Private Lessons

CDDS offers private and semi-private lessons for serious students ages 6+ seeking individualized technique training.
Lessons available in Ballet, Pointe (if already en pointe), Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Strength & Conditioning.
  • Private lessons are  wonderful for dancers who  love to dance and want to improve on their skills! 
  • They are ideal for students who are motivated to progress to the next class level, preparing for a Company Audition and current Company dancers who are working towards going en Pointe.
  • Small groups of 2-4 students are encouraged.
  • Email requests (see below). Lessons are booked from earliest time spot first. Spots available until reserved with payment.

Private Lessons How To : Arrive on time. Arrive wearing CDDS dress code. Bring all dance shoes. Only students and staff permitted in Studio.
See cancellation policy below.

Submit a Request:

Email Request
Email info@carolyndutradancestudio.com with the following:
  • Name and current level of student(s).
  • Requested lesson day/time/location:
  • Duration of lesson (45, 60 minute)
  • Frequency of lesson (ie. one time, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.)
  • Style and goals student(s) wants to work on:
You will receive a reply with availability based on your request. We will do our best to meet your first preferences :) Faculty, schedule and location will be arranged individually based on availability.

Availability:

Staff Bios
Updated 7/18/26
  • Book 45 or 60 minutes. 
  • Private or small group of same level.
  • Booking earliest block first unless noted otherwise
  • SUMMER SCHEDULING: TEACHER MUST BE BOOKED FOR 2 LESSONS MINIMUM/DAY FOR LESSONS TO BE HELD IF COMING IN JUST FOR PRIVATE LESSONS. WE WILL NOTIFY YOU IN ADVANCE IF CHANGES NEED TO BE MADE.

Miss Jenna
August
Tuesday August 4, 2-3pm (Warwick) *Booking earliest session first*
Thursday August 6, 2-5pm (Warwick) *Booking earliest session first*
Tuesday August 11, 2-5pm (Warwick) *Booking earliest session first*
Wednesday August 12, 2-5pm (Warwick) *Booking earliest session first*
Additional lessons TBA

Miss Rachel
August
Tuesdays August 4,11,18 7:30-8:15pm (Smithfield)
Thursdays August 5,12,19 6:45-7:45pm (Cranston)

Miss Sadie 
August
Thursday, August 6, 2-6pm (Smithfield)
Friday, August 7, 2-6 pm (Smithfield)
Thursday, August 13,  5-7:30 (Warwick)  Does not need to book earliest time block first.
Friday, August 14, 5-7:30 (Warwick) Does not need to book earliest time block first.

Miss Joelle (Available for '25-'26 Pee Wee/Rhythmette/Junior/Senior Company
Tuesday August 11 5:30-6:30pm, 6:30-7:30pm  (Smithfield)

Miss Chryssa
TBD

Rates & Payment

Private Lesson - 1 Student
45 minutes - $45
60 minutes - $55

Semi-Private Lesson - 2-4 Students
Siblings taking private lessons together receive a 10% discount.
45 minutes - $35/student
60 minutes - $45/student

Payments: 
  • Payment due upon confirmation of lesson. Primary credit card on file will be charged.
  • Monthly payments in full is preferred for ongoing lessons. 
  • No refunds.

Cancellation Policy:
  • Notify Studio via email and phone immediately if you need to cancel. 
  • No credit  available if late cancel within 48 hours of lesson.
  • Payment available as credit to account for future use if cancel at least 48 hours in advance. 
  • No refunds.
  • If an instructor is unavailable, a substitute may be provided and the lesson will still take place. If we are unable to provide a substitute, the lesson will be rescheduled at no additional cost.