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Ballet West Academy
4.5 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Ballet school in Salt Lake City, Utah
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 3–18 — 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 +1 801-869-6912
- Website & schedule academy.balletwest.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“Ballet West Academy has been and continues to be a fabulous experience for my daughter.”
“My daughter takes classes in technique, pointe, contemporary, character, partnering, and more.”
“Wonderful ballet school my daughter had an amazing time at their summer intensive.”
What families & students say
“My daughter takes classes in technique, pointe, contemporary, character, partnering, and more.”
“The other students are encouraging and friendly.”
“The academy puts on a contemporary show each year as well as a winter and spring showcase.”
“These are wonderful with amazing choreography and professional costumes.”
“My daughter has grown so much in the last 2 years.”
From the reviews
Ballet West put in the Nutcracker. I loved it. I'm not someone who was interested in ballet at all. I went for my wife, but ended up loving it. The dancers were amazing. The stage and the building are beautiful. The props and the stage crew made it look very realistic. The symphony did a great job as well.
Wonderful ballet school my daughter had an amazing time at their summer intensive. The faculty and staff are excellent.
Great Summer Intensive, my daughter Giselle was very impressed! Thank you again!
Ballet West Academy has been and continues to be a fabulous experience for my daughter. Moving studios at 15 was a bit nerve wracking for both of us but she was welcomed in with open arms and open hearts. The instructors are world class literally. They come from companies all over to staff the academy.
Adult ballet at Ballet West Academy
Ballet West Academy 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 West Academy
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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