.com.

  • We provide our weekly free in-person ballet classes in the following areas via our chapters:

    • Oakland County, Michigan

    • Ann Arbor, Michigan

    • Long Beach, California

    • Waterloo, Ontario (Canada)

    • Durango, Colorado

    • New York City, New York (in development)

    We are committed to making a difference in various communities, and we work closely with local organizations and school districts to ensure that every child has the opportunity to participate in our programs. Please contact us to register or learn more.

  • Every week, we offer several free, live online dance classes for underprivileged kids worldwide that accommodate various time zones. Our live virtual classes are taught by experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their love of dance with children. Our curriculum is designed to provide opportunities for kids to be active, create a fun environment through activities, and cultivate a love of dance. Please contact us to register or learn more.

  • If you are part of a studio's administration, a student in need of dance items, or a dance teacher aware of students requiring dance-related essentials, please complete the application form below.

    This application aims to assist those in need of dance attire and equipment to ensure that every student has access to the necessary resources to succeed in their dance education.

    We are able to donate internationally!

    Apply here: Balletbridges.com/apply-for-donations

Operating in 13 Countries 

We have reached dancers in the USA, Canada, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Haiti, Peru, Brazil, UAE, Uruguay, Uganda, Guatemala, and Lebanon

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