Ballet Etc. Dance Institute

Ballet Etc. Dance Institute is a dance school in the Grand Traverse area that has provided competition-free dance education since 1996. The institute welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities, with training focused on strengthening technique, developing artistry, and building performance skills in an accessible environment. Its program emphasizes disciplined study and a strong ballet foundation to support growth across dance styles, while avoiding the added costs often associated with competitive dance. Ballet Etc. is also home to Northwest Michigan Ballet Theatre, a nonprofit youth dance company for ages 9 to 18 that offers performance opportunities through auditions open regardless of studio affiliation.