Hamilton Academy of the Arts

Hamilton Academy of the Arts is a Dance Studio in Lafayette, LA. The academy provides dance instruction for children as young as two through adults, offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip‑hop, pointe, sacred dance, as well as complementary programs such as piano, voice, karate, cheerleading, tumbling and Latin dance. With four decades of experience, the studio serves the Lafayette community and surrounding areas, and its performances have earned a 4.90 rating from reviewers.

The school operates a structured curriculum overseen by a dedicated creative team and an alumni association. Its dance companies, Mini, Junior, Teen and Senior, regularly compete and have captured first‑place, best‑choreography and judges‑choice awards at state and national competitions, and were selected by Disney Entertainment for a showcase of Louisiana culture. Students benefit from a parent portal that streamlines registration and communication, and the academy enforces a clear dress‑code policy to maintain a focused learning environment. Classes are offered both in‑person, with limited space following COVID‑19 guidelines, and online, allowing flexible participation.

Located at 417 Hobson St, the academy sits just a tenth of a mile from Mudd Avenue and the Northwest and Northeast Evangeline Thruways, providing easy access from major roadways. It is also approximately a tenth of a mile from Saint Genevieve Catholic Elementary School and the Sterling Grove Historic District, placing it within a short walk of local educational and cultural landmarks.

Hamilton Academy’s long‑standing presence, award‑winning dance companies and consistently high customer rating make it a trusted destination for dance education in Lafayette.