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Ballet Arts NW
4.8 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Ballet school in Salem, Oregon
Plan your first class
- Free trial / first class new students can usually try a class free or at a discount — call ahead or check their schedule to book your first one
- Ages classes for ages 2–3 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
- 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
- Pre-professional a serious, conservatory-style track for committed students aiming high
- Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Phone (503) 480-5551
- Website & schedule iheartcvda.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter has been going to Ballet Arts NW for almost three years and has developed a love for dance and for being on stage.”
“Her professionalism combined with her compassion and willingness to serve special needs families is a rare and beautiful thing.”
What families & students say
“Kelli the owner and one of the instructors, is an amazing teacher, and makes sure every dancer there gets the opportunities they need to become the best that they can be!”
“Kelly is so good at working with kids at all levels; from tots to top notch talent, every dancer can learn something from the team of instructors here.”
“My daughter's confidence has grown by leaps and bounds, and I think if she had a choice she would move right in!”
“Miss Kelli and the other instructors give excellent care and attention to their students while teaching them self-confidence and resiliency.”
“My daughter has been going to Ballet Arts NW for almost three years and has developed a love for dance and for being on stage.”
“We were previously attending a different ballet school in the area and were very disappointed in the lack of communication and organization we experienced.”
From the reviews
Ballet Arts Nw just performed their recital snow queen last week. It was an amazing show. My daughters have had the best experience dancing here. Ms. Kelli the owner and one of the instructors, is an amazing teacher, and makes sure every dancer there gets the opportunities they need to become the best that they can be!
It is a great dance studio!! The teachers are wonderful they help you so much in dance and growing stronger! If you are looking for a place to grow in dance, ballet arts is perfect for you!!
My daughter has been a part of the Ballet Arts family for 4 years now. I’m a previous dancer myself and when we moved here I was looking for a dance program that would offer a constructive, nourishing and professional environment where my daughter could grow as a dancer.
My daughter has been dancing here since just after Kelli opened her doors! Kelli has really helped my daughter come out of her shy shell! And is amazing with the fact that my daughter is ADD/ADHD! She really knows how to keep her attention and most importantly she makes sure the students are having fun!
Adult ballet at Ballet Arts NW
Ballet Arts NW 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 Ballet Arts NW
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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