We are proud to be a part of the Royal Academy of Dance family, joining studios around the world in 79 countries. By bringing elegant dance education to eager students igniting their limitless creativity and boundless energy. ABCBend dancers are truly special, learning responsibility, accountability all while enjoying their passion for dance.
Whether stepping into a dance studio for the first time or have grown up dancing, you will find a home at Academie de Ballet Classique. As an Approved Examination Center for the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), our students earn education units with successful coursework. The RAD is Recognized to award qualification of the Regulated Qualifications Framework of the United Kingdom, by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations.
Whether stepping into a dance studio for the first time or have grown up dancing, you will find a home at Academie de Ballet Classique. As an Approved Examination Center for the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), our students earn education units with successful coursework. The RAD is Recognized to award qualification of the Regulated Qualifications Framework of the United Kingdom, by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations.
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Asagi Gould
Nov 14, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
My two daughters absolutely loved going to ABC! We loved all the teachers there, and they have fun performance opportunities and great communication to create such a welcoming community. ABC was a big part of cultivating and nurturing the love of dance in our girls❤️
My two daughters absolutely loved going to ABC! We loved all the teachers there, and they have fun performance opportunities and great communication to create such a welcoming community. ABC was a big part of cultivating and nurturing the love of dance in our girls❤️
Jamie W.
Jun 06, 2021
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At age 5, my daughter just finished her first year of ballet and her first performance in the Alice and Wonderland Ballet yesterday. Words can't not express how much this ballet studio pours their heart and soul into each child, making them the best ballet studio in town. First, the customer service and loving nature of all the teachers is beyond comparable. Second, the loving and friendly nature of all the staff and dancers that permeates throughout the ballet company is top notch. From the very beginning my experience with everyone has been nothing but highly competent and professional
Larissa Nelson
May 25, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
My daughter has special needs. The staff have been so understanding a d supportive. They have helped her feel included and enjoy class. The staff communicated with me about any specific accommodations, but more importantly, they helped me feel secure in her dance education.
My daughter has special needs. The staff have been so understanding a d supportive. They have helped her feel included and enjoy class. The staff communicated with me about any specific accommodations, but more importantly, they helped me feel secure in her dance education.
Eli Hartley
Sep 28, 2019
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Academie de Ballet Classique is such a wonderful place to learn valuable technique, important skills, and an undeniable love for dance. Valerie and the other teachers there gave me exactly what I needed to get launched as a professional dancer.
It is a very safe environment, and everyone there is very supportive!
It is a very safe environment, and everyone there is very supportive!
Margrete H.
Aug 25, 2019
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Ballet is for all. Whether you're thinking of enrolling a young aspiring ballerina or ballet danseur, or you're an adult who has always longed to dip your toes in this challenging art form, ABC has the classes you're looking for. Ballet, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, tap and many other dance styles have graced the studios of Academie de Ballet Classique. My experience at this establishment was a stepping stone to my career. I owe Valerie Holgers and her wonderful staff a thousand thank yous! Academie de Ballet Classique was my miracle in our little Bend area! This Royal Academy of
Laura S.
Jul 12, 2019
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Brenda Stuntz
Dec 13, 2017
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I can not thank the teachers and director of this school enough!! Since taking the plunge into the world of dance I have seen my daughter grow and is continually surprising me with her new achievements. The staff is warm and friendly, they genuinely care about the families who attend the school ( I say families because once you enroll one child you will want to enroll your others as well!!) Valerie is one of the most giving people I have ever met, she has a huge heart and wants nothing more than to help enrich the lives of her students, in addition her teachers are among some of the most accomplished
Juliana Elliott
Oct 12, 2017
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I came to Academie de Ballet Classique after my first summer of college. With Valerie's help I was able to learn real ballet technique in a safe manner. I continued to dance and perform with Academie de Balllet Classique on my school breaks and was eventually able to transfer to one of the top ten dance colleges in the US, and have now just begun my theater dance career. Valerie was an important part of my journey because from the first class I had with her she was willing to invest energy into correcting and teaching me as both an adult and someone with unique physical challenges. Over the years
Naia Kelly
Nov 11, 2016
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Certainly it's the best dance company we've ever been involved with, (and we've been to 3 different ones over my daughter's infatuation with dance). We recently moved about a half an hour from Bend and my schedule has made it so that I can't nail down enough time to take her all the way to ABC and she doesn't want to go anywhere else. Hmmm... it's a toughie. She even tried another ballet school near where we are and definitely prefers ABC. It's the caring atmosphere and level of training that Valerie and all of her teachers give, it's amazing. The shows they put on are ridiculously good too! We
Brooke Vossler
Oct 30, 2016
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My daughter has been at ABC for two years. I know that it's important that children develop a love for their art/have an enjoyable time/be healthy while also learning a lot. All are important to their developing sense of themselves and the world. At ABC, she's had this experience with each instructor and the children around her. It's developed/continued a love for the art, she's had a lovely time in a healthy and skilled environment. We've loved it!
Liz W.
Oct 15, 2016
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ABC is the most welcoming and accommodating studio I have tried, and I have danced at many studios in my life. They are warm and friendly, with constructive help at excelling in dance, no matter if a toddler or an adult trying dance for the first time. The training is consistent and challenging, and the teachers do their best to help each student progress where they need to, without pushing them too far too soon. It is a positive dance environment for all, without judgment or competitive drama. Students will feel like they can try new things and dance their heart out without fear of not being
Keith H.
Oct 12, 2016
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Katie U.
Jul 21, 2016
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Kendra Kemp
Jul 17, 2016
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ABC is a family of talented and committed individuals. I grew up dancing there and I am so grateful for the experience. The teachers. Ms. Val and Ms. Alesa have prepared me for a future in dance through professional training and encouragements. You are expected to work hard at the studio, but you will receive some of the best training at Academie de Ballet Classique in all of Central Oregon if you put forth the effort.
Marilyn Elliott
Jun 30, 2016
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I've know Valerie for several years through my daughter who has taken lessons from her and others at her studio and received exceptional ballet training. My daughter still attends her classes whenever she is in town. I, as an adult, have enjoyed taking classes from Valerie for fun and exercise. She is a terrific person, knowledgeable teacher and excels in whatever she does, including teaching and performance productions. Academie de Ballet Classique deserves a 5 Star rating!
Jenny H.
Feb 20, 2016
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I highly recommend Acedmie de Ballet Classique. All of the instructors there are qualified, talented and tough but also extremely kind and devoted to their students. It is a lovely place to bring our children because everyone greets us so genuinely. As a Royal Academy of Dance school the children have the opportunity to test each year in front of judges from RAD. As Miss Val underscores she is in a way being tested as well, and so her students' success is important to her. Miss Val is a challenging teacher but she is full of fun and my children are so much happier training here than they
