Business Details
Your Trusted Dance School in McDonough, GA
Giselle DiBlasi School of Ballet was founded to cultivate an appreciation for ballet and the arts in Henry County and surrounding areas. Our mission is to provide a supportive environment where students of all ages and skill levels can explore ballet, develop technical proficiency, and discover personal growth through dance. With over 15 years of experience living and teaching in McDonough, Georgia, our director brings extensive professional expertise from performances with Atlanta Festival Ballet and training at the University of Oklahoma. We emphasize artistry, self-expression, and character development while maintaining technical excellence. Our faculty includes accomplished instructors with professional performance backgrounds and teaching experience.The school offers structured programs for recreational dancers and competitive teams, with opportunities for community performances and regional competitions. We prioritize creating a positive atmosphere where students build confidence, discipline, and lifelong appreciation for dance. Our curriculum incorporates multiple dance genres and emphasizes teamwork, time management, and creative expression. Through annual productions like The Nutcracker and summer intensive programs, we provide diverse performance experiences. The school maintains strong connections with local arts organizations and educational institutions.
Services
Ballet Instruction
Dance Classes
Competition Team
Summer Camps
Performance Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of professional ballet instruction in McDonough
- Our faculty includes former Atlanta Festival Ballet principal dancers
- We provide competitive team opportunities with regional performances
- Our curriculum combines technical training with artistic development
- We maintain strong community connections through local performances
Services
Ballet Instruction
Professional ballet instruction for students aged 4 through adults. Our curriculum develops technical proficiency in classical ballet while emphasizing artistry and self-expression. Classes follow structured progressions with annual evaluations to ensure proper placement and growth. Students receive personalized attention in a supportive environment that fosters confidence and discipline.
Competition Team
Regional competition program for dedicated dancers. Teams receive specialized training in multiple genres and participate in two annual competitions. The program emphasizes teamwork, choreography, and performance versatility while maintaining focus on technical excellence and sportsmanship through structured rehearsals and performance preparation.
Summer Camps
Intensive summer programs combining ballet training with creative workshops. Camps include technique classes, choreography sessions, and arts & crafts activities. Participants work toward end-of-camp performances that showcase their progress while building confidence and artistic expression through immersive dance experiences.
Adult Classes
Ballet instruction tailored for adult learners. Classes focus on foundational techniques, physical fitness, and artistic expression. Our welcoming environment accommodates various experience levels while emphasizing proper form and gradual skill development through modified exercises and personalized instructor guidance.
Performance Programs
Annual productions including The Nutcracker and spring recitals. Students participate in fully staged performances with professional choreography and costume design. The program develops stage presence, performance etiquette, and collaborative skills through rehearsals and community showcase events.
People
Giselle DiBlasi Pugh
Owner / Director
Former Atlanta Festival Ballet principal dancer with 15+ years teaching experience in McDonough. Trained at University of Oklahoma and performed internationally. Specializes in classical ballet technique and performance preparation.
Dani Qualls
Ballet Program Director
Experienced instructor with professional background in Atlanta Festival Ballet. Teaches multiple dance genres and focuses on technical development. Offers expertise in competition preparation and performance training.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We specialize in ballet instruction while also offering jazz, tap, contemporary, and musical theater dance styles.
Do you offer classes for adults?
Yes, we provide ballet classes for adult students of all experience levels.
Are there performance opportunities?
Students participate in annual productions like The Nutcracker and have opportunities for regional competitions.
What are your instructor qualifications?
Our instructors include former Atlanta Festival Ballet principal dancers with professional performance and teaching experience.
Do you have a competition team?
Yes, our Competition Team participates in two regional dance competitions annually with multiple age divisions.
How do I register for classes?
Registration is available through our website or by contacting us directly at 770.820.7810.
