Columbia Conservatory of Dance

Faculty member Claire Rapp speaks with WIS TV about her promotion to the rank of Ballerina with South Carolina Ballet. 🤩

Claire Rapp named Ballerina at South Carolina Ballet Claire Rapp sits down with our Intisar Faulkner after recently earning the title of Ballerina at the South Carolina Ballet.

Simply the Best Dance Training for Your Child!

Columbia Conservatory of Dance, the official school of South Carolina Ballet, offers professional instruction rooted in classical tradition, artistry and individual development. Students train with an all-star faculty led by Artistic Director William Starrett and Prima Ballerina Mariclare Miranda.

Give your dancer the opportunity to learn, grow and perform with confidence.

Enroll today!

Located in the heart of Columbia, South Carolina.

Photo: Emilia Dillard
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Voted Best Dance School - Columbia Conservatory of Dance A professional ballet school and dance school offering classical training for all ages, proudly affiliated with South Carolina Ballet.

“Every child is an artist” - Picasso 🤩

Our July summer session starts back up at the studio today - Tuesday July 7th. There are still a few spots open for registration as well as drop in style classes and private lessons. Call or Email for more info ✨

It’s been a month since our 2025/2026 commencement performances and we are still in such awe of our dancers! 📸 credit

🩰 We’re nominated for Best Dance Studio or School in the Free Times Best of Columbia Awards! 🎉

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Starting the summer off strong! Email us for class and private lesson availability!

Our First Summer Session of Dance Classes starts tomorrow - Tuesday June 2nd 🩰💕

Another great competition weekend in the books! Thank you for the fun opportunity to showcase some of our dancers!

Had a great weekend at this weekend ⭐️ So proud of all of our soloists!