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Bridge For Dance
4.9 ★★★★★ 125 Google reviews · Ballet school in New York, New York
Plan your first class
- Adult classes classes for grown-ups, including absolute beginners — it's never too late to start at the barre
- Summer intensive holiday and summer intensive programs — these fill early, so ask about dates and auditions
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (212) 749-1165
- Website & schedule bridgefordance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
The programs they offer
“At my suggestion, my good friend's daughter enrolled in a children's summer dance program at Bridge For Dance.”
What families & students say
“(and recently recommend them to a friend) I only worked with 2 great teachers Mark Mindek & Max McGuire.”
“My daughter has strengthened her technique and grown as a dancer under Fiona's tutelage.”
“Great instructors, our daughter loved taking a few "Aerial" classes there.”
“The girls in the Company are supportive of one another, and also push each other to achieve to the best of their ability.”
“She started as a shy and reluctant 9 year old dancing once a week, and has blossomed into an accomplished tap, ballet, modern and jazz performer, going to class 4 nights a week.”
“My daughter, who is serious about dance, joined the teen company at Bridge about 2 years ago.”
From the reviews
I've been taking Ballet consistently at Bridge for Dance for 10 years and love it: The classes are small and the instruction is first rate. As a result, both my technique and overall enjoyment of dance have blossomed.
My daughter has really enjoyed Bridge for Dance. She’s trying out new types of dance (hip hop/Jazz), making new friends, and building confidence as a dancer. The teacher is very patient and fun. I’m really glad we found this dance studio (after trying a few others on the UWS and not liking it as much).
I love Bridge for Dance..(and recently recommend them to a friend) I only worked with 2 great teachers Mark Mindek & Max McGuire. They are fluent in Tap, Jazz & Ballroom (FYI Mark also dances on STILTS) amazing!! They both excellent teachers .. Creative, patient and did I say TALENTED!!!!
There are not a lot of opportunities for older dancers to dance and perform. Bridge for Dance has given me those opportunities. This is a very inclusive community. I recommend Bridge for Dance wholeheartedly.
Adult ballet at Bridge For Dance
Bridge For 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 Bridge For 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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