Technique, Artistry, Inspiration
Charles River Ballet Academy
Come dance with us!
Classical ballet for the children and adults of our community at our Needham Center dance studios!
Nutcracker Sweet!
Nutcracker Sweet
A full stage 60 minute family friendly version of this iconic story ballet featuring our students age 3-18
Guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit! Get your tickets today!
Saturday December 6th at 2pm and 4pm
at Babson College Sorenson Center for the Arts!
Young Choreographers Exhibition
November 14, 2025 6:30pm In Studio 23 Dedham Ave, Needham
23 dances choreographed and performed by our intermediate and advanced dancers in 45 minutes! Come see, it's free! Great for all ages.
June 2026 Workshop Performances!
June Shows 2026
Five 60 minute shows featuring our students age 3-18 onstage at the Sorenson Center for the Arts at Babson College!
Fri. June 12 at 5pm and 7pm; Sat. June 13 at 11am, 2pm, and 4pm
Come Dance with us!
Welcome to Charles River Ballet Academy!
Charles River Ballet Academy helps students develop clean classical technique and good artistic expression while making ballet a fun and positive experience for all. Some students dream of a career in ballet and use their training at CRBA as a stepping stone toward that goal. Other students view their ballet classes as a beloved and fun hobby. Whether you have an eager two-year-old, an older child who is a dedicated ballet student, or if you are an adult looking to take ballet, Charles River Ballet Academy has a dance class for you.
Our dance studios provide the children and adults of Needham and surrounding towns with solid technique, an artistic outlet, and fun! We offer classes, including pre ballet and pointe, September-June for age 2-18, as well as adult classes. Summer programs for all ages are in July and August. Our studios are in Needham. Enjoy our website and email or call Emily Hrones Umland, Director, at info@charlesriverballet.com or (781)856-4073 for more information.
Discover...
- Excellent, focused ballet training building solid technique, inspiring students artistically, and tapping into the joy of dance
- High standards of professional instruction in a friendly community atmosphere
- Dedicated, enthusiastic teachers with years of experience as professional ballet dancers
- Limited dance class size with personal attention for all students
- Two large dance studios with high ceilings and lots of natural light conveniently located in Needham Center
- Emphasis on learning ballet with age appropriate performance opportunities (see Our Philosophy for more)
