October 9, 2026

Ballet or acro: which one first?

Short answer: many dancers take both. Here is why.

Tiny Tiaras photo shoot, bridge

What ballet gives

Posture, balance, clean lines and discipline. Ballet is the base of most dance styles. So it helps in every other class.

What acro gives

Flexibility, strength and tumbling skills like walkovers. Acro is taught step by step. Each skill is safe before the next one.

How to choose

Does your child love to flip around the living room? Acro will feel like play. Does your child love music and moving with grace? Ballet is a sweet start. At Next Level, ages 3 to 5 can take both.