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CARE Conservatory of Ballet
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Ballet school in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Plan your first class
- Ages classes for ages 3–6 — 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 (616) 464-3682
- Website & schedule careballet.org — enroll and see the live class schedule
The programs they offer
“My daughter began dancing at age three and continued to study at the conservatory and perform with the CARE Ballet throughout High School.”
“My daughter began dancing at age three and continued to study at the conservatory and perform with the CARE Ballet throughout High School.”
What families & students say
“Love CARE's adult fitness classes: Zumba, Pilates, Gentle Yoga--wonderful teachers in small classes with individual attention.”
“My daughter began dancing at age three and continued to study at the conservatory and perform with the CARE Ballet throughout High School.”
“My daughter began dancing at age three and continued to study at the conservatory and perform with the CARE Ballet throughout High School.”
From the reviews
CARE is a positive dancing environment that encourages responsibility for and mentorship of the younger dancers. It's a non-profit that not only provides excellent instruction and opportunities for performance, but also engages with the children from inner city schools to provide them with free experiences with the…
This is a 2nd home for my kids. A family like environment with quality instruction. This school has given my girl the skills to dance for other high-end companies and to dance around the world.
Love CARE's adult fitness classes: Zumba, Pilates, Gentle Yoga--wonderful teachers in small classes with individual attention. The best!
CARE has made a huge difderence in our daughters life. This is our second year and couldn't be happier. The instructors have done an amazing job with our daughter and the program really cares about the progress of their dancers. Our daughter has unique learning abilities and we are extremely comfortable with CARE.
Adult ballet at CARE Conservatory of Ballet
CARE Conservatory of Ballet 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 CARE Conservatory of Ballet
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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