L'Académie
Classical, jazz, hip-hop and contemporary dance for children, teens and adult…
L'Académie opened in September 1990 on Boulevard de Cimiez in Nice under the direction of Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis.
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Before your first class
The school welcomes children from age 4 and offers introductory dance awakening classes, plus adult maintenance and development courses designed for those returning to dance.
About this studio
L'Académie opened in September 1990 on Boulevard de Cimiez in Nice under the direction of Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis. Since 2007, the school has expanded to operate two studios, offering flexibility in scheduling and course choice while maintaining a unified teaching philosophy. The studio teaches dance to all ages, from dance awakening for children from age 4 onwards, through to adult classes.
Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis brings substantial professional experience to the school. She trained as a classical dancer and performed with major companies including the Opéra de Nice, the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, and the Ballet Français de Nancy under Patrick Dupont's direction. During her professional career she worked alongside renowned dancers including Noëlla Pontois, Rudolf Noureev, and Maya Plisetskaya. She is supported by a talented team of qualified instructors.
The school's disciplines include dance awakening for the youngest students, classical dance, jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary. For adult students, classes focus on maintenance and development, including barre à terre (barre au sol), classical dance, jazz, pilates, and fun dance. These courses emphasise both physical effort and pleasure, aiming to help students reconnect with their bodies and build inner wellbeing.
Each year, L'Académie organises an end-of-year gala, held in 2026 at the Opéra de Nice. The performance brings together costumes, sets, music and lighting to showcase student progress. The school also emphasises competitive achievement: students have achieved regional and national results in the CND (Concours) competitions.
The studio operates from two locations: Studio 1 (Le Régina) at 71 Boulevard de Cimiez and Studio 2 at 73 Boulevard de Cimiez. Administrative enquiries and enrolments are handled at Studio 2.
What to expect
Your first visit
Contact Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis directly at the Studio 2 office (73 Boulevard de Cimiez) to discuss classes and enrolment. The school works with children, teenagers and adults in a warm, serious atmosphere, organising regular classes across multiple disciplines throughout the year.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis directs the school and teaches classical dance, drawing on her professional experience with major ballet companies. She is supported by a team of talented, competent instructors.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The school welcomes children from age 4 and offers introductory dance awakening classes, plus adult maintenance and development courses designed for those returning to dance.
Studio history
L'Académie was founded in September 1990 by Elisabeth Sicart-Abécassis on Boulevard de Cimiez. The school expanded in 2007 to operate two studios, allowing greater scheduling flexibility while maintaining a single teaching philosophy. Elisabeth trained as a professional classical dancer and performed with the Opéra de Nice, Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, and Ballet Français de Nancy under Patrick Dupont, where she worked alongside dancers including Noëlla Pontois, Rudolf Noureev, and Maya Plisetskaya.
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Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
L'Académiehasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
If you own L'Académie, claiming the studio lets you add a public schedule in about 2 minutes. A free Google Calendar is the easiest path — visitors see your class times inline + can add events to their own calendar.
Frequently asked about L'Académie
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does L'Académie teach?
L'Académie teaches General, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Barre à terre (barre au sol), Fun dance. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is L'Académie located?
L'Académie is located in Nice. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does L'Académie offer private lessons?
Contact L'Académie directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does L'Académie teach kids and adults?
L'Académie welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at L'Académie?
The fastest path is to visit L'Académie via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.