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BelArts Ballet (a trade name of Emerald Ballet Theatre)
4.5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Ballet school in Bellevue, Washington
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
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — ask about rates and availability
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (425) 577-0771
- Website & schedule belartsballet.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The programs they offer
“We love the leadership, community, the environment for the dancers, great communication from teachers and admins, and the progress my child is making.”
“They enjoyed the classes and summer camps, from little fairies dances to classical ballet on pointe.”
“All of the teachers are super supportive and lovely, especially Miss Sarah who teaches the boys class.”
How they train
What families & students say
“My daughters have flourished and their love of ballet has grown under the teaching of Ms.”
“Their current teaching team is encouraging and nurturing, giving every dancer the opportunity to grow in their craft no matter their age or level of expertise.”
“We love the leadership, community, the environment for the dancers, great communication from teachers and admins, and the progress my child is making.”
“On top of ballet skills, my son is learning so much about discipline, patience and professionalism by being part of the spring and winter productions.”
From the reviews
My young son has participated for several years. The organization of a production can be a bit scary sometimes as a parent new to this scene but if you can just roll with it the productions are super well done and fun for everyone.
BelArts Ballet (formerly Emerald Ballet Theater) is a wonderful place to dance! Their current teaching team is encouraging and nurturing, giving every dancer the opportunity to grow in their craft no matter their age or level of expertise.
Emerald Ballet Academy/Theatre is the best environment for anyone at any age who would like to learn /explore ballet, especially for younger children. My children have been dancing with EBT since 2012. They enjoyed the classes and summer camps, from little fairies dances to classical ballet on pointe.
My son has been with BelArts for a little over. A year now and he absolutely loves it. The staff is amazing, caring and very professional. We didn’t plan for my son to do ballet but since he enjoyed gymnastics, we gave it a try and the rest is history.
Adult ballet at BelArts Ballet (a trade name of Emerald Ballet Theatre)
BelArts Ballet (a trade name of Emerald Ballet Theatre) 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 BelArts Ballet (a trade name of Emerald Ballet Theatre)
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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