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A Time to Dance
4.9 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Ballet school in Surprise, Arizona
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Pointe pointe and pre-pointe work for dancers who are ready — the pre-pointe strengthening comes first
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 623-544-0103
- Website & schedule attdstudio.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“I was a little skeptical because she was 13 and had never danced before, but she decided to give it a try.”
“My daughter LOVES it here, she always wants to show off to family and friends what she's learned, and I'll see her tapping randomly throughout the day when she's doing things.”
What families & students say
“Beyond the structured routine, she thrived in a positive environment surrounded by caring teachers and fellow dancers.”
“However, with the guidance of the studio and some patience, she began to establish a solid foundation in dance and tumbling.”
“Is is about to be my 3rd year at ATTD and everyone here is so welcoming and kind.”
“My daughter LOVES it here, she always wants to show off to family and friends what she's learned, and I'll see her tapping randomly throughout the day when she's doing things.”
“My daughter LOVES it here, she always wants to show off to family and friends what she's learned, and I'll see her tapping randomly throughout the day when she's doing things.”
“She mastered various dance disciplines and performed advanced tumbling skills in routines ranging from large group performances to small groups and solos.”
From the reviews
In this review, I'll do my best to summarize 15 years of my daughter's journey in dance at A Time to Dance. This review might be lengthy, but in short, I would wholeheartedly recommend this studio for fostering both my daughter's growth as a dancer and her development as a young woman.
We searched forever for a studio to call home and finally found it! This place is amazing! Owners and employees are so friendly and knowledgeable and willing to take the time to walk you through everything. Teachers are so great with the kids and my little one wants to come every day!
My daughter had a friend suggest this studio to us. I was a little skeptical because she was 13 and had never danced before, but she decided to give it a try. The teachers have been great with her, very supportive and never made her feel bad about being less advanced than others her age.
ATTD is AMAZING!!! The dance teachers here are sooo good, kind and professional!!! They have totally made both my daughters feel confident and have taught them so much!!! Front office is AWESOME! Always helpful and there for us! We’re so grateful to Mrs.Kim & Mrs.Melina!
Adult ballet at A Time to Dance
A Time to Dance runs classes for grown-ups — confirmed on their own site. If you've never taken ballet, or you're coming back to it after years away, this is for you — and a good studio genuinely welcomes a nervous first-timer. A few things worth asking before you go. First, which class to start in — look for one labeled "absolute beginner" or "adult beginner" rather than an open or "all levels" class, so you learn the fundamentals at the right pace. Second, drop-in or term — many adult programs let you pay per class to try it, then move to a term or monthly package once you're hooked. Third, what to wear — comfortable clothes you can move in, plus socks or bare feet, are plenty for a first class; you won't need a leotard or ballet shoes to walk in the door. It's never too late for first position.
Your first ballet class at A Time to Dance
Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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